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Historian Warns of Extremist Messianic Movement Threatening Israel's Future
Historian Dror Greenblum's new book, "A Time of Miracles," argues that the national-Haredi (Hardal) movement espouses an extreme, messianic ideology that threatens Israel's future. He criticizes their interpretation of the October 7 attacks as part of a divine redemption plan and highlights concerning statements from Hardal rabbis regarding wartime morality, contrasting their views with more restrained religious approaches.
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- 01Historian Dror Greenblum warns of an extreme, messianic Hardal movement threatening Israel's future.
- 02His book details Hardal rabbis' interpretation of Oct. 7 as part of a divine redemption plan.
- 03The movement is characterized by strict observance and active, practical messianism.
- 04Greenblum cites rabbis advocating for extreme wartime actions and harsh treatment of enemies.
- 05He contrasts Hardal views with more ethically bounded approaches to war within religious Zionism.
- 06The historian draws parallels to historical messianic movements with disastrous consequences.
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