Let us remember the Maccabees' heroism and of our incredible IDF soldiers, but also the quiet heroism of Rabbi Mordechai Ya’akov Golinkin, of Liran, Anat, Yahaloma, and thousands of others worldwide.
Sometimes, heroism is found in the humility of a life well-lived, in the silent sacrifices made for the greater good, and in the love and care given to others.
Rami Davidian's bravery saved over 700 lives during the October 7 attacks – but he'll never forget what he saw.
What inspires Israelis is not dictated by Marvel's ironic cowardice, but by the actions of heroes like Arnon Zamora who gave his life while saving hostages from Hamas.
The Jewish people are more unified today than any other nation in the world, primarily because of the Torah and our system of Jewish education.
“We were fighting for our homes. Anyone else would have done the same.”
Rafi Samet was shot by Hamas terrorists but continued to work: “I quickly bandaged myself up and got back to work.
On October 7, retired IDF general Noam Tibon grabbed a handgun and headed to Kibbutz Nahal Oz to save his son and his family from Hamas terrorists.
Arnon Zamora, the Counterterrorism Unit commando Chief Inspector, received international praise after being mortally wounded during the hostage rescue operation.
One of the brave people who made that possible and touched the hearts of so many in our Jewish community is Avraham ben Dov Halon, who passed away on May 19 at age 77.
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