Senior Rabbi Warns of 'Terrible Danger' if Left-Wing Parties Win Election
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Senior Religious Zionist Rabbi Yehoshua Shapira warned of "terrible danger" if left-wing parties win the upcoming election, urging a unified vote for parties certain to pass the threshold, specifically endorsing Bezalel Smotrich's Religious Zionism party. He cited threats to national security, democratic processes, and the public expression of Judaism. Shapira called for an all-out mobilization effort until the polls close to prevent a left-wing government, emphasizing the need to avoid wasting votes.
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- Rabbi Yehoshua Shapira warned of "terrible danger" if left-wing parties win the election.
- He urged voting only for parties guaranteed to pass the electoral threshold.
- Shapira expressed support for Bezalel Smotrich's Religious Zionism party.
- He cited threats to soldiers, democratic processes, and public Judaism.
- The rabbi called for an intensive, "Code Red"-level mobilization until polls close.
Rabbi Yehoshua Shapira, Rosh Yeshiva of Ramat Gan and a prominent Religious Zionist rabbi, has urged supporters to vote exclusively for parties certain to pass the electoral threshold, warning against wasting votes on parties with uncertain success. He expressed strong support for voting for the Religious Zionism party led by Bezalel Smotrich, stating that a victory for the left-wing could pose an immediate and clear danger to Israel.
Rabbi Shapira articulated his concerns across three main areas. He believes that soldiers would face increased risks due to potential policy changes and a "judicialization" that could hinder their actions. He also suggested that without a strong ally like Trump, the ability to counter Iran would be compromised. Furthermore, he warned of a "legal dictatorship" that could prevent a democratic return to power for certain groups and restrict freedoms.
His most significant apprehension centered on the public role of Judaism, citing intentions to shut down Channel 14, close the Ali yeshiva, and prevent Chabad emissaries from assisting people with religious observances in public. "They are saying out loud: close Channel 14, close the Ali yeshiva, and don't let the Chabadniks put tefillin on people in the street. Uproot Judaism from the public sphere," he stated.
Rabbi Shapira called for an intensive campaign effort until the polls close, likening the situation to a "Code Red" mobilization. He urged everyone to view the final week as a critical mission to prevent the left from taking power, emphasizing the importance of casting votes for parties with a guaranteed chance of entering the Knesset, and identifying Smotrich's party as the optimal choice.
