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Political Storm Erupts Over Avigdor Lieberman’s Connection to Rabbi Rivnitz

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First reported by Now 14 · 22 hours ago

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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.

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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