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Spirit of the Galilee Shabbat

  • 14 street y 344 East 14th Street New York, NY, 10003 United States (map)

Come meet three distinguished community leaders from The Spirit of the Galilee in Israel whose mutual trust, respect, friendship, and collaboration bring the promise of a just and equal shared society. Ghadir Haney, a renowned and highly influential Muslim social activist, hails from the city of Acre. Fr. Saba Haj is the leader of a 5,000-member Christian-Arab-Orthodox Church in the town of Iblin. Rabbi Or Zohar serves as the Reform Rabbi of the Misgav region and also directs the Spirit of the Galilee Association (SOG). The three individuals serve as representatives of the greater SOG’s inter-religious leadership group. Comprised of approximately 25 religious and community leaders from the Galilee region, these group members share a common vision of peace and equality between Arabs and Jews. Through their partnership and collaborative efforts, they exemplify that "Peace in the Middle East" is not merely an unattainable dream, but a living reality embraced by numerous Arabs and Jews who reject the grip of hatred and violence, even amidst the tragic circumstances of today. They will discuss their life journeys, their work, and the impact of the war on their efforts. This is an evening not to be missed.

Earlier Event: February 29
Torah Byte
Later Event: March 6
Meditation: An Introduction