October 7th Reflections

On October 7th, 2023, I happened to be sick with a virus. And so instead of being in shul, I was at home when the sirens sounded. My daughter, who was a commander in the IDF and had to leave her phone on during Shabbat/Chag, was receiving calls about helping organize transportation for soldiers. I looked out of the window and saw the heartbreaking sight of our neighbors hugging their son goodbye as he left for unknown dangers.

For many Jews, even those not directly impacted by the Hamas attack or...