Rabbi Yigal Cohen Delivers Message of Hope on October 7th
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Rabbi Yigal Cohen delivered a message of hope and resilience on October 7th, drawing parallels between the covenant of circumcision and the revival of the Jewish people. He encouraged Israelis not to despair, emphasizing their status as an "eternal nation" that overcomes adversity. The message also highlighted unity and love within the community.
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- Rabbi Yigal Cohen delivered a message of hope on October 7th.
- He emphasized the Jewish people's status as an "eternal nation" that overcomes hardship.
- Rabbi Cohen drew parallels between circumcision and national revival.
- He urged the public not to despair despite the day's terrible trials.
- The message highlighted unity and mutual love within the Jewish people.
Rabbi Yigal Cohen, head of the "Yabia Omer" institutions and a member of the Chief, delivered a special message to the people of Israel on the morning of October 7th, shortly after serving as the sandak at a circumcision ceremony. He drew a parallel between the blood of circumcision, symbolizing the covenant between the Jewish people and God, and the rebirth and resilience of Israel.
"Brothers and sisters, we just came from a circumcision for another baby, exactly on the seventh of October. 'And I will say to you, by your blood, live,' the blood of circumcision is the covenant between us and the Almighty, and it is the revival of the people of Israel," Rabbi Cohen stated. He acknowledged the terrible trials faced on that day but emphasized the existence of revival and a new covenant, marked by the birth of a new child and a renewed bond with God.
Addressing the nation directly, he urged, "Do not despair! We are the eternal nation. Eternal means we fall, we take our blows, but we get up, and we will win, with the help of God Almighty." He highlighted the unity and mutual love within the Jewish people, as well as their love for God, and their commitment to doing everything possible to achieve victory.
Rabbi Cohen concluded with a blessing for success in all endeavors, reiterating, "The people of Israel are the eternal nation. May God grant you abundant blessing and success in all your undertakings."
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