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Who is Gelfand Boris?
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Update at: Apr 24, 2026Boris Gelfand — public profile
Public profile for Boris Gelfand, a chess grandmaster born on June 24, 1968 in Minsk, Belarus (then the Soviet Union). He has competed for Israel in international chess since the early 1990s.
Profile snapshot
- Full name: Boris Gelfand
- Date of birth: 1968-06-24
- Place of birth: Minsk, Belarus
- Nationality: Israeli (originally from Belarus, emigrated in the 1990s)
- Chess title: Grandmaster (1989)
- Notable achievement: World Chess Championship challenger, 2012
Chess career highlights
- Represented Israel in numerous Chess Olympiads since the 1990s
- Relaxed, solid, strategic playing style with endgame strength
- Qualified as a challenger for the World Chess Championship in 2012, facing Viswanathan Anand
- Active participant in international tournaments across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond
News and public activity
Public reporting up to the mid-2020s indicates continued involvement in chess as a player, coach, and commentator. He has given lectures and training sessions for players at various levels and contributed to chess education in multiple languages. For the latest publicly documented activities, consult reputable chess outlets or his profile on Wikipedia.
Recent projects and roles
- Chess coaching and mentoring for youth and adult players
- Commentary and analysis for chess events and online platforms
- Participation in regional and international chess events as a competitor and elder statesman of the game
Public profiles and sources
For more information, see: Wikipedia, FIDE profile, and ChessBase for in-depth articles and game analyses.
Which Raj Yogas are in Gelfand Boris's birth chart?
2 FOUNDGelfand Boris's chart shows 2 Raj Yogas, including Gaja Kesari Yoga, Budhaditya Yoga-Weak.
Which dasha is Gelfand Boris running now?
VIMSHOTTARIGelfand Boris is currently in the Saturn mahadasha, running from Jul 2, 2026 to Dec 14, 2026.
What do Gelfand Boris's numerology numbers say?
Gelfand Boris's core numbers are Karmic Debt 19, Destiny 11, Soul Urge 9, Personality 6.
Chaldean Karmic Debt 19 indicates lessons of independence with respect for others. It asks balanced leadership—stand strong, but do not isolate or dominate.
Chaldean Destiny 11 indicates inspired expression and intuitive leadership. It supports visionary guidance, teaching, and spiritual creativity when grounded.
Chaldean Soul 9 desires purpose and compassion. It seeks to serve, forgive, and complete cycles with wisdom.
Chaldean Personality 6 appears caring, responsible, and protective. Others often see harmony-making and relationship commitment.
Life Events & Planetary Transits
Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.
