Into the Verse - A Parsha Podcast Israel Under Attack: Rabbi Fohrman and Imu Process the Events
Oct 10, 2023
Rabbi Fohrman and Imu Shalev candidly discuss their shock over the recent attacks in Israel, sharing personal experiences and reflections on prayer and collective grief. They explore the meaning of seeking divine help during such crises, emphasizing the importance of human connection. From organizing volunteer efforts to crafting comfort items for those affected, they highlight ways to channel emotional responses into positive action. The conversation balances feelings of anger with a call for strategic and compassionate responses, urging unity in difficult times.
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Simchas Torah Became Communal Mourning
- Imu Shalev described Simchas Torah in the U.S. as painfully somber, with adults knowing horrific news while children sang obliviously.
- The rabbi had everyone sit on the floor holding Torahs like Tisha B'Av, turning celebration into communal mourning and release.
Hotel Siren Panic And A Split-Second Choice
- Rabbi David Fohrman recounted waking to sirens in a packed Jerusalem hotel and rushing his family toward bomb shelters.
- A clogged stairwell forced a split-second decision to go back up and find alternate cover, highlighting panic and improvisation.
The Journey Can Be The Destination
- Rabbi David Fohrman framed the stairwell experience as a metaphor: the journey can be the real destination, not the assumed safe endpoint.
- He urged seeing process and how we act under pressure as the meaningful outcome, not merely reaching a goal.