Ahavat Yisrael Explained

Ahavat Yisrael (Hebrew:) is a mitzvah in Judaism to have "Love of one's fellow Jew".^[1] A biblical idea, the concept of Ahavat Yisrael has been elaborated upon by the Chabad movement.^[2] The source of the concept of Avahat Yisrael comes from Vayikra 19:18 (Leviticus 19:18).^[3]

Zionism

The Zionist Rabbinic Coalition, a group of American Reform, Conservative, and Modern Orthodox rabbis, has linked the concept of Ahavat Yisrael to Zionism and support for the State of Israel. The organization released a letter in 2022 claiming that anti-Zionist Jews "lack ahavat Yisrael" and should not be ordained as rabbis.^[4]

See also

• Golden Rule
• Jewish peoplehood

Notes and References

1. Web site: Ahavas Yisroel . . 2023-12-26.
2. Web site: Ahavat Yisrael . . 2023-12-26.
3. Web site: Ahavat Yisrael – A mitzvah to love all Jews? . . 2023-12-26.
4. Web site: US Reform, Conservative rabbis had enough of anti-Zionist rhetoric . . 2023-12-27. August 12, 2022. Klein. Zvika.