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Ben Tziyon Ben Zehava
These Arabs do not entertain thoughts of actually "conquering" parts of the Land of Israel, yet they do hope to break the spirit of the Jewish people. In other words, they have declared war on the nation's morale. Yet, we have frustrated their plans! We have, thank God, emerged victorious in this struggle. The nation stands as determined as ever; it has not given in and has not conceded.
And just who were the leaders in this struggle? Is it possible to point to a particular segment of the Israeli public that stood constantly and unswervingly at the forefront of this battle, serving as an example and lighting the way for the rest of the nation?
Yes. There is a portion of the people that stood bravely in the front line of the battle, a segment that, rather than fleeing or giving in, moved constantly forward. Not only was their spirit never broken, but it became all the more strengthened and unshakable. Indeed, its behavior contributed to the inner strengthening of the entire nation.
I am referring to the settlers of Judeah, Samaria, and Gaza. Though these brave souls suffered heavy losses, they refused to give in. IDF soldiers stood amazed at the courage of the settlers. Men, women, and children continued to travel daily in non-bulletproof vehicles on dangerous roads, carrying on with life as usual. IDF officers who participated in funeral processions and visited the homes of mourners were moved by the words of faith and confidence that came from the mouths of widows and orphans. They witnessed for themselves a sincere determination to hold on to the Land, and came away inspired having absorbed the settlers' healthy, Torah-grounded love for the Land of Israel. The settlers infused the entire nation with strength.
Who was it, though, among the settlers themselves, that led the way? The answer is the settlers of the outposts. In the midst of terrorism and lack of security, individual families took to isolated hilltops, surmounted all obstacles, overcame fears and hardships, and clung to the precious, rocky soil of Eretz Yisrael. Following their example, more and more families appear and the flow of settlement grows ever greater. The settlers of these hilltops are true heroes. They faithfully follow in the footsteps of the pioneer settlers of the Land of Israel more than one hundred years ago - settlers of the Galilee, the Negev, the Valley of Jezreel, and the Coastal Plain. Today's settlers are the great victors in the present battle against terrorism. The Jewish people ought to express gratitude to these people and say, "Thank you."
We send our blessing to all of the outposts. May the Almighty protect and strengthen you.
P'ninat Mishpat Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part I
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
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(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
P'ninat Mishpat Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part I
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
Chemdat Yamim The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part II
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the cornerstone laying for the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh – 1938)
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the cornerstone laying for the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh – 1938)
Re'e NEVER EXTREME EXCEPT ISRAEL
Parshat Re'eh
Judaism is against extremism, so how can we understand the seemingly extreme statements found in our sages in favor of living in the Land of Israel and against living in Chutz laAretz? The article deals with the seeming contradiction between the strength of Free-Will and the strength of being influenced by our surroundings.
Ekev DANCE FOR ISRAEL- FOR YOUR BENEFIT
Parshat Eikev
Description: The 7 Haftarot we read after Tisha B'Av ("Shiva D'Nichemta") surely get us excited that they're coming TRUE, and awaken us to yearn, dance & join the return to Zion! The short article also deals with the problems and solutions facing the American Jewish community as discussed at a recent panel, as well as the question why Jews come from America to Israel to help when we face problems, but Israelis don't come to aid Jews in America when they face anti-Semitism.
P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: Twin Foundations
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 690
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 690
