The assassination of Yitzhak Rabin represents a tragic historical low for Israeli society and the Jewish people, reflecting a profound crisis. It tore the fabric of Israel’s shared social life and shook the foundational principle, once universally upheld, that political disagreements, no matter how intense, must remain within the bounds of mutual respect and not undermine Israeli democracy.
Every significant event in Israel, particularly one of this magnitude, profoundly affects Jewish communities worldwide, shaping their self-perception and connection to Israel. This booklet presents a series of three educational modules, designed to sequentially explore Rabin’s life and vision. These programs inspire dialogue around his legacy and values, focusing on social processes in Israel and the World jewry, the role of the individual within the collective, leadership, and hope. Yitzhak Rabin’s story provides a foundation for examining identity, values, and personal skills, as well as Israeli society's social and national processes and their potential resonance for global Jewry.
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