Rabbi Yitzchak Yaakov Reines (jan 1, 1839 – jan 1, 1915)
Description:
Rabbi Yitzchak Yaakov Reines was one of the most important founders of organized Religious Zionism. In 1902, he founded the Mizrachi movement, which supported Zionism while keeping Torah, Jewish law, and religious education at the center of Jewish national revival. He believed Jews should actively help rebuild the Land of Israel instead of waiting passively for redemption.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1839
jan 1, 1915
~ 76 years