Today was our free day in Jerusalem. We opened the day with prayers and Eucharist and then let people go their own way. Many of our pilgrims visited the Holocaust Memorial (Yad VeShem) for a poignant remembrance of European oppression of the Jewish people. In the afternoon, many groups visited other museums, toured the City of David archaeological site and waded through Hezekiah’s tunnel, and walked the streets of the Old City one last time. The group gathered again in the evening for an unforgettable meal, hosted by the owner of our local travel agent, Raji Khoury, before loading the bus for our long journey home.
A response from Rabbi Mark Strauss-Cohn approved by Neal…
Referring to the Holcaust as “oppression” is a gross understatement of the events that occurred in Europe as well as the purpose of the Germans and all of their collaborators. Attempted anhilation does not equate with oppression.
The use of this word serves to dilute the enormity of the evil that was perpetrated.
Referring to the Holcaust as “oppression” is a gross understatement of the events that occurred in Europe as well as the purpose of the Germans and all of their collaborators. Attempted anhilation does not equate with oppression.
The use of this word serves to dilute the enormity of the evil that was perpetrated.