Thursday, January 5, 2006

Ariel Sharon

01/05/06
I pray for Ariel Sharon's recovery. At this point it appears clear that even if he lives he will not be able to lead the country. I am grief stricken for a man that I once despised. Eich Naflu Giborim, How the heroes have fallen!

It is already time to proclaim the greatness of this man. This man's transformation is a rarity in human affairs. Circumstance and character converged in the most remarkable way. We are forced to pause to appreciate this old/new story. May Sharon's fortitude, stubborness, and courage of these past years inspire a new generation of leaders in Israel to make the difficult decisions to protect the security of Israel's citizens and to bring a lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians.

Rabbi Dov Gartenberg

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