Shas Chairman Arieh Deri Pledges 'Tefillin for Every Child'
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Shas Chairman Arieh Deri announced a new election pledge, "Tefillin for Every Child," which would provide Bar Mitzvah kits including tefillin to 13-year-old boys through the education system. Deri framed the initiative as a response to perceived threats against Israel's Jewish identity, specifically mentioning statements by Yair Golan. The program also aims to secure prayer spaces within schools for students wishing to don tefillin.
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- Shas Chairman Arieh Deri announced a new pledge called "Tefillin for Every Child."
- The program would provide Bar Mitzvah kits with tefillin to 13-year-old boys.
- Shas also seeks prayer spaces in schools for students to don tefillin.
- Deri stated the initiative is a response to perceived threats against Israel's Jewish identity.
- He specifically criticized statements made by Yair Golan, chairman of the Democrats.
Arieh Deri, chairman of the Shas party, has announced a new initiative called "Tefillin for Every Child" aimed at strengthening Jewish identity in Israel. Under this program, every boy reaching the age of 13 will receive a Bar Mitzvah kit from the education system, including a pair of tefillin and a tallit. Shas also intends to push for the education system to provide designated prayer spaces for students who wish to put on tefillin and pray.
Deri stated that the initiative is a response to recent "harsh declarations" he claims threaten Israel's Jewish identity and aim to turn it into a "state like all nations." He specifically referenced statements made by Yair Golan, chairman of the Democrats, and a Tel Aviv council member, calling their remarks "difficult and shocking." Deri asserted that Golan wishes to "erase religion from the public sphere."
He emphasized that tefillin are a symbol of the Jewish people throughout generations and that the program will express the deep connection to Judaism and Israeli tradition, thereby strengthening Israel's security. Deri quoted scripture and rabbinic commentary to support his view that tefillin represent spiritual strength to overcome enemies.
Deri concluded by presenting a stark choice: either strengthen the Jewish state or descend into becoming a secular state. He urged supporters to grow stronger together.
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