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(live here) – When the grave of David Bogdanovsky, a Christian IDF soldier who fell in Gaza, was covered with a black cloth by unknown people, the pain became a lever for action. A group of activists called "Group No. 1 in Likud" chose not to stand by and came out with an exciting initiative to hold a respectful memorial ceremony. They asked To prove that remembrance and recognition cross the borders of religion and origin, and that every fallen soldier is respected by the people of Israel - without exception and regardless of religion or origin.

The grave of the late David, covered with a black cloth (Photo: Yulia Bogdanovsky)
The grave of the late David, covered with a black cloth (Photo: Yulia Bogdanovsky)

The human bond created out of shared grief

The story began with the group members' visit to David's mother after his fall, in order to support her and give her a book. The visit became a sensitive and meaningful meeting, during which they were exposed to her deep pain.

Ten months later, when the members of the group were exposed to the article we published in Hai Pa, about covering the grave of the late David with a black cloth, they were shocked by the act and realized that the connection with the family had become a mission - to restore the honor that was trampled under foot.

The grave of IDF soldier David Bogdanovsky the 14th (Photo: Eitan Ofer)
The grave of IDF soldier David Bogdanovsky the 14th (Photo: Eitan Ofer)

Memorial ceremony as resistance to hatred

The group members were not satisfied with a silent protest. They quickly gathered around the grave and led a dignified ceremony that included the recitation of the Kaddish and special prayers for all the martyrs of the IDF, including a special prayer from the Psalms, which is also dedicated to non-Jews, since David Bogdanovsky the 14th was a Christian. This act was intended not only to honor the memory of the late David Bogdanovsky, but also to be a clear message against any attempt to separate and discriminate. They wanted to make it clear that in the national memory, every fallen soldier is part of the common Israeli mosaic.

Not just a gesture - but a strong statement about values

The act of covering the grave was not only seen as an insult to David's memory, but as a violation of the principles of mutual guarantee and unity. The members of the group understood and emphasized that the ceremony is not only a private tribute but a public statement - all fallen must be respected, regardless of origin or religion. They sought to emphasize that appreciation and recognition are supreme values ​​that must be maintained even in times of controversy.

A message of hope in the face of a divided world

The act of remembrance by the members of the group emphasizes that it is with the power of a small initiative to restore respect to those who deserve it and to fight hatred in the ways of unity and love. They wanted to be an example that there is a place for the values ​​of mutual respect even in a divided society, and proved that even in difficult times there are good people who choose to act out of love for humanity.

The importance of the supporting community: Eitan Ofer talks about the group called "the number 1 group in Likud"

The group has members from all over the country and even from abroad, the communication in the group focuses on significant content such as current events and politics. Small meetings and conferences are held, which help connect people even in the physical space and strengthen the sense of belonging and commitment to the community.

Eitan Ofer (personal album)
Eitan Ofer (personal album)

Community - physical meeting as a bridge beyond online interaction

The transition from the virtual conversation to face-to-face meetings creates a stronger connection between the members. Conferences are held in various locations such as shopping malls and cafes, to allow group members to meet and get to know each other in depth. The meetings enable the strengthening of interpersonal relationships that go beyond digital interaction, which increases involvement and active participation.

A routine meeting of "Group No. 1 in Likud" (Photo: Eitan Ofer)
A routine meeting of "Group No. 1 in Likud" (Photo: Eitan Ofer)

Making the group an engine of community action

The group consists mainly of people aged 50 and over, many of whom have a background in the security services. Through a strong spirit of volunteerism, they are mobilized to help in diverse fields - from dealing with emergency situations to cultural and social activities.

The funeral of the late Asher Ya'ish, the late mayor of Tiberias, who died in the summer of 2023 and was buried on Motzash. At short notice, members of the group from all over the country came to Tiberias to honor his memory (Photo: Eitan Ofer)
The funeral of the late Asher Ya'ish, the late mayor of Tiberias, who died in the summer of 2023 and was buried on Motzash. At short notice, members of the group from all over the country came to Tiberias to honor his memory (Photo: Eitan Ofer)

The cooperation with social organizations such as "Yad Ezer Habev" and assistance to the victims of the security systems stands out. Along with this, there is also support for cultural activities, such as encouraging local creators and writers, with an understanding of the importance of spreading culture and knowledge.

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  1. This is a military cemetery and what would those Jewish martyrs, who are buried there, say about copying the grave of their brother in arms?

  2. With all due respect. There is also a limit to democracy. A mind will live in its faith. If the family wants a cross. The grave should not be in a Jewish cemetery. And if they still want a Jewish cemetery. And they are not Jewish, the least is not putting a cross. I didn't understand, they want publicity at the expense of the soldier or to defame the state? Their behavior is very puzzling.

    • It has nothing to do with democracy. One of the main orders of the General Staff states that 'no discrimination between blood and blood'. The barbaric act of covering the soldier's grave is shameful and desecrates the memory of his comrades in arms who are buried at every site in our crazy country. David the 14th fought and fell for the country, it is fitting that this country And those who live in it will honor his memory. For God's sake, where else will you lead us in these Jewish crusades???

  3. The religious talk about "unity" and "hidberot" but we know the truth: according to them there will be unity only when Israel becomes a state of Halacha and hidberot is just another name for repentance. More and more people see through the lies of the religious and as long as the lies, the fraud and the wholesale theft of public funds continue, the hatred for the religious will continue and increase.

  4. The main thing is to dilute the number of leftist Ashkenazim in Israel, as Begin did. Cannon fodder and settlements make no difference between religion, race and gender.

    • The main thing is to send the Arabs of the religion of Moses back to their mother's Kush to the Arab countries for the sea

  5. You exaggerate, after all the coverage of the Samal demonstrations in Horev and Bakhtar, tell me to bring an item about the Likud group.
    Did you turn over?

  6. The number 1 group in Likud led by Eitan Ofer proves once again with actions and not just words that only with unity will we win, keep it up

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