By Michael Kuttner…
For everything there is a season.
Purim is looming and Pesach is therefore not far behind. The trees are blossoming and the first buds of spring are appearing. Fancy dress costumes are already on the shop shelves and every year there seem to be a larger variety to choose from.
The campaign to save the hostages and destroy the terrorists is still underway. It could potentially put a damper on celebrations this year. One hopes that just as our ancestors in ancient Persia defeated those who aimed to destroy them so will the modern day persecutors of the Jewish People be vanquished.
SOLIDARITY IS THE GOAL
During these trying days when genuine friends are hard to find and critics are thick on the ground it is gratifying to hear from unexpected supporters.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFAoHg2AH4Y
RESILIENCE IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY
The ability to surmount tragedies and grow stronger is one of the most obvious attributes of the Jewish People.
This modern version of an ancient prayer demonstrates how Israelis will always conquer adversity and rebuild what has been destroyed.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jru7taoVKM4
AN AMERICAN FRIEND
The former US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, visited Israel in a show of solidarity and joined IDF soldiers in a dance of support.
It certainly had many people “blinken” in amazement.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/1QNfq0OsiEM
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.]
