Mother of Fallen Soldier Urges Focus on Heroism, Not Just Failure
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Navah Lisha, mother of fallen Sergeant Dvir Lisha, urged Israelis to remember October 7 for its heroism, not just its failures. She believes the day should honor the soldiers' bravery and the subsequent national revival. Lisha also criticized the political exploitation of the day and advocated for a national, not judicially appointed, inquiry commission into the events. Her family experiences intensified grief during holidays but focuses on the legacy of heroism.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Navah Lisha, mother of fallen Sergeant Dvir Lisha, wants October 7 remembered for heroism, not just failure.
- She believes the day should highlight the bravery of soldiers who defended Israeli citizens.
- Lisha criticized using the fallen soldiers' names for political attacks.
- She supports a thorough investigation but opposes judicial appointment of the inquiry commission.
- Lisha feels the nation is experiencing historical events and a national revival.
- Her family's grief intensifies during holidays but they focus on the legacy of heroism.
Navah Lisha, mother of Sergeant Dvir Lisha, who fell in battle at Zikim Beach on October 7, has called for the day to be remembered not solely as a failure and disaster, but also for the great heroism displayed. Speaking to Channel 7, Lisha shared the profound grief and longing her family experiences, emphasizing that while the loss is immense, the day should also be recognized for the bravery of the soldiers who defended Israeli citizens.
Lisha stated that the days surrounding October 7 are complex for the families of fallen soldiers, but they do not wish for these days to be remembered only for the failure and destruction. She believes that the heroism of the soldiers who fought that morning should be central to how the day is recalled. "Our sons, our heroes who were killed in these battles, are heroic children who actually brought our country out of a great low to a great revival," she said.
She expressed that while the heavy price and pain are undeniable, the war has also led to significant developments and acts of heroism. "This day is not suitable to be a day of mourning and crying. It is a day of great heroism, these are days of great miracles," Lisha asserted. She added that despite the terrible price paid by the families, it is impossible not to see the revival the war has led to, and the expectation is for the nation to view these events with historical perspective.
Addressing the political disputes surrounding the commemoration of October 7, Lisha deemed the use of the day and the names of the fallen for political purposes as inappropriate and disrespectful. "It is very cynical to use their names to politically attack this figure or that. It is not fitting or proper," she stated, urging the public to "rise above" and avoid disputes.
Lisha affirmed her family's support for a thorough investigation into the events of October 7 but opposes the judicial system being solely responsible for appointing an inquiry commission. She believes such a commission should not be appointed by individuals who themselves may need to be investigated, suggesting the judicial system has a significant role in the "terrible failure" and advocating for a "national body" that all of Israel can trust, as opposed to the current "state commission of inquiry" which she called "very un-state."
She concluded by sharing her personal struggle with missing her son, which intensifies as the High Holidays approach. However, alongside the pain, she feels a strong sense of participation in a historical period and strives not to let grief overshadow the broader picture. Lisha's message is to hold onto the heroism of her son and the other fallen soldiers, continuing their legacy of bravery and strength.
