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IDF Rabbi: Soldiers in Enemy Territory Must Not Fast on Yom Kippur
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By יוני קמפינסקי
First reported by Hamal · 11 hours ago
What happened
The IDF's Rabbinate has ruled that soldiers operating in enemy territory must not fast on Yom Kippur, prioritizing operational readiness over religious observance. This directive applies even if soldiers feel capable of fasting, due to the critical nature of their missions.
- 01Soldiers in enemy territory must not fast on Yom Kippur.
- 02Operational readiness is paramount, overriding fasting obligations.
- 03The IDF Rabbinate has issued specific guidelines for different operational scenarios.
- 04Special prayers and provisions are offered to soldiers who must eat during the fast.
- 05The Rabbinate provides extensive religious support to all soldiers.
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