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When specific parts of society threaten to break it up, we must assess whether they indeed have the ability to do so. For example, the threat that "we will take the money and get out of here" has already proven to be an empty threat; whoever stays here is not doing anyone a favor, they stay here because it is worthwhile to be here. Where will they go? To France?
Striking also falls into the same category: it is not worthwhile for any doctor or business owner to disrespect a large public in the State of Israel, it will end up like Angel Bakery.
Another threat is to refuse to serve in the security forces. Here, too, it is important to look at things in proportion: first, is it about all the security forces or about a very specific stratum, mostly retired, while those in the field and middle echelons feel differently? Second, will those on active duty carry out their threat when their own homes are in danger? What will an anti-reform pilot do when Hamas or Hezbollah bomb his kibbutz? Security has been damaged now, but nothing comes close to an existential threat to the state, for the simple reason that the will to live is greater than any exhausting argument about the "reasonableness standard" or whatever.
Although there are those today who provide a flexible interpretation of the concept of "democracy", the original interpretation is majority rule, and the moral idea behind it (and behind the halachic rule of "follow the majority", for example) is that the majority expresses a kind of truth that should be respected.
The Jewish public in the country numbers eight million who are going in a very specific direction, both now and in the future demographics. There is a group made up of tens of thousands in the first circle and perhaps hundreds of thousands in the second circle trying to fight this, they cause not inconsiderable damage, but there is no need to be afraid. The overall picture is that the majority will decide, even if it takes time. In the meantime, do not fear.
The bad will pass
The good will prevail
With God's help
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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P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Realtor’s Fee on Large Commercial Building – part I
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 85031 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)
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
D'varim Judaism’s Social Vision
Re’eh
Giving is more than an act of generosity—it is an essential part of human dignity that belongs to everyone, rich and poor alike. The ultimate goal of help is to empower others to stand on their own.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 9 - "Seeing is Believing" (parag. 21-30)
These paragraphs elaborate on the theme that seeing and knowing is better than any attempt to prove logically, and begins explaining the difference between Israel and gentiles.
