United Torah Judaism Chairman Responds to Liberman, Cites Rabbinical Review
Translated & summarized from Hamal by baba
United Torah Judaism Chairman Yaakov Asher responded to Avigdor Liberman's proposals on conscription, expressing optimism about political flexibility. He stated that any proposal would first be reviewed by the leading rabbis of the generation. Asher drew a biblical parallel to emphasize the need for consultation before finalizing political decisions.
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- United Torah Judaism Chairman Yaakov Asher responded to political proposals on conscription.
- Asher stated any proposal would first be reviewed by leading rabbis.
- He expressed optimism about political flexibility on the conscription issue.
- Asher lamented past political divisions and animosity.
- He drew a biblical parallel to emphasize consultation.
Yaakov Asher, Chairman of the United Torah Judaism party and a Member of Knesset, expressed optimism regarding political flexibility on the issue of conscription. He lamented the potential for wasted animosity and division that could have been avoided if such flexibility had been shown earlier. Asher drew a parallel to the biblical story of Isaac and Rebecca's matchmaking, emphasizing the importance of consulting the individuals involved before finalizing decisions. He stated that any proposal concerning conscription would first be presented to "the matchmakers", the leading rabbis of the generation, for their decision.
