There is a moment among the people of Israel right now where they have largely set aside their differences as their shared pain overshadows any negative sentiments. However, we need to recognize that such a form of unity is fragile…
Dr. Michael Laitman
To Change the World – Change Man
Understanding the New Global Wave of Antisemitism at its Roots
In the midst of the Israel-Hamas war, while we grapple with life-and-death challenges, it seems as if the world is ablaze with a virulent strain of hatred aimed squarely at us, the people of Israel. We witness the disturbing echoes…
Rising Above Hate: The People of Israel’s Quest for a Unified World
The people of Israel have been put through an incredibly challenging exercise since October 7, 2023. The attacks of that day and the challenges thereafter are not the first time we have received such a trial. It beckons us to…
The Power of Unity: A Divine Message for Our Nation
In times of despair, many turn to the Creator for help. Today, our nation, too, is seeking divine guidance, whether in frustration, prayer or plea. What should we hear in these trying times? The Creator’s message is that unity is…
Is it wrong to hate your brother?
In the Bible, there is a verse that writes, “You shall not hate your brother in your heart” (Leviticus 19:17). It is a crucial instruction because, without love for one another, we face the risk of destruction. If we take…
How should Israel respond to the threats from Houthis in Yemen, Syrian and Iraqi militias in Syria, and Hezbollah in Lebanon?
Beyond the necessary military response, there is a broader solution: we, the people of Israel, need to embrace peace, unity and mutual understanding among ourselves. With these qualities, we can resolve issues with our neighbors and, on a wider scale,…
How do you explain the need for unity to someone who is locked on a divisive worldview that continually seeks to justify one side and blame the other?
I avoid pursuing such endeavors because it is a long process to prove something, if it is even possible at all, since there is an innate need in people to hold onto certain beliefs. Nevertheless, no matter the outcome, it…
Why Should We Be United?
We should unite because unity is the fundamental idea that bonds us all. It is above life, above death—above everything. Beyond the myriad self-serving goals, pleasures and values in our lives, unity is actually of utmost importance. Complete unity—where we…
What would be a sign of strength in response to the conflict in Israel?
In today’s world, strength is synonymous with unity. It is as simple as that: If we come together, then we draw into our connections the most powerful single, unique and unified force that exists in nature. Anyone who has been…
What should Israel do to ensure the safety and eventual release of the Israeli soldiers and civilians taken hostage by Hamas?
Beyond the strategies and tactics, we should give the people taken hostage the confidence that we are coming to save them. The hostages’ main task is to hold out. They should completely focus on that while we need to save…
How does the situation in Israel before the war compare to the situation during the war?
Protests, political conflicts, street uproar and division among the people of Israel marked the situation before the war. We need to combat our lack of unity. The issue is not differing party affiliations, varying viewpoints or demonstrations, but that we…
Beyond Blaming Others – A Time for Unity Above Differences
Beyond Blaming Others – A Time for Unity Above Differences In these trying times when the people of Israel face a grave crisis and heartbreak, our only desire should be to set aside our differences and come together above them.…