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Haredi Mohel Performs Bris for Jewish Soldier Amid Heavy Shelling in Ukraine
A Haredi mohel braved heavy shelling near Sumy, Ukraine, to perform a bris for a Jewish soldier who recovers fallen comrades under fire. This act sparked a wave of Jewish soldiers seeking circumcision for spiritual protection amid the war.
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What happened
- 01A Haredi mohel performed a bris for a Jewish soldier near the front lines in Sumy, Ukraine.
- 02The soldier, responsible for recovering bodies under fire, sought spiritual connection through circumcision.
- 03Initial driver refused to proceed due to heavy shelling; a second driver completed the journey.
- 04The soldier immediately returned to the front after the ceremony, underscoring his commitment.
- 05Six more Jewish soldiers have since requested circumcisions for protection and faith.
- 06The Federation of Jewish Communities of Ukraine supports the initiative and plans further outreach.
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