Avraham Abba Leifer

Avraham Abba Leifer was a prominent American rabbi who served as the second Rebbe of the Pittsburgh Hasidic dynasty. Born in 1918, he played a significant role in the development of the Hasidic community, particularly in his efforts to relocate the Hasidut from its original base in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This relocation ultimately led to the establishment of a new center in Ashdod, a coastal city in Israel.

Rabbi Leifer was renowned for his exceptional piety, embodied in his strong sense of yiras Shamayim, or fear of heaven. This characteristic earned him widespread recognition and respect within the Jewish community. Throughout his life, he dedicated himself to the spiritual guidance of his followers, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of Judaism. Avraham Abba Leifer passed away in 1990, leaving behind a community that continued to thrive in its new location in Ashdod.