Torah Reading Gets Awkward Fast As Leftist Jews Hold Pro-Ceasefire Rally
A Planned Torah Reading Takes an Awkward Turn
A group of leftist Jews, calling themselves ”Rabbis for Ceasefire,” gathered with Rep. Rashida Tlaib to publicly advocate for a ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Their plan was to hold a morning prayer in front of Congress, bringing the Synagogue into the public eye.
However, during the Torah reading, things quickly became uncomfortable. As the reading was supposed to be done in Hebrew and then translated into English, some listeners noticed a peculiar change in tone. The woman reading the Hebrew portion, deviating from tradition, lowered her voice to a whisper when she reached the part about God giving the land to the Jewish people and their descendants.
During the translation segment
“…god came to him (Isaac) and told him don’t go to Egypt, just stay where you are —, I’m skipping a lot of parts here — gave him a lot of blessings…” pic.twitter.com/8fFvJ6VXmk— Vaad HaBadchanim (not parody) (@VaadHaBadchanim) November 17, 2023
And when it came time for the English translation of the same passage, the part about God’s promise of the land to the Jewish people was conveniently omitted.
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Amidst this peculiar situation, Chaya Raichik found it amusing, stating, “Absolutely hilarious! She drops to a whisper when she realizes she’s about to read the words where God promises the land of Israel to the Jews. Then in the English translation he says ‘I’m skipping a lot of parts here.'”
Absolutely hilarious! She drops to a whisper when she realizes she’s about to read the words where God promises the land of Israel to the Jews. Then in the English translation he says “I’m skipping a lot of parts here.” 🤣🤣 https://t.co/JoknlMDYIp pic.twitter.com/43P3aMvrfb
— Chaya Raichik (@ChayaRaichik10) November 20, 2023
Dave Rubin chimed in, calling it a prime example of irony, stating, “This might be the finest example of ‘irony is dead’ in all of human history…”
This might be the finest example of “irony is dead” in all of human history… https://t.co/zebsRh1HTU
— Dave Rubin (@RubinReport) November 19, 2023
David Reaboi observed the awkwardness of the situation, stating, “Anti-Israel Jews are decorative, identity politics ornaments—and, to get the best bang for the buck, they sometimes need to play-act as actual religious Jews. Here’s when it gets pretty awkward.”
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Anti-Israel Jews are decorative, identity politics ornaments—and, to get the best bang for the buck, they sometimes need to play-act as actual religious Jews. Here’s when it gets pretty awkward. https://t.co/SYiGZpBIck
— David Reaboi, Late Republic Nonsense (@davereaboi) November 19, 2023
Blake Flayton shared a similar sentiment, stating, “It is wrong to criticize Jews for their own interpretation of Judaism unless that interpretation is weaponized against Jewish communal interests. The ‘Rabbis for ceasefire’ event was a performance for the non-Jewish world, the only circumstance in which Cori Bush and the like could feel comfortable.”
It is wrong to criticize Jews for their own interpretation of Judaism unless that interpretation is weaponized against Jewish communal interests. The “Rabbis for ceasefire” event was a performance for the non-Jewish world, the only circumstance in which Cori Bush and the like…
— Blake Flayton (@blakeflayton) November 14, 2023
How does the alteration of religious rituals for political purposes affect the credibility of the message being conveyed?
Absolutely hilarious! She drops to a whisper when she realizes she’s about to read the words where God promises the land of Israel to the Jews. Then in the English translation he says “I’m skipping a lot of parts here.” 🤣🤣 https://t.co/JoknlMDYIp pic.twitter.com/43P3aMvrfb
— Chaya Raichik (@ChayaRaichik10) November 20, 2023
Dave Rubin chimed in, calling it a prime example of irony, stating, “This might be the finest example of ‘irony is dead’ in all of human history…”
This might be the finest example of “irony is dead” in all of human history… https://t.co/zebsRh1HTU
— Dave Rubin (@RubinReport) November 19, 2023
Dave Rubin chimed in, calling it a prime example of irony, stating, “This might be the finest example of ‘irony is dead’ in all of human history…”
This might be the finest example of “irony is dead” in all of human history… https://t.co/zebsRh1HTU
— Dave Rubin (@RubinReport) November 19, 2023
The incident sparked controversy and confusion among the attendees. It raised questions about the intentions of the individuals involved and the inclusivity of the event. The act of altering the Torah reading, particularly during a public demonstration, raises concerns about the appropriation of religious symbols and texts for political purposes.
Religious texts hold significant importance to believers and are often considered sacred. Modifying them, especially in a public setting, can be seen as disrespectful and offensive to those who hold them dear. The decision to selectively omit passages from the Torah reading undermines the integrity of the religious ceremony and casts doubt on the credibility of the message being conveyed.
The incident also draws attention to the role of religion in political movements. While it is not uncommon for religious leaders and communities to advocate for political causes, it is crucial to maintain the authenticity and integrity of religious practices. Using religious rituals as a means of advancing a political agenda can be seen as manipulative and disingenuous.
Furthermore, the incident raises questions about the true purpose of the event. Was it a genuine effort to advocate for peace, or was it an attempt to gain attention and manipulate public perception? The alteration of the Torah reading suggests a calculated decision to present a revised version of the religious text that aligns with the desired political message. This raises concerns about the transparency and sincerity of such demonstrations.
In a time of conflict and divisiveness, it is essential to promote understanding, empathy, and respectful dialogue. Using religious symbols and practices as tools for political gain only serves to deepen divisions and hinder the progress towards peaceful resolution. It is important
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