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Widow of Capt. Uri Shani Marries His Former Commander in Moving Ceremony
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100% right-leaningFirst reported by Arutz Sheva · 2 days ago
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What happened
Miriam Shani, widow of Capt. Uri Shani, married his former Egoz commander, Ofeq, at an outdoor ceremony on Tuesday night. Uri’s father, Yehoshua Shani, gave an emotional blessing, calling the wedding a sign of new light after grief. The event was officiated by Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu and attended by family and friends.
- 01Miriam Shani married Ofeq, Uri Shani’s former commander in Egoz.
- 02Uri Shani was killed in the fighting at Kissufim.
- 03The outdoor wedding was held Tuesday night and described as a national renewal moment.
- 04Yehoshua Shani blessed the couple and spoke of choosing life after grief.
- 05Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu officiated before family and Egoz friends.
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