Kidnapped Haredi Groom Seeks Rabbinical Guidance on Future Path
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Yaari Lieberman, a Haredi man arrested during his wedding feast, sought guidance from Rabbi Gershon Edelstein after his release from military detention. His arrest sparked protests, and Lieberman stated he would follow any directive from the rabbi. The community awaits the rabbi's decision on Lieberman's future path.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Haredi groom Yaari Lieberman sought rabbinical guidance after a controversial arrest during his wedding.
- Lieberman's detention during his "Sheva Brachot" sparked public outrage and protests.
- He expressed complete submission to Rabbi Gershon Edelstein's decision on his future.
- The incident occurred in front of his bride during the wedding week.
- Lieberman was released from military detention before consulting the rabbi.
A newlywed Haredi man, Yaari Lieberman, who was brutally arrested during his week-long wedding celebration in front of his bride, has sought guidance from leading Rabbi Gershon Edelstein following his release. The arrest had sparked widespread outrage and protests.
Lieberman, upon his release from military detention, immediately went to Rabbi Edelstein's residence to determine his next steps. He expressed complete submission to the rabbi's decision, stating, "I came with complete self-effacement to the rabbi. Whatever the rabbi tells me to do, I will do."
The incident of Lieberman's arrest during his "Sheva Brachot" (seven days of feasting following a wedding) drew significant public anger, leading to demonstrations. The focus now is on the decision Rabbi Edelstein will advise Lieberman to take regarding his future.
