Q&A: From the Yeruham Municipality to the Government of Israel
From the Yeruham Municipality to the Government of Israel
Question
Hello Rabbi, could you explain how in Yeruham you fought bitterly over the city council—that is to say, who is the head of the Yeruham municipality, which is something of value that justifies pseudo-useful struggles—but who will be Prime Minister of the State of Israel, on diplomatic matters for example, is something whose importance is like the peel of a garlic clove, which is known for its medicinal properties, etc. And nevertheless, with all due respect, honor remains in its place. With great respect, Pela Schneorson
Answer
I am utterly astonished by such a foolish question, to the point that I decided to let you try your hand at answering it yourself.
Discussion on Answer
The answer is simple.
In the holy city of Yeruham, Rabbi Michael Abraham had to bestow his mercy and intervene in the elections. By contrast, regarding the ‘State of Israel,’ Michael, the great prince, stands ready to shine forth the light and truth of the Holy One, blessed be He, upon its ‘heads, ministers, and advisers,’ and therefore Rabbi Michael sees his own intervention as unnecessary.
Regards, Monsieur Shamshoni
Another argument that can be made is this: since it was established by those knowledgeable in religion and law that ‘favorable coverage’ for a public official is considered bribery, Rabbi Michael Abraham is justifiably concerned that if he gives ‘favorable coverage’ to one of the candidates, he may, God forbid, be accused of giving a bribe.
Honorable Rabbi, I apologize; please answer with an answer—have mercy! On the one hand, the Yeruham municipality; on the other hand, the very foundation of the Government of Israel. Please, sweet Jew, answer and explain. Regards, Pela (Farhan) Schneorson