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Political Storm Erupts Over Avigdor Lieberman’s Connection to Rabbi Rivnitz
A political dispute in Israel has emerged after Hasidic singer Mordechai Ben David criticized Avigdor Lieberman’s spiritual connection to Rabbi Rivnitz, sparking backlash and debate over the Rabbi’s legacy and influence.
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What happened
- 01Mordechai Ben David harshly criticized Avigdor Lieberman’s claimed spiritual link to Rabbi Rivnitz.
- 02Ben David was a close follower of Rabbi Rivnitz and personally influenced by him.
- 03Lieberman cherishes the Rabbi’s blessings at his circumcision and bar mitzvah.
- 04Ben David’s comments were condemned by Yisrael Beiteinu as incitement to violence.
- 05Lieberman praised the Rabbi’s role as a unifying spiritual figure under Soviet oppression.
- 06The dispute highlights contrasting views on religious leadership and Jewish unity in Israel.
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