The people of Israel have entered into the month of Elul and are preparing themselves for the introspection and soul searching of the Tishrei festivals. Yet around this land, dark clouds seem to be gathering. There is talk of massive uprisings and rioting by the Palestinians. Syria is dissolving into its different constituents and may offer terrorism new options in the midst of its chaos. Turkey has decided to take on the helm of the boat of “ Israel Hatred and Vilification”.
Israel is very much aware that it needs to prepare itself for the possible onslaughts of September. Thankfully the Israeli Defense Forces are very involved in all the correct activities involved in this preparation.
Regrettably large segments of the people of Israel are not. That in itself can prove to be very dangerous for this country.
In this week’s torah portion we read
If you go out (Ki Tetzei)to war against your enemies, and the Lord, your God, will deliver him into your hands, and you take his captives, ( Devarim 21;10) Read the rest on:
Shorashim Biblical ShopIf you go out (Ki Tetzei)to war against your enemies, and the Lord, your God, will deliver him into your hands, and you take his captives, ( Devarim 21;10) Read the rest on:
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