Rabbi David Yosef, the Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Israel, has written a letter of condolence to the family of American conservative activist Charlie Kirk, praising his legacy and expressing sorrow at not having met him personally.

“With deep sorrow and great pain, I received the devastating news of the murder of Charlie solely because he was a clear and unwavering voice of truth,” Rabbi Yosef wrote. “Charlie was a true friend of the Jewish people and of the state of Israel. His great deeds and noble character made him a remarkable figure. In his modest yet firm way, he always chose to stand by truth and justice.”

Addressing Kirk’s widow Erika and their two young children, the Chief Rabbi said, “It is hard for me to find words of comfort in such a difficult moment, a moment when the loss is felt at every instant. Yet the greatest consolation lies in the immense legacy Charlie left behind.”