For Heaven's Sake

Israel at War – The Haredi Dilemma

Feb 14, 2024

Exploring the Haredi dilemma in Israel, the debate on drafting Ultra-Orthodox Jews into the army, societal reflections on draft legislation, and the evolving relationship of the Haredi community with military service. Delving into internal struggles and challenges ahead for the Haredi community amidst changing societal norms.

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The Haredi community's transition towards military service reflects a shift from exclusion to national participation.

Balancing tradition and societal integration poses challenges for the Haredi community amidst calls for army enlistment.

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The Role of the Haradi in the Israeli Army

The podcast discusses the dilemma of the Haradi community's participation in the Israeli army amidst legislative proposals for military service regulation. The recent context of freeing hostages highlights the emotional connection to the soldiers and the national unity felt during such times. The necessity for more soldiers due to security threats emphasizes the country's need for the Haradi community's enlistment, shifting from the previous ideology of exclusion to a call for participation in the army and societal integration.

The Purpose of the Study of Torah

01:20

Introduction

2min

Compassion in Crisis and Military Service Dilemma

4min

Military Strategy, Haredi Exemption, and Societal Reflections on Draft Legislation in Israel

3min

The Haredi Community's Evolving Relationship with Military Service

23min

Navigating Internal Struggles and Newfound Support: Challenges Ahead for the Haredi Community

2min

On Tuesday, February 13, Opposition Leader Yair Lapid demanded that Ultra-Orthodox Jews be drafted into the army, a long-debated move that if enacted would formally end the de-facto blanket exemption for roughly 15% of the country’s population.

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi dive into the Haredi ideology behind their separatism and avoidance of military duty at a time when Israel needs them most.

Mentioned in this episode:

https://www.timesofisrael.com/footage-shows-hostages-being-rescued-from-hamas-captivity-in-daring-rafah-operation/

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