Monday, October 23, 2023
Ultra-Orthodox Jews are supporting Israel’s war efforts - here's how
Since the beginning of the horrific attacks against Israel on October 7, the haredi (ultra-Orthodox) sector has prioritized supporting the war efforts.
Israel had found itself profoundly divided in the past few years, especially in the few months before the war started. The fact that haredi men are exempted from serving in the army has been generally considered one of the reasons for deepening the rift between different communities in the country.
However, since Operation Swords of Iron began, the narrative has shifted. Videos and photos circulating on social networks now showcase haredi and women actively raising donations of money, food, and other supplies for soldiers. Many participate in volunteer efforts to assist residents of the border communities who have lost their homes. In addition, an unprecedented number of haredi individuals have applied to join the IDF for the war, while others exempt from reserves have requested to serve voluntarily.
The haredi community has a long tradition of volunteering, but their recent involvement has been particularly prominent and widespread.
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