By Michael Kuttner…
“The avocados have arrived.” … That is the message we look forward to receiving every week when a fresh crop of organic avocados are delivered to a central collection point in our town.
Since the pogrom of 7 October farmers in the south have been struggling to survive the devastation caused by Hamas terrorists and the absence of foreign workers. Large numbers of volunteers from overseas, Jews and Christians alike, together with Israeli teenagers and adults have stepped into the breach. They are harvesting crops, weeding and planting, so that farmers’ businesses can survive and to ensure that fruit and vegetables keep flowing to customers.
Those of us unable to physically help, contribute by purchasing the produce and supporting the enterprises as best we can.
INSPIRING
In commemoration of 100 days since 7 October a beautiful rendition of the prayer for the IDF was composed.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uL-yEVU18Cc
A PERSONAL TESTIMONY
At this time when visitors are scarce it is interesting to hear the personal experiences of an American Jewish activist as she and her family visit Israel.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccVpGPYixxM
AN ISRAELI MUSLIM SPEAKS UP
At a time when lies and slanders abound it is refreshing to hear the personal experiences of a brave Israeli Muslim Arab woman.
Her articulation of the truth about Israel will never see the light of day in the international media. Therefore it is important that this is circulated to as many people as possible.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkvaxLaIsG0
JEWS IN JUDEA
Once again archaeologists have unearthed proof that Jews settled and were sovereign in Judea long before revisionists designated them illegal settlers in a fake West Bank.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5bdn1GiToA
SOLIDARITY FROM SOUTH AFRICA
The South African Government’s action in supporting Hamas and accusing Israel of genocide is not acceptable to many South African citizens.
They have gathered to voice their disgust and opposition to the policies of their political leaders.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zas6IIG-h9k
Michael Kuttner is a Jewish New Zealander who for many years was actively involved with various communal organisations connected to Judaism and Israel. He now lives in Israel.
[This article was originally published on J-Wire and is reproduced here with permission from Michael Kuttner.]
