When Chatam Sofer, a native of Frankfurt am Main, arrived in Pressburg (now Bratislava, Slovakia) in the early 19th century, few would have expected him to become one of the most esteemed rabbi. However, he elevated the Rabbinical yeshiva to a global level, which brought pride to the Jewish community in Bratislava as well.

He gained great authority among believers, who regarded him as a miraculous Rabbi. His successors continued his work, and thanks to them, Bratislava became a center of Jewish education for many years. This is the story of a family that has carried on the tradition and spiritual legacy of their famous ancestor, the founder of a renowned rabbinical dynasty.

The Story of the Chatam Sofer Dynasty (2023). Director: Martin Mozer. Running time: 53 min.

Free and open to the public. Seats are limited, on first-come first-served basis. RSVP via email to: RSVP.cgnewyork@mzv.sk.

This event organized by the Society for the History of Czechoslovak Jews  and Consulate General of Slovakia in New York, with the support of Bohemian Benevolent and Literary Association.