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Nov 29, 2023

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Reflections from day 2 - Rabbi Yael RIdberg

Written by Rabbi Yael Ridberg on November 28, 2023

The Book of Proverbs offers the observation: ner adonai nishmat adam - the lamp of God is the soul of humanity (20:27). Today was spent understanding the myriad of ways that Israelis in different sectors awoke on Sunday October 8, determin…

Nov 29, 2023

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Reflections from Day 2 - Mitch Siegler

Written by Mitch Siegler on November 28, 2023

My Tuesday summary:

San Diego Solidarity Mission to Israel: Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023

Tuesday was an action-packed day with a wide variety of experiences throughout Jerusalem. 

We met several “Chamalim”(civilian-run war operations centers…

Nov 29, 2023

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Operation Iron Swords Update- 11/29

Our thoughts are with those affected, and we are committed to keeping you informed. Here's the latest update:

Since October 7 :

  • 1,225 Israelis have been killed, including 395 soldiers.
  • 88 hostages have been freed, but 155 remain in captivity.
  • 10,500 rockets have been fired at Israeli c…

Nov 29, 2023

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Reflections from Day 2 - Alan Viterbi

Written by Alan Viterbi on November 28, 2023

Another day of mixed emotions.  All in Jerusalem.

First, two quick items I omitted from yesterday.  Both have San Diego connections and both are elements of the amazing resiliency in this country.  In the morning, we met Jonathan Ellman, the…

Nov 29, 2023

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Bearing Witness - Day 2 - Rabbi Jason Nevarez

Written by Rabbi Jason Nevarez on November 28, 2023

Yesterday was a tough day - to see the destruction and devastation, first-hand, has felt surreal and painful and numbing. Today, however, felt like a small antidote and ray of hope to all October 7th has meant for those living here in Is…