Yosef Hamadani Cohen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Yosef Hamadani Cohen |
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| Religion | Judaism |
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| Born | 1916 |
| Died | March 29, 2014 Tehran, Iran |
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| Predecessor | Uriel Davidi |
| Successor | Younes Hamami Lalehzar |
| Position | Chief Rabbi of Iran |
| Synagogue | Yusef Abad Synagogue |
| Began | 1994 |
| Ended | 2006 |
Yosef Hamadani Cohen was a very important Jewish leader in Iran. He was born in 1916 and passed away on March 29, 2014. From 1994 to 2007, he served as the Chief Rabbi of Iran. This meant he was the main spiritual guide for the Jewish community living in Iran.
A Special Meeting with the President
In August 2000, Chief Rabbi Hamadani Cohen had a meeting with the Iranian President, Mohammad Khatami. This was a big moment because it was the first time they had met.
President Visits a Synagogue
A few years later, in 2003, something even more historic happened. Rabbi Cohen, along with Member of Parliament Morris Motamed, met with President Khatami again. This time, the meeting took place at the Yusef Abad Synagogue.
This visit was very important because it was the first time an Iranian President had ever visited a synagogue since the Islamic Revolution. During the event, Rabbi Cohen led the prayers. He also opened the special cabinet, called an ark, where the holy Torah scrolls are kept.
Later Life and Passing
Yosef Hamadani Cohen passed away on March 29, 2014, in Tehran, Iran. He had been ill for a long time. His death happened during Shabbat, which is the Jewish day of rest.
