Hanan Ben Ari Reflects on Unity and Diversity During Sukkot Holiday
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Singer Hanan Ben Ari shared reflections on unity during Sukkot.
- He felt a sense of belonging across diverse Israeli groups.
- Ben Ari celebrated the country's diversity and shared a quote.
- He wished followers a sweet year with an open heart.
Israeli singer Hanan Ben Ari shared a heartfelt post on Instagram reflecting on his experiences during the Sukkot holiday week. Ben Ari, who is divorced and has seven children with his ex-wife Hadassah Ben Ari, described feeling a sense of belonging and connection across different segments of Israeli society.
"There are many ways to love you," Ben Ari wrote, summarizing his week of performances and celebrations. He noted that he sang, danced, and rejoiced with a wide variety of people, observing a shared desire for a better, happier, and more beautiful world, with each individual expressing it in their unique way. He emphasized that he did not feel like an outsider but rather "at home" everywhere he went, feeling like a "small part of something bigger than me."
Ben Ari expressed appreciation for the diversity within Israeli society, likening it to "so many colors, so many pieces of the puzzle." He also quoted the late singer and poet Meir Ariel, referencing his words about a future era of increased reciprocity and mutual recognition among people. Ariel's vision included a general understanding and respect for the equality and uniqueness of all individuals, leading to a "new brotherhood" and great joy.
Concluding his post, Ben Ari wished his followers a "sweet year, with an open and loving heart."
