And now, live from the gas chambers August 17, 2005 The year was 1944. Things weren’t going well for the Germans. The western allies, led by the United States and Russia, were on their way to victory. Hitler knew he had to do something fast, anything, to turn the tide of imminent defeat. At a meeting with his Supreme Council, […]
Read moreLet My People Stay! August 8, 2005 On Sunday I made another trip down to Gush Katif for a very special day. I wasn’t disappointed. My oldest daughter Bat-tzion, grew up together with a neighboring girl named Merav, who lived two buildings away from us. They spent most of their waking hours together, be it at school or at home. […]
Read moreThe Real Terrorists August 7, 2005 What do you expect would happen if you gave a child a loaded weapon? Almost undoubtedly, at some point, the child would pull the trigger and the gun would discharge. Anyone standing in front of the barrel would likely be hit. Many years ago I read Sharon’s autobiography, which so describes the death of […]
Read moreSderot and Ofakim August 4, 2005 I usually look forward to Shabbat. It’s the end of the week, a good time for a break, meaningful Sabbath prayers, usually at Ma’arat HaMachpela, tasty meals, a little more sleep than usual, some time with the family – a spiritually fulfilling experience. But this week, I’m not so sure – no, I’m sure […]
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