From the Liveblog of
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Christian Embassy mourns passing of ‘visionary’ Rabbi Eckstein
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleThe International Christian Embassy in Jerusalem pays tribute to Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, calling him a “unique pioneer and visionary of closer Jewish-Christian relations.”
In a statement, ICEJ President Dr. Jürgen Bühler says Eckstein foresaw “the strategic importance” of forging strong ties between the Jewish and Evangelical communities.”
“The generous aid that he gathered from Christians around the world brought vital assistance and tremendous blessings to countless Israeli,” he says. “The ICEJ extends our most sincere condolences to the Eckstein family. His daughter, Yael, and the Fellowship he founded can be proud of the great legacy of kindness and caring which he has left in their hands.”
Eckstein passed away earlier in the day from sudden heart failure at age 67.
The Times of Israel Community.