Baruch Hashem, during these tough times I want to give you hope. And I want to remind you that WE CAN do something to help the brave women & men in Israel.
I firmly believe that when we strengthen our connection with the Creator, we can create miracles & positive change here on Earth.
To this end, here are 3 ways we can help, whether you’re a Jew or a Noachide.
GIVE CHARITY.
I’m not going to post a link to a specific charity as it doesn’t matter where you give, only that you give. For “charity saves from death,” (Talmud, 156B).
STUDY TORAH.
King David did it. And every bit of Torah which you study helps us win. I feel that it’s my job to be a resource for you. So I’m offering a quick, free, 15-minute Torah class on Monday nights, titled “The Rebbe’s Opinion on Security for Israel”, based on the Torah teachings, interviews, and public talks of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. TUNE IN HERE to join the class.
PUT ON TEFILLIN. LIGHT SHABBOS CANDLES.
Chabad’s famous Tefillin Campaign started to help the Jewish state. And even the New York Times promoted lighting Shabbos candles. So, as Nike says, Just Do It!
I pray that through our extra deeds of goodness, we tip the scales towards Moshiach and enter an era of harmony when we can serve Hashem together and live United!!!
Thank YOU!
P.S. For those of you who have talked with me about how to respond to the pro-Hamas and pro-Evil lies out there, here are some resources (courtesy of the Focus Project!)
StandWithUs provides educational booklets on complex topics. Answering Tough Questions About Israel – website and PDF – is a timely resource for understanding false accusations.
The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law published a fact sheet explaining the importance of defining antisemitism, discusses the current standard and provides guidance on next steps.
The Anti-Defamation League’s Fight Antisemitism provides resources in America and around the world for speaking out against anti-Jewish hatred, advocating for policy solutions and supporting Jewish communities.
Hadassah – The Women’s Zionist Organization of America – has educational resources about Israel and offers opportunities to advocate for Israel.
Local Jewish Community Relations Councils, including the JCRC Bay Area, give guidance for students and parents from K-12 schools to universities on how to talk about the Hamas-Israel war.
The American Zionist Movement presents resources from its members.
Visit the Antisemitism 911 website for more resources on how to help, respond, get involved and stay informed about the crisis in Israel.