Trump’s Bold Moves

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The Parsha is not just a collection of ancient stories and Stories it is a living, breathing guide that mirrors real-time events. When we delve deeply, we find that the weekly Torah portion speaks directly to our current reality. Parshat Yitro is a prime example of this remarkable synchronicity.

Yitro, the father-in-law of Moshe Rabbeinu, was a man of immense knowledge and influence. As a high priest of Midian, he explored every form of idol worship known to mankind. Yet, when he heard about the miraculous events surrounding the Jewish people the Exodus, the splitting of the Red Sea, and the war against Amalek ”he recognized the undeniable truth of Hashem  sovereignty. His transformation was so significant that Hashem Himself delayed the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai until Yitro arrived and acknowledged the greatness of Hashem.

This moment in the Torah is striking because Yitro was an outsider. He had no prior obligation to the Jewish people, yet he saw what so many others ignored: the hand of G-d guiding history. His ability to reject the deeply ingrained beliefs This moment in the Torah is striking not just because Yitro was an outsider, but because he empowered the Jewish people to state the obvious something they may not have fully recognized or articulated themselves. Sometimes, it takes someone outside the system, someone unburdened by the internal struggles and hesitations, to say what needs to be said. Yitro saw what so many others ignored: the undeniable hand of God guiding history. But more than that, he legitimized and strengthened the Jewish people’s understanding of their own reality. His declaration xthat Hashem is the ultimate power was not just an acknowledgment of truth but a validation that emboldened them to move forward with clarity and confidence.

This echoes a profound lesson we see playing out in modern times.

This theme breaking from the failed patterns of the past resonates profoundly with a major geopolitical shift that has taken place in recent years.

Trump Yitro Moment: Redefining the Narrative on Gaza

For decades, world leaders followed the same ineffective playbook regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, repeatedly endorsing solutions that did nothing but perpetuate violence. Then came President Donald Trump, who much like Yitro challenged the conventional wisdom that had kept the region trapped in a cycle of destruction.

Rather than defaulting to the idea that Gaza must remain in Palestinian hands, Trump shifted the conversation entirely. He boldly stated what should have been obvious all along: Gaza is not a viable place for Palestinian self-rule. It has become a launching pad for terrorism, and restoring the same leadership that incited war would only guarantee future bloodshed.

Instead of pretending that history had proven this model a failure, Trump proposed a different vision one that prioritized security, stability, and a future where Israel could finally act in its own best interests. When asked where the Palestinians should go, he gave a response that was both pragmatic and refreshing: there are plenty of places for them in Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and elsewhere. For the first time in modern history, a world leader spoke the truth that many had long feared to say including our Jewish leadership.

Like Yitro, Trump recognized that doing things the same way would never yield a different result. He flipped the script, rejecting diplomatic appeasement in favor of a reality-based approach one that empowered the Jewish people to stand firm in their rightful homeland.

The Captives and the Language of Freedom

Another powerful lesson from Parshat Yitro relates to how we communicate with those who have been held captive. Hashem introduces Himself to the Jewish people at Sinai with the word Anochi , fascinatingly, is not a Hebrew word but an ancient Coptic Egyptian term for

Why would Hashem, at the pinnacle of divine revelation, choose to speak in the language of Egyptian bondage? The answer is profound: He was meeting Bnei Yisrael where they were, speaking to them in a way they could understand after centuries of slavery.

This concept holds immense relevance today, particularly in light of the ongoing crisis surrounding Israeli hostages. Many of those who have been released from captivity are struggling to reintegrate into society. Their time in the hands of Hamas has left them deeply traumatized, trapped in a mental and emotional prison even after being physically freed.

The Torah teaches us that true liberation is not just about escaping captivity about breaking free from the psychological chains that remain long after the doors are opened. Just as Hashem spoke to Bnei Yisrael in the language they understood, we must find ways to communicate with and rehabilitate these captives, helping them to heal and reclaim their lives.

The Timeless Relevance of Torah

Parshat Yitro is more than an ancient story—it is a blueprint for understanding our world today. It teaches us to reject failed ideologies, to embrace the truth even when it challenges the status quo, and to speak to those in need in a way that resonates with their experiences.

Whether in matters of faith, politics, or personal resilience, the lessons of this Parsha continue to guide us. As history unfolds before our eyes, we are reminded that the wisdom of the Torah is eternal illuminating the path forward.