Israeli Lawmaker Blames Knesset Speaker's Sexuality for Government Failures
Translated & summarized from Kipa by baba
Member of Knesset Yitzhak Pindrus criticized the appointment of Amir Ohana as Knesset Speaker, linking it to Ohana's homosexuality and calling it a "desecration of God's name." Pindrus argued that the decision lacked consultation with leading rabbis and suggested severe consequences for the Haredi community. He implied that Ohana's openly gay status makes his declaration dangerous, referencing biblical text.
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- MK Yitzhak Pindrus linked Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana's homosexuality to government failures.
- Pindrus called Ohana's appointment a "desecration of God's name" requiring rabbinical consultation.
- He suggested that Ohana's declaration of his sexual orientation is dangerous.
- Pindrus implied dire consequences for the Haredi community due to the appointment.
- The remarks were made during an interview on the "Al Ha'Perak" podcast.
Member of Knesset Yitzhak Pindrus of the United Torah Judaism party has sparked controversy with remarks suggesting that the sexual orientation of Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana is a factor in government failures. In an interview on the "Al Ha'Perak" podcast, Pindrus criticized the decision by Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) lawmakers to support Ohana's appointment as Speaker, calling it a "desecration of God's name" that carries a price.
Pindrus asserted that the decision to back Ohana should have been made only after consultation with "Gedolei Yisrael" (leading rabbis). He stated that, to his knowledge, the matter was not brought before the rabbis, and he doubted the decision would have been made if such consultation had occurred. He implied that the appointment, due to Ohana being openly gay, could lead to severe consequences, quoting a biblical passage that suggests certain actions can cause the land to "spew you out."
When asked if he would oppose Ohana's future appointment to other senior roles, such as Foreign Minister, Pindrus reiterated that such decisions must be made by the leading rabbis. He further intensified his remarks, hinting at dire repercussions stemming from the appointment, stating that "some things are written 'the land will not vomit you out.' Some things, their declaration is dangerous, it is dangerous."
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