Four 'Ministers' Shaped My Life, From Synagogue Girl to Cabinet Table
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
The author reflects on four "ministers" who shaped her life: a childhood friend who introduced her to prayer, Rebbetzin Sarah Drukman who exemplified a life of devotion, the biblical matriarch Sarah who provided strength during hardship, and her own recent role as a government minister. She expresses gratitude for these influences and hopes to continue in public service amidst current political uncertainty.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- The author identifies four "ministers" who shaped her life: a friend, Rebbetzin Sarah Drukman, matriarch Sarah, and her own ministerial role.
- Her first "minister" friend guided her through her first prayer service and Shabbat meal at age 16.
- Rebbetzin Sarah Drukman taught the author about a life of Torah, holiness, and self-sacrifice through her example.
- The biblical matriarch Sarah provided inspiration and strength during the author's difficult times in Hebron.
- The author's own role as a government minister brought a profound sense of responsibility and national decision-making.
- She expresses gratitude for her experiences and hopes to continue in public service despite political uncertainty.
As the Jewish Sabbath of "Chay Sarah" approaches, a personal reflection highlights four influential women, referred to as "ministers," who profoundly shaped the author's life. The first was a friend named Sarah, who at age 16 and a half, guided the author through her first prayer service and Shabbat meal, opening the door to a path of spiritual return.
The second influential figure was Rebbetzin Sarah Drukman, who exemplified a life of Torah study, holiness, and self-sacrifice. Though not a public speaker, her actions and devotion to her large household, Torah, and community taught the author invaluable lessons about commitment, love of fellow beings, and resilience.
The third "minister" is the biblical matriarch Sarah. The author found strength in Sarah's story, particularly during difficult times in Hebron, drawing parallels between her own challenges and the matriarch's hardships, including famine, abduction, barrenness, and the binding of Isaac. The author interprets Sarah's life as a testament to maintaining goodness and leadership amidst adversity.
The fourth "minister" is the author's own recent role as a government minister. This position, which she never dreamed of holding, brought a heavy sense of responsibility and the need for complex national decision-making. Participating in discussions within the Political-Security Cabinet and other committees, often preceded by prayer at the Tomb of the Patriarchs, significantly impacted her life.
As the current political landscape is uncertain, the author expresses gratitude for her time as a minister and hopes to continue serving, acknowledging the support of the three "ministers" who preceded her and the voters who sent her on this mission.