David Messas

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Rabbi David Messas(b. 15 July 1934, Meknes) is the son of Rabbi Chalom Messas the former Chief Rabbi of Morocco. He married Dolly Berdugo. He headed the Ecole Yavne in Paris. He has been the Chief Rabbi of Paris since 1995.

From Alpha Omega, May 2001:

"David Messas has dedicated his life to the pursuit of excellence in Jewish thought and teachings. Son of Rav Shalom Messas, head rabbi of Jerusalem, Rabbi Messas firmly established his background in Jewish studies having studied under the eminent Talmudist Rabbi Isaac Sebbag at the Keter Torah Yeshiva. Rabbi Messas earned degrees in philosophy and general psychology and received several honors, including the Palmes académiques for his service to education and the Chevalier de la Legion d'Honneur. Most recently, Rabbi Messas was elected chief rabbi and president of the Rabbinic Council of Paris."