The Murder of Rav Kook's Grandson

In 1937, tragedy struck once again—this time, painfully close to home. Rav Kook’s grandson, Shlomo, was murdered in the Old City of Yerushalayim while studying in Chevron. In this final installment, we explore how Rav Kook’s teachings on suffering, redemption, and the hidden pathways of Divine Providence took on a piercing new dimension. This was not just a national loss—it was a personal wound. And yet, even here, the Rav’s legacy of faith, resilience, and spiritual vision remained unshaken.

What is Rav Kook & Chevron?

Rav Kook & Chevron is a powerful series exploring the spiritual and historical bond between Rav Avraham Yitzchak HaKohen Kook—one of the greatest Jewish thinkers of the modern era—and the ancient city of Chevron. From the early seeds of connection during Rav Kook's lifetime to his pivotal role in rebuilding the city after World War I, each episode uncovers a chapter in this dramatic relationship.