The Moetzas Gedolei Hatorah of Agudas Yisrael convened on Wednesday, 15 Adar-I to discuss recent alarming advances made by the Reform Movement in Israel. The meeting began with words of hesped for the late Erlau Rebbe ZT”L who was niftar this week.

Taking part in the meeting was the Seret-Vishnitz Rebbe Shlita who has been added to the council. The admorim shlita heard a briefing from Kosel Rav Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz who explained the recent events vis-à-vis the egalitarian prayer area without a mechitzah being constructed near the Kosel. It was explained to them that until such time the Minister of Religious Services signs the order, the new area cannot be established.

Some of the chareidi Members of Knesset also briefed the forum to explain the ramifications of the different options available.

Following the 2.5 hour meeting they admorim indicated they will instruct their representatives in Knesset to wage a war against the Reform Movement, which of late enjoyed a number of advances.

Kol Chai Radio reports that “sources” explain that the admorim have reached a decision, but in this case, they feel publicizing it would compromise future actions.

Photo: The attached text was released by the torah council, appearing in chareidi newspapers. It simply speaks of the spiritual dangers we face and the commitment to do everything to eliminate “the evil decree”.

(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)