Shas Party Convenes to Remember Rabbi Ovadia Yosef
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
The Shas party held a special session Tuesday to commemorate the 13th anniversary of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's death. Party Chairman Aryeh Deri praised Yosef as a great Torah scholar and leader, emphasizing Shas's commitment to his legacy. The party aims to continue his work of strengthening Jewish identity and supporting the needy. Deri vowed that Yosef's influence would endure.
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- The Shas party convened to mark the 13th anniversary of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's passing.
- Party Chairman Aryeh Deri eulogized Rabbi Yosef as a great Torah scholar and leader.
- Deri stated that Shas is committed to continuing Rabbi Yosef's legacy.
- The party aims to strengthen Jewish identity and support the needy.
- Deri vowed that Rabbi Yosef's influence would never fade.
The Shas party convened a special session on Tuesday to mark the 13th anniversary of the passing of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, referred to as "Mar'an." The gathering was attended by the movement's chairman, Rabbi Aryeh Deri, and Knesset members from the party. During the session, Deri eulogized Rabbi Yosef, describing him as a towering Torah scholar, a decisor of Jewish law, and a leader who illuminated the path for the entire Jewish people. "Mar'an's life's work was the Shas movement, and he greatly valued our work as public emissaries, seeing it as a great mission for the people of Israel," Deri stated. He emphasized the party's commitment to continuing Rabbi Yosef's legacy, which includes restoring Jewish identity to the nation, strengthening the country's Jewish character, and caring for the weaker segments of society. Deri concluded by asserting, "His light will never be extinguished."
