Yeshivah & supporting Torah
Preserving a legacy through learning, teaching, and generosity.
The yeshivah he founded
In Jerusalem in 1742, Rabbi Chaim ibn Attar established Midrash Knesset Yisrael, a center of Torah learning. His legacy reminds us that Torah grows through both dedicated scholars and the community that sustains their study.
Historical background: Rabbi Chaim ben AttarSupport his legacy today
Modern institutions named Ohr HaChaim are not necessarily the same institution he established. Mosdot Ohr HaChaim, associated with Rabbi Reuven Elbaz, is a modern Torah-learning and outreach organization in Israel bearing his name. The link below is to that organization, not a claim of direct institutional continuity.
Give thoughtfully
- Confirm the organization’s identity and the purpose of your gift.
- Check the payment recipient, receipt, and any recurring-payment terms.
- Ask the organization directly about tax eligibility in your country.
- Give within your means. A donation does not guarantee spiritual or material outcomes.
All donations take place on the organization’s website; this app does not collect funds.
Other ways to sustain learning
Sponsor books for a local beit midrash, help a beginner find a teacher, join a regular learning group, or volunteer your time. Supporting Torah includes building an environment where others can learn with dignity.