The world will become Israel when Moshiach arrives, but right now it's "become Israel" in a different way. Jews are the target, but not the only target. The West itself is the target.
Telling the Jews to get out and move to Israel is obvious, but only a handful can actually do that. Do I really need to go into all the reasons why some just cannot? Literally they cannot move to Israel, and it doesn't matter how many warnings you give them, or how much assistance the Israeli government will offer them, it's just not enough. Failing a miracle, these people cannot just get up and move. Disabilities, physical and mental, old age, lack of money, no job, no home ownership, and reliance on their government's welfare which they may not get in Israel, even if they had the ability to research the matter, they cannot even function at that level.
Gradually, Jews will leave their countries, but many many will be left behind, because they are simply unable to even consider such a thing. And I haven't even mentioned the Chabad shluchim who will stick with their Chabad House in whichever country they've been sent to, because that's their job and they'll be the last ones out.
So let's understand that when the big tests keep coming, and we hear again "you'll be coming with your pyjamas and not much else"... that is not helpful, because it just creates even more anxiety for those who are stuck.
It's not just Jews you know, non-Jews also lost their lives last Sunday at Bondi. Sydney seems like a war zone, low-flying helicopters at all hours, police outside peoples' homes, even more barricades going up outside shuls, government pledging a further $1.5million to assist Jewish institutions with security costs.
When people hear sirens now, they panic and stand still, wondering which way they'll have to run - this video is in the Sydney city centre, these are just normal Australians. [women with short skirts are visible]
It's chevlei Moshiach, we knew it was coming, and we pray that we survive it to welcome Moshiach Tzidkeinu.
Non Jew here, says, Amen.
ReplyDeleteGd help all good peoples of this un-recognizable world. Amen.
Just a human here, following HaShem.
Thank you SO SO much for acknowledging that not everyone can go to Israel. I know people who really DO want to go, but the hurdles, financial, medical, bureaucratic, being alone with no one to really help them... the list is endless. AND, is Israel able to integrate all of us who want to come? Will there be a place? I sometimes get quite upset if anyone tries to shame people and question their emmunah if they don't come to Israel. Anyway, I appreciate you stating this clearly.
ReplyDeletevery little emuna in this article and in your statement, check out how soviet union jews flew their country, no home no money, disabled, everybody, oh how about ethiopian jews, check this out
DeleteThank you, may I add all the Yidden that work in Kiruv organizations
Deleteto ל.ל - you have failed to understand real issues here. No point continuing this discussion with people like you to deal with.
DeleteMany people are alone as you say Dvorah Davida and not only that, many already had PTSD BEFORE this happend at Bondi. They don't even leave their house because of PTSD. How canyou expect people to travel to Israel when they can't leave their own house? I am one of those many people with PTSD and it's been magnified and re-born since last Sunday. Not looking for any sympathy but I am wanting to make a point here.
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There's No Such Thing AS Coincidence.
ReplyDeleteThe Symbolism of the Menorah: The Light of the Jewish People
The menorah is symbolic of the indestructible core essence of the Jew.
Video: https://www.chabad.org/multimedia/video_cdo/aid/3244237/jewish/The-Symbolism-of-the-Menorah.htm
I added a video to the end of this post, because this is what the average Australian knows.
ReplyDeleteArab world turns on Bondi hero
ReplyDeletehttps://www.news.com.au/national/crime/donations-for-bondi-hero-ahmed-al-ahmed-pass-25-million/news-story/31753eadcf29750e354970ea23fe1f4f
Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed has been labelled a “traitor” in the Arab world for tackling a terrorist gunman and saving the lives of Jews at Bondi.
ReplyDeleteWhen the Facebook page for the Palestinian news source Ramallah News posted Mr Ahmed’s story, most of the hundreds of comments were hostile towards his lifesaving actions.
“Treason comes to you from the closest people” and “he sold himself and his life for the safety of the Jews” were among the comments.
“I wish it (the bullet) hit your heart,” one commentator said, while another said “May Allah not heal you”.
I just heard on the news that the Interfaith Council of Australia have initiated "ONE MITZVAH FOR BONDI" where everyone must do a mitzvah. This was on the secular Channel 9 news, never heard the word "mitzvah" come out of a newsreader's mouth. This is Moshiach's times people.
ReplyDeleteI, too, mirror what Dvorah Davida stated. Thanks for talking reality, Devorah, in the face of the many ivory-tower people who hurtfully deign lecture us "plebes" about Aliyah.
ReplyDeleteIt was an ordinary day, moving from job to job. I had just arrived at my morning position at Dan’s senior apartment—an easy assignment that suited me well after working half the night delivering newspapers on my route. I carried a few extra copies in case someone called to report a missed paper, so after doing some light housekeeping, I gave Dan one of the local editions. While collecting his breakfast dishes, he asked if I could retrieve his family album and tidy it up. I wasn’t sure how well I could straighten it, but I welcomed the task. At the very least, it would help the morning pass quickly.
ReplyDeleteAs I sorted some printed pages and studied a photo of a building, I noticed a decorative gate panel—one of two—separating a wooden deck walkway. The gates were shaped like a candelabrum, unmistakably resembling a menorah. A rush of emotion surged through me. A quickening sensation rose from the crown of my head and swept through my body. It wasn’t the first time I’d felt something like this, so I paused, curious about what I was holding. I turned to Dan and asked him what it was. He told me it was a tribute to his mother, Helen Burke, who taught at a Jewish summer camp for children.
So began the pull.
Captivated by the testimonies and fond recollections of Jewish adults who had known Helen during her years at Camp Swig near Saratoga, California, I learned that twenty-five years had passed since she died in 2003. Their memories were full of warmth, reverence, and small sparks of the extraordinary. I felt convinced her story needed to be told. I asked Dan if I could make copies of the memorial and speak with his sister and his daughter—Helen’s granddaughter—about their memories of her.
Tonight, I hope you turn off the TV and read to your children. Spend time with them. They are more important than you realize.
One Mitzvah for Bondi
ReplyDeleteThe Bondi terrorist attack has had an immense impact on our community, especially our Jewish community. The following day the NSW Faith Affairs Council held an emergency session to bring together faith leaders and show our unambiguous support for our Jewish brothers and sisters.
This expanded Faith Affairs Council was joined by two Jewish leaders Rabbi Nochum Schapiro of Chabad House and Rabbi Benjamin Elton of the Great Synagogue.
When asked what our faith communities could do to help the Jewish community Rabbi Nochum Schapiro responded with two requests.
One, to stand with our Jewish community and show unambiguous support.
And two, do one mitzvah. An act of kindness or charity. To bring some light into the world.
In light of the Rabbi’s response, the Faith Affairs Council with support from the Minns Government is launching the #OneMitzvahforBondi campaign.
Asking all Australians to undertake one act of kindness, compassion or charity, and to share their good deed with the wider community.
We are truly on the threshold of Moshiach it's that close! We just need to scream to Hashem and DEMAND it!
ReplyDeleteThe Rebbe elaborated on this point in Tezaveh 5752, and insisted that we scream to Hashem about the Arichus HaGalus, Ad Mosei, and demand the Geulah immediately. The Rebbe tells us there that we have been over 1900 years in exile and we tried everything possible, yet the Redemption has still not arrived B’Poel Mamosh.
In Vayakhel 5752, the Rebbe tells us how giving Tzedaka in a way that incorporates all our faculties will make the Geulah happen now.
From the NSW GOVERNMENT, yes you read that right GOVERNMENT's website
ReplyDeletehttps://www.nsw.gov.au/community-services/one-mitzvah-for-bondi