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Miracles in Gaza

Ariel Siegelman joined the Israel Defense Forces and fought in Gaza.

by Sarah Weintraub and Richard Lesser

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Published: July 18, 2009

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(42) Helen Cohan, December 20, 2011 7:28 PM

How beautiful --- how touching --- how true.

How beautiful --- how touching --- how true. Thank you to Hashem and to the brave IDF soldiers --- His emissaries in Israel. Helen

(41) Anonymous, December 20, 2011 7:21 PM

I Love Israel

Thank you so much for the miracle story...in Gaza....and the IDF that is involved daily in defending Israel.....by doing whats necessary to keep Israel safe and secure ..May the miracle of peace and justice shine brightly and all of Israel become one Sovereign Nation....shinning out to all the world in blessings of peace....G-d bless and protect the people...

(40) Anonymous, December 19, 2011 1:53 PM

Was that the Chief Rabbi of Israel who gave the blessing?

Great video. Was that the Chief Rabbi of Israel who gave the soldiers the blessings before they went into Gaza? If so, why wasn't that mentioned?! Thanx, Our troops should always be safe!!!!

(39) Robert, December 19, 2011 12:16 AM

Awe-inspiring

May the G-d of Israel pour out his blessing on the people Israel and his land...

(38) Jill Goldberger, December 18, 2011 8:38 PM

We're so proud of you!

Ariell, We are so proud of you for deciding to volunteer to defend the Jewish People. We knew from your short visit here in Minneapolis that you are a humble young man, and it really shows in this video. You did your part in the Gaza operation, but you give the credit to our Creator and Protector. Hashem should continue to bless your family with brocha v'hatzlocha! The MN Goldbergers

(37) Anonymous, December 18, 2011 11:19 AM

Jeremia's words remain fresh like the dew in Israel:" Because of the L-rd's great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. THEY ARE NEW EVERY MORNING; GREAT IS HIS FAITHFULNES!" BARUCH HASHEM! THANK YOU FOR THIS HASHEM HONOURING VIDEO! Be blessed!

(36) Anonymous, December 18, 2011 3:30 AM

My God bless Israel's soldiers and keep them safe from every enemy always.

(35) me, October 30, 2011 10:49 PM

may Hakadosh Baruch Hu continue to protect our sisters and brothers.

(34) Sandra, July 20, 2011 10:09 AM

Awesome!

Very inspiring!

(33) Margaret, July 20, 2011 10:09 AM

Amazing - Amen - God is Good

Amazing - Amen - God is Good

(32) Lee, July 20, 2011 10:09 AM

Inspirational, amazing

A phenominal testimony of God's amazing grace and love for His people.

(31) BUNNY, July 20, 2011 10:08 AM

BLESS YOU ALL!

MY FAITH IN HASHEM NEVER FAILS, YOUR FAITH WAS THERE WITH YOU AND HE WAS AND IS WITH US IN EVERY MOVE AND THOUGHT. THAT RAINBOW WAS HIS WAY OF SHOWING YOU HIS FAITH IN YOU ALL AS YOU ALL HAD FAITH IN THE GLORIOUS ALMIGHTY. MAY YOU ALL WHO WERE SUCH A FORCE, CONTINUE TO HAVE THAT FAITH AND FORCE FOR THE REST OF THOSE POOR SOULS WHO DO NOT. I LOVE YOU ALL AS THOUGH YOU ARE MY SONS, BUT...........YOU ARE!

(30) judy, July 20, 2011 10:08 AM

kol hakavod!

thank you for your immense strength and trust. i am so thankful and proud of all of my bothers who gave everything for this land. it is bizchutam (in their merit) that i have the merit to be sitting here today.

(29) Asher Fine, July 20, 2011 10:07 AM

Inspiring Film

Kol Hakavod Ariel, Incredible movie, touching and inspiring. Am Yisrael Chai - May we be Zoche to experience the arrival of the mashiach...how about NOW?!

(28) Michelle, July 20, 2011 10:07 AM

Baruch Hashem

Amazing... thank you for all the havdolahs, and the space heater! It was a pleasure to meet your wonderful wife and help out with your son whenever I could! You and everyone else in the IDF and in Israel should be blessed.

(27) David J Weinberg, July 20, 2011 10:07 AM

great movie. truly inspiring

great movie. truly inspiring

(26) Melinwy, July 20, 2011 10:06 AM

Beautiful

This is such a beautiful film, a feeling of peace after watching it. I am passing it on to all I know.

(25) georges Hania, July 20, 2011 10:06 AM

What a wonderful documentary.I enjoyed it immensely.I watched it again and again.

(24) FSmallreda, July 20, 2011 10:06 AM

Inspirational and should be viewed by young and old!

What a wonderful and inspiring lesson that we went into Gaza and G-d went into Gaza with us. The army of Israel is different from any other army. The land of Israel has special blessings from Hashem. Beautiful video!

(23) Alejandro Levy, July 20, 2011 10:05 AM

WOW

Hashem is with us..

(22) Angie, July 20, 2011 10:05 AM

moving

I'll never forget the Gaza War and all the miracles in it. I'll also never forget that it was the first time since I was 12 (that's 5 years) that I prayed for something. My bro, like Ariel, left America to join the Israeli army. I experienced first hand something I've never before - the prayers and hopes every soldier's family goes through. God bless and keep safe all the soldiers of Israel.

(21) Anonymous, July 20, 2011 10:05 AM

Really inspiring

i was touched my HaShem bless you and the rest of the soldiers in Isreal

(20) chana, July 20, 2011 10:04 AM

Thank you!

beautifully moving and inspiring! MI K'AMCHA ISRAEL GOY ECHAD BAARETZ!

(19) Anonymous, July 20, 2011 10:04 AM

BEAUTIFUL & THANKFUL!

awesome!

(18) Anonymous, July 20, 2011 10:03 AM

rainbow

a rainbow is an omen that g-d wanted to destroy the world but didn't. while it may have been emotional, it's not really a good sign, means we need to repent. in any case, while im happy ariel's unit was safe, there were soldiers that died, and we should not forget them

(17) Dorothy Melvin, July 20, 2011 10:03 AM

Powerful, powerful

I watched this today, going into the Nine Days, perfect to see at this time. A powerful depiction of how G-d is always with us and as long as we can keep our trust, our emunah, we will merit to see that throughout our struggles, we were and are never alone. When I saw the rainbow, I felt a tiny bit of the depths of joy our soldiers felt in seeing it and truly realizing that they were never alone. Thank you for giving me this strength in faith, so needed at this time.

(16) Anonymous, July 20, 2011 10:03 AM

EXCELLENT

who is a great nation that G-d is close to them in all their callings to him. (Deutoronomy) Thank you for a most inspiring video

(15) Anonymous, July 20, 2011 10:02 AM

it makes you think, and feel

what a beautiful message! thank you for posting this film.

(14) Marcia, July 20, 2011 10:02 AM

Very moving

This young man from Atlanta tells an incredible story. I had the pleasure of being with him in December on Har Nof at his son's bris. May Hashem bless all of our soldier fighting for Israel.

(13) Steve, July 20, 2011 10:01 AM

Great video! Thanks! G-d Bless the IDF!

(12) Shirley, July 20, 2011 10:01 AM

Is this guy, Ariel, from Atlanta? I taught there for a year and i think i remember him and his family.

(11) David S. Levine, July 20, 2011 10:01 AM

HE Is With Us

If anyone does no beleive HE is with us after viewing this film that someone doesn't believe in reason!

(10) Anonymous, July 20, 2011 10:00 AM

I'm at a loss for words, this film is just so incredible. The war happened a few months ago, so many of us have already unfortunately forgotten so much of the Divine Providence that became clear during the battle in Gaza, so much of the strength that brought our people together. Weve forgotten how clear Gds presence was and how clear it became that He wants us to recognize Him more, to feel loved and comforted by His constant presence and guidance every moment we live. This movie serves as a beautiful reminder to all of us to never forget Gds miracles and His love, to never forget to not only turn to Him with our requests, but to turn to Him in thanks and gratitude when He saves us and brings us the deliverance we were ask Him for. Kol HaKavod for the video, and for seeing Gd-s hand in the salvation He blessed you with.

(9) ברכה, July 20, 2011 10:00 AM

כמה אמונה יכול להיות בסירטון כזה קטן..... מהמם

(8) Frisco, July 20, 2011 10:00 AM

Excellent Very Touching

I loved this video. Praise for the IDF. Thanks Sarah for doing this

(7) sternbuch, July 20, 2011 9:59 AM

excellent, let our ennemies see this and tremble

this is for our enemies to see, for our people to see and get strenght, if we are not for us, then who shall be. May H'' bless each and everyone of our dear soldiers, what pride and gratitude for them and what prayers that they should stay well.

(6) Bruce, July 20, 2011 9:59 AM

wow...you got me crying

This one got me crying...i am moved tremendously. i ususally avoid posting religious material on my news blog, for fear of alienating non-Jews and non-religious...but this is definitely an exception. May G*d continue to bless Aish in all it's endeavors! Bruce

(5) Michel. Montagne, July 20, 2011 9:58 AM

Definatel a Miracle at Gaza

Very moving.Very Inspiring,Struck a cord deep in my soul. Would the Isreali Defence Force consider a 52 year young (sky-diving) former Canadian Forces Infantryman?

(4) lynn, July 20, 2011 9:58 AM

This is the kind of thing that needs to be seen by all of Am Yisrael. When you publicize Hashems greatness, it will bring geula, it will give us all the tangible feeling just as was stated in the movie, "G-d is with us." May Hashem bless you for this wonderful film and all your efforts to help the Jewish people go forward. Yasher Koach!

(3) Anonymous, July 20, 2011 9:57 AM

May all b'nai Yisrael merit such hashgachah pratis!

Very moving--I found myself crying and saying "Thank you, Hashem" as I watched. As a previous commenter noted, there were, tragically, those who were wounded seriously and those who died in the Gaza War. We have wept and should continue mourning over them, especially now during the Three Weeks. But let us thank G-d for miracles like the ones so beautifully described and illustrated in this video, and continue to thank Him for thwarting the plans of our evil enemies throughout the generations whose goal has been R"L "lechalosainu"--to utterly destroy us, chas veshalom. May all Bnai Yisroel always experience the protection and hashgachah pratis that this soldier and his comrades merited!

(2) Berry, July 20, 2011 9:57 AM

Very sweet guy, but...

As we all well know, not everyone emerged whole. We still daven for all those other sweet soldiers who came home without an arm, a leg, or other horrific injuries. I'm moved to hear the story of an American who came over to join the war effort, and I'm grateful he came out whole and inspired, but it really wasn't such a happy ending for everyone.

(1) Rosen, July 20, 2011 9:57 AM

good story

That was a good story about G-d's divine providence. However, there could have been more of an elaboration on Hamas' agenda to delegitimize and destroy Israel. I don't think there is any "occupation" in Israel or Gaza, as the land is rightfully for the Jews and anyone who acknowledges Israel's right to exist. Certainly, at the end of the day, Israel will prevail and those who think, say, and act otherwise may get swept into the sea due to their blind hatred of the righteous.

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Sarah Weintraub

Sarah Weintraub creates thought provoking programming, inspiring films and videos. Based in Los Angeles, Sarah has worked with such clients as Bob Mackie, Diana Ross, AdMarketing, Aish HaTorah L.A. and The Jewish Federation of Los Angeles. In 2001, Sarah began working with Vision Quest Productions and collaborates on many projects. For more information regarding Sarah's services, please contact susanw613@aol.com.

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For the past 25 years Richard Lesser, owner of Vision Quest Productions has been involved in all facets of production, from interviewing high profile celebrities, including President Clinton, to directing, producing and editing. Richard's spectrum of production experience ranges from Corporate Communication and Documentaries to Music Videos. Richard has lectured and instructed video technique to a variety of clients including the US Senate, Johns Hopkins and CNN. Sarah Weintraub joined the Visionquest team as a director 8 years ago.

Miracles in Gaza

Visitor Comments: 42

(42) Helen Cohan, December 20, 2011 7:28 PM

(41) Anonymous, December 20, 2011 7:21 PM

(40) Anonymous, December 19, 2011 1:53 PM

(39) Robert, December 19, 2011 12:16 AM

(38) Jill Goldberger, December 18, 2011 8:38 PM

(37) Anonymous, December 18, 2011 11:19 AM

(36) Anonymous, December 18, 2011 3:30 AM

(35) me, October 30, 2011 10:49 PM

(34) Sandra, July 20, 2011 10:09 AM

(33) Margaret, July 20, 2011 10:09 AM

(32) Lee, July 20, 2011 10:09 AM

(31) BUNNY, July 20, 2011 10:08 AM

(30) judy, July 20, 2011 10:08 AM

(29) Asher Fine, July 20, 2011 10:07 AM

(28) Michelle, July 20, 2011 10:07 AM

(27) David J Weinberg, July 20, 2011 10:07 AM

(26) Melinwy, July 20, 2011 10:06 AM

(25) georges Hania, July 20, 2011 10:06 AM

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(23) Alejandro Levy, July 20, 2011 10:05 AM

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(13) Steve, July 20, 2011 10:01 AM

(12) Shirley, July 20, 2011 10:01 AM

(11) David S. Levine, July 20, 2011 10:01 AM

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(8) Frisco, July 20, 2011 10:00 AM

(7) sternbuch, July 20, 2011 9:59 AM

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(5) Michel. Montagne, July 20, 2011 9:58 AM

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