Rabbi Eliezer Gordon was a prominent Jewish leader and educator in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was born in 1830 in Lithuania and became known for his dedication to Torah study and teaching. Rabbi Gordon played a significant role in the development of Yeshivas, which are traditional Jewish schools focused on religious education. In 1886, he founded the Yeshiva in Telz, which became one of the most influential institutions of Jewish learning. Rabbi Gordon emphasized the importance of both religious and secular education, helping to shape the future of Jewish scholarship. He passed away in 1910, leaving a lasting legacy in the Jewish community.