Top Rabbi Declares Haredi Community Relies Solely on God, Not Politicians

Rabbi Dov Landau, a prominent Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) leader and Rosh Yeshiva (head of a religious seminary), delivered a sharp message in Tiberias, stating that the Haredi public does not depend on any politician, including the Prime Minister, but solely on God. Speaking at a large gathering ahead of the High Holy Days, Rabbi Landau described the difficult situation facing the world of Torah study due to government decrees, expressing the distress felt by scholars.

He emphasized that the Haredi community's strength comes from divine reliance, not political figures. This statement comes amid reports that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to distance himself from Haredi parties during the upcoming election campaign. The reports suggest Netanyahu intends to publicly create a separation from the Haredi community as part of his electoral strategy.

Further context for political tensions includes a recent sharp response from the Prime Minister to remarks attributed to Rabbi Landau, which prompted warnings from the Degel HaTorah party to "beware of the anger of Torah giants." Rabbi Landau concluded his address with a call for increased Torah study and good deeds as the primary protection against decrees threatening the existence of Torah institutions in Israel.

Tiberias has become a significant center for Torah study in recent years, absorbing hundreds of scholars from various backgrounds, symbolizing the resilience of this community amidst political and economic uncertainty.