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Rabbi Defends Clergy's Political Role, Urges Unity in Religious Zionism
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Rabbi David Fendel of Sderot Yeshiva defended rabbis' political involvement, stating it is their duty to discuss politics and the Land of Israel. He urged voters to avoid parties that may not cross the electoral threshold and warned against a left-wing government. Rabbi Fendel also expressed regret over divisions in Religious Zionism, linking public responsibilities to wartime sacrifices and the pursuit of core Jewish values.
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- Rabbi David Fendel stated rabbis have a duty to discuss politics and the Land of Israel.
- He warned against voting for parties that may fail to cross the electoral threshold.
- Rabbi Fendel lamented the lack of unity within Religious Zionism.
- He linked voting to the settlement of Israel and strengthening Torah.
- He warned against a left-wing government, calling it a desecration of God's name.
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