By Michael Kuttner…
Celebrating Shavuot in Israel makes one realize what this Festival is really all about.
Its agricultural traditions connected to the harvest and beginning of summer is clearly evident.
The anniversary of the birth of our nation and receiving our “constitution” at Mount Sinai marks the final long trek to the Land promised to our Patriarchs and Matriarchs. Living here makes that anniversary so much more relevant.
The story of Ruth which we read is so relevant these days as we witness those who stand by the Jewish People despite all challenges. The sight of long lost Jews from the time of the Inquisition returning to the faith of their ancestors is a miraculous reminder of prophecies being fulfilled.
ENLISTING
Young Jews from all over the world are feeling a need to make aliyah and to defend the Jewish homeland particularly at this difficult time.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTOQYJUGd0Q
SOLIDARITY
At a time when hate against Jews and Israel is on the rise listen to the heartfelt and emotional support offered by an Australian Aboriginal Olympian gold medalist as she explains why supporting Israel is so important.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDlT-bi4g4g
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.]
