Yehuda Lapian, at The Blogs

Sep 9, 2024, 4:47 AM

From Gaza to Alabama: Shining Israel’s Light from the Front Lines to the World

Mr. and Mrs. Dursley, of number four, Privet Drive, were proud to say that they were perfectly normal. This iconic line from Harry Potter has always resonated with me—not for its normalcy, but for the hidden power in the...

Aug 14, 2024, 12:19 PM

Lessons from Lord of the Rings and IDF Veterans in Deal, NJ

In the midst of war, when fear and uncertainty threatened to overwhelm, it wasn’t the grand strategies or powerful weapons that carried me through the darkest moments on the Gaza border. Instead, it was the small, seemingly insignificant acts...

Jul 17, 2024, 10:45 PM

Brothers in Arms: A Beacon of Hope and Justice in Israel’s Darkest Hour

In the early days of the war, our battalion was stationed at a remote outpost with scarce resources. I remember vividly when a member of Brothers in Arms drove hours to reach us. When I asked him if it...

Jun 4, 2024, 7:31 PM

Can America Determine What is Good and Bad for the World if it Can’t Differentiate Between a Man and a Woman?

Throughout history, America has demonstrated remarkable strength when confronted with global threats. After the horrific attack on Pearl Harbor, the US joined joined the Allies and played a vital role in defeating the Axis powers. This decisive act of...

Apr 26, 2024, 7:02 PM

Prestige Instead of Purpose: My Disappointing Journey at an Ivy League Seminar

Ever since I was a child, I had a dream of attending the best university in the world. I worked hard, read as much as I can and saved money by working as a waiter during three summers. Despite...

Apr 17, 2024, 1:27 AM

From Sanctuary to Strife: European Mosques Becoming Incubators of Global Terror

Recent attacks by Hamas on October 7, followed by hundreds of missiles from Hezbollah, and the attack this week by Iran, served as a reminder to Israelis that they are at war not just with neighboring countries but also...

Apr 10, 2024, 10:18 PM

Knesset and Yeshivas resting during war? Spare me beyachad nenatzeach!

The mantra "Together we will win" echoed hollowly in my mind as I prepared my bag again for another month of reserve in Gaza. I love my country and respect my government, even when I disagree. I love the...

Jan 7, 2014, 12:49 PM

From a concerned Israeli to Rabbi Weiss: Don’t stop!

Many headlines in the Israeli media this week revolved around the Chief Rabbinate and its attitude towards the rulings of Rabbi Avi Weiss. The very same Rabbi Avi Weiss who's forward looking approach to Halacha led to the establishment...

May 6, 2013, 6:55 PM

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Yehuda Lapian is a community manager at the Peace of Mind program, working to support IDF veterans in their transition to a healthy civilian life. Formerly an advisor at the Knesset, he worked to strengthen the relationship between Israel and America and inspire influencers to learn the truth about Israel. Yehuda graduated from the Ma'ale Gilboa Yeshiva and Elul Program in "Beit Prat" and had the privilege of getting to know Rabbi Sacks Z"l, who motivated him to move to Tel Aviv and to stay in Israel and be connected to tradition. Yehuda recently completed 120 days of service in Gaza. Since returning, he's been speaking publicly at different demonstrations and TV channels about equal drafting in the IDF and helping post-traumatic veterans. A lover of books and movies, a competitor for the Israeli ice swimming team, and although usually losing, playing chess online.

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