Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein Calls Torah Students Israel's True Defense Against Iran's Nuclear Threat
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 2 hours ago
What happened
Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein addressed educators at Beit David Talmud Torah in Holon, calling Torah-studying children Israel's true defense against Iran's nuclear threat. He urged discipline among students to counter societal resentment and shared stories of righteous figures to inspire spiritual vigilance. Rabbi Zilberstein emphasized that the real "Israel Defense Forces" are the dedicated Torah learners and teachers, urging increased study and prayer as the best response to current dangers.
- 01Rabbi Zilberstein calls Torah students Israel's greatest weapon against Iran's nuclear threat.
- 02He warns that unruly behavior by Torah learners fuels public anger and must be avoided.
- 03Rabbi Zilberstein claims the name 'Israel Defense Forces' truly belongs to Torah learners and teachers.
- 04He shares stories of righteous figures to inspire fear of Heaven and spiritual awakening.
- 05The speech was given to educators at Beit David Talmud Torah in Holon at Elul's start.
- 06He urges educators to strengthen students' commitment to Torah as a national defense.
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