Wounded Rabbi Helps Others Shake Lulav
Chabad.org
Rabbi Menachem Kutner, injured in the Bein Ganim yeshiva bombing during the Yom Kippur War, has turned his personal trauma into a mission of empowerment and healing. Despite his injuries, he dedicates his life to helping others, illustrating resilience by actively participating in the Jewish ritual of shaking the lulav during Sukkot. Kutner's work, particularly with Chabad’s Terror Victims program, emphasizes the power of community support in overcoming adversity, showing how rituals can serve as a balm for the wounded and serve as a touchstone for rebuilding lives.