MK Findros Defends Torah Study Law Amidst Knesset Controversy

MK Yitzhak Findros of United Torah Judaism explained the necessity of the recently passed Basic Law: Torah Study during an interview with Channel 7. He argued that the state must formally recognize the value of Torah study in law, responding to what he described as attacks on the status of Torah learners. Findros criticized the judicial system and pluralistic organizations, accusing them of undermining the position of Torah students in Israel. He acknowledged debates over the law's details but insisted that rejecting the fundamental value of Torah study is unacceptable.

Addressing claims that such a law was unnecessary for decades, Findros said recent developments made legislation essential. He linked the law's promotion to opposition against Torah learners and expressed confidence that a law ending yeshiva students' arrests would soon pass. He stated no country changes cultural norms through arrests or criminal proceedings. Findros also dismissed comparisons between this legislation and harm to reserve soldiers as "complete nonsense."

Respecting dissenting views, he asked for respect for his worldview, which places Torah study as a paramount value. Regarding future elections and government formation, Findros emphasized that the struggle to preserve yeshivas has accompanied the Jewish people for generations and will continue regardless of political changes.