Yona Metzger

Yona Metzger is a prominent Israeli Orthodox rabbi who held the position of Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi of Israel from 2003 to 2013. During his tenure, he played a significant role in the country's Jewish community, overseeing various aspects of religious life. As the chief rabbi, Metzger was responsible for guiding the spiritual and religious practices of the Ashkenazi community in Israel.

Metzger's term as chief rabbi was marked by a notable incident in 2013, when a fraud investigation was launched against him. The investigation led to Metzger pleading guilty to several corruption charges. He was subsequently tried, convicted, and sentenced to prison time after a plea bargain was rejected. Metzger's conviction and imprisonment marked a significant turn of events in his career, leading to the end of his term as Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi of Israel.