Menachem-Froman-Obituary

Rabbi Menachem Froman

Obituary

JERUSALEM (AP) - Rabbi Menachem Froman, an Israeli settler known for his efforts to promote coexistence between Arabs and Jews, has died. He was 68.

His son Shivi Froman said he died Monday after a long illness.

Froman, who served as the rabbi of the West Bank settlement of Tekoa, had ties to many Palestinian leaders. He was an outspoken opponent of attacks by Jewish settlers on mosques. He often visited damaged holy sites with local Palestinian officials. He believed Israelis and Palestinians could live together peacefully.

Froman was a founder of the Gush Emunim movement promoting Israeli settlement of the West Bank. He opposed the removal of Jewish settlers from the area, claiming a sacred biblical connection to the land.

His funeral is scheduled for Tuesday.


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May the god of comfort be a source of strength for your family at this difficult time. 2Corn 1:3, 4. Deepest Sympathy, Sue, Concord, NC

Peace and blessings on you!

May our Father who art in Heaven bring comfort to your family. I pray the Lords blessing on each family member, as God says every Jew are His chosen people. I am a Christian an believe that God will bless and keep this family. Prayers for you all. Lynn Barton

PEACE TO ALL YOUR FAMILY..GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOUR DEAR RABBI..MAY PEACE BE HERE ON EARTH..GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY...

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE WITH OUR GOD...PEACE SHALL PREVAIL SOME DAY.SOMEWAY.SOMEHOW IN GODS HOLY LAND AND ALL OVER THE WORLD..MAY WE ALL LIVE AND LOVE TOGETHER...

We will all be glad when violence will be gone (Isa. 2:4) & we can all be an united human family (Ps. 133:1-3). Pray that his family can have peace & comfort during this time.

How correct Rabbi Menachem was in believing that we can all live together in peace. Very sad he was not able to see that happen. One day this will be the case. Psalm 133:1-3 How good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity.......

My sincere condolence for the loss of Menachem your dear loved one. May your good thoughts of him bring back fond memories. Peace and love to your family and friends, and to the spirit that you show. [email protected]

A man of God, a visionary & peacemaker. May the God of Heaven & Earth comfort & heal his loved ones. Rest now, Rabbi your battle is over. Shalom.........