To the Editor,
Feb. 21,2011
I am also not ashamed. Having a pluralistic character has never been a priority in Israel – having a Jewish character is what is important. Jewish halacha (law) is intrinsicly moral because it comes from Torah and G-d Himself. The problems come when "reformers" want to change the Torah laws to suit themselves. Those wishing to convert by Halachic standards can do so, and join the Jewish nation. Kindness to strangers is part of our tradition, but not at the expense of endangering Jewish lives. Beware those Jews who expouse Western values over Torah values!
Leah Urso