Lakewood Yeshiva, officially known as Beth Medrash Govoha, is a prominent Jewish educational institution located in Lakewood, New Jersey. Founded in 1943 by Rabbi Aharon Kotler, it is one of the largest yeshivas in the United States, focusing on advanced Talmudic studies. The yeshiva attracts students from various backgrounds who seek to deepen their knowledge of Jewish texts and traditions. The institution plays a significant role in the Orthodox Jewish community, contributing to the growth of Lakewood as a center for Jewish learning and culture. With a strong emphasis on scholarship and religious observance, Lakewood Yeshiva has produced many influential rabbis and community leaders over the decades.