Background
Charlop, Zevulun was born on December 14, 1929 in New York City. Son of Jechiel Michael and Ida (Schocher) Charlop.
Charlop, Zevulun was born on December 14, 1929 in New York City. Son of Jechiel Michael and Ida (Schocher) Charlop.
Bachelor, Yeshiva College, 1951; Master of Arts, Columbia University, 1959; student, Rabbi Isaac Elchananan Theological Seminary.
He has served as president of the American Committee for the United Charities in Israel, General Israel Orphans Home for Girls in Jerusalem, and the National Council of Young Israel Rabbis. In May 2008, Rabbi Charlop received Yeshiva University’s Presidential Medallion in recognition of his stewardship of RIETS. Under his distinguished leadership of more than 35 years, the seminary experienced enormous growth, graduating thousands of rabbis, educators, and Jewish scholars. Sefer Zeved Tov, a collection of essays by Roshei Yeshiva and students in his honor was published for this occasion.
Additionally, sefer Shefa Yamim, a collection of many of Rabbi Charlop"s essays, was published in limited release for this occasion.
As, Rabbi Charlop continues to give semicha exit bechinos, serves as one of RIETS’ Masmichim, and maintains his special relationship with the Kollelei Elyon. He also serves as special advisor to the YU President on yeshiva affairs with cabinet rank.
Member executive committee Bronx chapter American Cancer Society. Member National Council Young Israel (president council rabbis 1968-1971), Rabbinical Council American (co-chairman college campus committee 1966-1968).
Married Judith Rosner, December 27, 1954. Children: Betty, Rochelle, Anna Riva, Shoshana, Zev, Alexander Z., Fay Gila, Miriam.