Tzvika Grenglik, whose son fell in Gaza, told journalist Daphna Liel the proposed Basic Law equating Torah study with national service is unnecessary. 'Torah study existed before the law — we studied Torah and also served in the army. We are not idiots; the public will hold you accountable,' he said.
The remark from Tzvika Grenglik, whose son Shauly fell in Gaza, comes as the coalition's proposed Basic Law: Torah Study continues to stir controversy. The bill, which would grant equal legal standing to Torah study and IDF service, has drawn fire from bereaved families, reservists' forums, and even some coalition MKs. As The Zioneer reported earlier today, Grenglik's initial criticism was published; the full quote now adds his sharp accusation that lawmakers are treating the public as naive. The bill passed its first Knesset reading on July 1, 63-53, and is now before the Knesset Constitution, Law and Justice Committee.
2 developments
- DevelopingProposed Basic Law equating Torah study with national service draws fire from allies
- DevelopingMK Moshe Tur-Paz says Torah study bill is 'a desecration of Torah', will study without exemption
- DevelopingEmerging compromise on Israeli Basic Law: Torah Study debate
- DevelopingMK Stern: new Torah study Basic Law worse than first draft
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