Judah Nadich

Rabbi Judah Nadich was an influential American rabbi known for his contributions to Jewish scholarship and community leadership. Born in 1912 in Baltimore, Maryland, he was educated at Johns Hopkins University and received his rabbinical ordination from the Jewish Theological Seminary. During World War II, he served as a senior Jewish chaplain in the European Theater of Operations.

After the war, Rabbi Nadich was appointed as the advisor on Jewish affairs to General Dwight D. Eisenhower, helping to address the needs of Holocaust survivors. His role was pivotal in the rehabilitation of Jewish life in post-war Europe. He was deeply involved in various relief and reconstruction efforts, significantly impacting the Jewish communities affected by the war.

Following his military service, Rabbi Nadich held several prominent positions within the Jewish community, including serving as the senior rabbi at Park Avenue Synagogue in New York City. He authored several books on Jewish history and thought, contributing extensively to the understanding of Jewish traditions and teachings. His works continue to be studied and respected in the fields of Jewish studies and history.

Books

The Legends of the Rabbis: Jewish Legends of the Second Commonwealth