Vizhnitz Rebbe Urges Support for Agudat Yisrael in Dramatic Election Appeal
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
The Rebbe of Vizhnitz, Y. Hagar, released a dramatic audio recording urging support for the Agudat Yisrael party in the upcoming elections. Citing the "difficult situation" of the Haredi community and his own ill health, the Rebbe called on followers to vote for the party marked with the Hebrew letter 'Gimel'. The recording has reportedly sparked significant mobilization within the Hasidic community.
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- Vizhnitz Rebbe Y. Hagar released a dramatic audio recording urging votes for Agudat Yisrael.
- The Rebbe cited the "difficult situation" of the Haredi community as his motivation.
- He expressed personal weakness but felt compelled to speak out before the elections.
- The appeal specifically calls for voting for Agudat Yisrael, marked with the Hebrew letter 'Gimel'.
- The recording has reportedly generated significant mobilization among followers.
The Rebbe of Vizhnitz, currently residing in Moshav Ora, has released a poignant audio recording urging his followers and all of Israel to vote for the Agudat Yisrael party, marked with the Hebrew letter 'Gimel' (ג'), in the upcoming elections. The Rebbe, identified as Y. Hagar of Vizhnitz, expressed his deep concern over the "difficult situation" facing the Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) Jewish community, stating he is "unable to rest" due to the circumstances.
Speaking with evident physical weakness, the Rebbe lamented his inability to elaborate further on the issues, wishing he had the strength to "shout everywhere" about the importance of the Haredi community's contributions to Judaism. He emphasized that despite his health limitations, the situation compels him to speak out.
The recording, which has circulated widely among thousands of Vizhnitz Hasidim in Israel, has reportedly generated significant enthusiasm and a strong call to action within the Hasidic court and the broader Haredi public. The Rebbe concluded his message by offering a blessing for divine satisfaction and peace to those who heed his words and act in support of "the honor of God's name."
