Mordechai Becher
Rabbi Mordechai Becher, originally from Australia, is a senior lecturer for the Gateways Organization and an instructor at Yeshiva University. He has taught Jewish philosophy, ethics, and law for over two decades, and he is well-known for his engaging teaching style and deep knowledge of Jewish texts. Rabbi Becher served as a senior lecturer at Ohr Somayach and Neve Yerushalayim in Jerusalem, and he has authored several books on Jewish thought.
Rabbi Becher received his rabbinic ordination from the Chief Rabbinate of Israel and the Yeshiva Gedolah of Jerusalem. He also holds a Master's degree in Medieval Jewish History from the Bernard Revel Graduate School of Yeshiva University, where his thesis focused on the legal writings of Rabbi Yechiel Michel Epstein. His academic background and practical experience in Jewish law and philosophy enable him to contribute profoundly to contemporary Jewish thought and education.
In addition to his teaching and writing, Rabbi Becher is a noted public speaker who has delivered lectures on a wide range of Jewish topics across the globe. He is known for his ability to clarify complex Jewish concepts and make them accessible to diverse audiences. His works, including 'Gateway to Judaism', are widely used as educational resources in Jewish learning environments, emphasizing practical Jewish living and the relevance of ancient Jewish wisdom in modern life.