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Tree of Life rabbi retires 8 years after deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S.

In a farewell to his Pittsburgh congregation he named each of the 11 victims and said, "May your memories always be for a blessing."

Published Jul 25, 2026, 6:12 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

The rabbi of the Tree of Life congregation retired and delivered a farewell speech to his Pittsburgh congregation. He recalled each of the 11 victims by name and said, "May your memories always be for a blessing." The retirement comes eight years after the deadliest antisemitic attack in the U.S.