(Chafetz Chaim) Rabbi Yisrael Meir Kagan

The Chafetz Chaim was one of the most beloved and influential rabbis of the modern era. He is named after his famous work Chafetz Chaim, which explains the laws of proper speech and warns against lashon hara. He also wrote the Mishnah Berurah, one of the most important modern commentaries on daily Jewish law.

His influence is enormous because his writings guide everyday Jewish practice, especially in prayer, Shabbat, holidays, and ethical behavior. He became a symbol of humility, holiness, and commitment to Torah in the modern Jewish world.