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Netanyahu's Aide Reveals Religious Practices in Prime Minister's Office

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Kikar HaShabbatPolitics

Netanyahu Associate Details PM's Religious Circle and Pre-Operation Prayers

Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba

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Hebrew · Sole source

Attorney Yossi Fuchs, a close associate of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, described the religious nature of the prime minister's inner circle. He revealed that prayers, including the "Mi Sheberach" blessing, are recited before significant military operations. Fuchs also mentioned adding "with God's help" to Netanyahu's speeches, emphasizing the Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) religious background of those around the prime minister.

The story in 4 lines · by baba

  • Prime Minister Netanyahu's close associate, Yossi Fuchs, detailed the religious environment around the PM.
  • Fuchs stated that prayers, including the "Mi Sheberach" blessing, are recited before dramatic operations.
  • He described the prime minister's entire entourage as religious, specifically Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) individuals.
  • Fuchs also mentioned his role in distributing Books of Psalms and adding religious phrases to speeches.

Attorney Yossi Fuchs, a close associate of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has revealed details about the religious environment surrounding the prime minister. Fuchs described how prayers, specifically the "Mi Sheberach" blessing for dangerous missions, are recited before dramatic operations.

Fuchs, who also distributes Books of Psalms and adds the phrase "with God's help" to Netanyahu's speeches, stated that the entire entourage consists of religious individuals, specifically Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) Jews. He spoke about the halachic (Jewish legal) dilemmas faced in his role.

He noted that the practice of reciting prayers before operations is a significant aspect of the prime minister's religious circle, highlighting the deep faith that guides their decision-making processes during critical times.

Kikar HaShabbatHaredi · Bnei Brak

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