Abraham Ashkenazi

1813–1880 (age 67)

Biography

Rabbi Abraham Ashkenazi devoted his life to nurturing Jewish scholarship and guiding communities with warmth and wisdom. Born in 1813, he became known for his careful study of Talmudic texts and his ability to inspire both scholars and laypeople on matters of faith.

Upon his passing in 1880, the community commemorated him at Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery, where his legacy is honored for steadfast leadership and spiritual care.

Also buried at Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery

Salomon Schiller
1862–1925 (age 63)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Raoul Journo
1911–2001 (age 90)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Jacob Israel Dienstag
1912–2008 (age 96)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Jacob Israel Dienstag was a devoted librarian who safeguarded knowledge for generations at the Mount of Olives.
Mosheh Avineri
1877–1944 (age 67)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Shlomo Freifeld
1925–1990 (age 65)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Rabbi Shlomo Freifeld was cherished for his warm, personal approach to Torah education and pastoral care.
André Neher
1914–1988 (age 74)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
André Neher was a writer and thinker whose work explored Jewish spirituality with compassion.