Rabbi Shimon Hecht

Yoshev Rosh & Beth Din Rav

Rabbi Shimon Hecht, son of the late Rabbi JJ Hecht who inherited the mantle of leadership is a prominent Chabad emissary (shliach) based in Brooklyn, New York. He serves as the spiritual leader of Congregation B'nai Jacob in Park Slope, where he fosters a welcoming environment for Jews of all backgrounds to engage in Torah study, mitzvot, and community life.

In addition to his role at B'nai Jacob, Rabbi Hecht is the chaplain at Methodist Hospital and co-founded Chabad of Park Slope. He is actively involved in several key organizations, including the National Committee for the Furtherance of Jewish Education and the Rabbinical Committee of Brownstone Brooklyn.

Since 1984, he has organized the lighting of a large public menorah at Grand Army Plaza during Hanukkah, an event that has become a major community tradition. The menorah, recognized as Brooklyn’s tallest, has drawn thousands of participants and widespread attention.

Through his leadership and outreach, Rabbi Hecht continues to play a vital role in strengthening Jewish life in Brooklyn and beyond.