29:00 This is what the Hizballah hamas Iran are planning, they want the final solution on Israel. it has been known for a long time. now they are really trying to make it happen and convincing people all over the world it is a good idea
Dear Frieda, Thank you for expressing your feelings about the current climate re Zionism, and esp. your reaction to negative personal email messages. Please keep in mind that historically, this is nothing new. Jews have for centuries been blamed, scapegoated, and attacked for all kinds of nonsensical reasons. It's so easy! Do not take it personally, and please continue your wonderful work explaining and familiarizing (whomever tunes in,) via RUclips and your tour biz. It truly providing excellent insights into the Hasidic Jewish community in the USA. Mysel,f a convert to Reform Judaism (6 yrs.) I'm eager to learn about all branches of Judaism, our long history and practices, and of course, very saddened by the ongoing war situation in Israel. I so appreciate your middle-of-the-road approach presented through a personal journey out of orthodoxy, but retaining love of positive aspects of this extreme conservatism. May your journey continue with fruitful results and personal rewards. Thank you!
*Anti-Zionism is the most sustained, broad, ruthless and potentially effective ideological and physical attack on Jews as a collective in the post World War II Era. It is designed to render Jews defenseless and homeless once more. Call it what you will.*
Dear Frida, I am Muslim, PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE THIS VIDEO. I have been watching you for long now, before Oct 7 even, simply so I could better know and understanding Jews and Judaism. I have NEVER been inside an orthodox Jewish home or least of all been part of a shabbat or festive meal, but you had made it possible for me to experience this in some way, and also to enlighten me about Jewish orthodox life. If I may... I'd like to apologize for the terrible injustices, untruths, libel, hate and even violence that many of my people, Muslims, have directed at your co-religionists, including that of Oct 7. May your prayer be accepted, Amen
Just accidentally read your comment and I was impressed. Thank you so much, your comment gives hope that people of different cultures and different faiths may talk and enrich each other instead of horrors that happen today. Thank you ❤ from Jewish woman.
Frieda, you are so strong. So well spoken. So deeply Jewish. I was raised in the Conservative movement. I feel a sisterhood with you that I didn’t think I could feel with an (ex) Satmar. Thank you for your bravery. Kol hakavod.
I just wanted to say how touching your video is. Your humanity shines through. I'm not Jewish and I'm a Catholic but one thing that trumps everything is our humanity. May God bless us all and bring his peace to all. God bless you.
Freida, please continue to speak your heart. I am not Jewish. I am a 73 year old woman. I will listen to this video again and again as it holds so much that I need to learn. Thank you.
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Frieda, I share your visceral love for our country, and I want to offer a different perspective on antisemitism. This may sound counterintuitive, but this deranged flood of Jew hatred, actually thrills me. We were raised with the premise, and it's that one premise that has withstood the test of time, that “ Esav hates Yaacov”. This is not just a biblical assertion, but one that Jean Paul Sarta has called a biological imperative. From a Darwinian perspective Antisemitism makes so much sense! The world is a jungle. And within that jungle there is that one tiny tribe of animal, with the prowess, brains and virility to procure more game than any of the other animals! For centuries, despite the universal and collective hunts against them, this endangered species is still Top Dog. Why are we dismayed, when we are perceived as “White Supremacists” and Privileged? After the holocaust, for a little while, we were so pitied that Antisemitism even went out of vogue. Is that what we want again? Do we ever want to be perceived as passive and weak victims? “I prefer condemnation to consolation,” said Golda Meir, and I agree. Let’s hope that we Jews will continue to convince the world that we are the Chosen. I hope we continue to give them a million reasons to envy and despise us.
@@hozenT.This is some bizarre form of social Darwinism, and is nonsense. Research has shown that in many cases, in the animal world, it’s the animals who are able to cooperate and get along with others that survive best. Your attitude is also racist. And let it be said for the sake of anyone reading this: the vast majority of Jewish people do not agree with this ridiculous set of statements. It’s normal for any group to be proud of its members’ achievements. To advocate for its members to suffer is pathological.
Good imagine living in Israel, and suddenly everyone is calling you a zionist and wanting to cut off your throat. They use this word like it is a bad thing. 50 percent of the Jews around the world live in Israel and are zionist. so those who want zionist dead, want half of the Jews around the world dead. it is antisemitism in disguise
I am a 70 year old “modern orthodox” Jewish mom. I love your videos because you are a generous, beautiful soul. I’m sorry your public path is adding to your personal anguish.
Frieda - my heart breaks for you and for all people who are blamed for tragedies NOT of their making. Your honesty and vulnerability are refreshing. I think that you were right, and very brave, to publish this video and I thank you for it. May God have mercy on us all and may He lead the world to peace.
Insightful, intelligent and difficult reconciling the spiritual with the political. Many people have been forced to confront something very difficult and unjust. Thank you, Frieda, for your eloquent presentation of your thoughts which I wouldn't have been able to do. You are such a precious human being, soul and spirit ♥
I'm a Roman Catholic, wife and mother of 4 children. I love your channel. You do such a good job of explaining and helping me to learn and understand some many aspects of judism and Hasidism.
Hi Frieda I am a 76 y/o Jewish woman from Brooklyn. I was raised by my family to be grateful for America, but to always be aware that antisemitism is always present and at any moment it will rear up. And here it is.
I am a humanist, that is non religious, but I think you video is one of the best explanation of some parts of being Jewish, it helps me understand a little more about Israel and Zionism. Education is always helpful and leads to more human understanding and hopefully peaceful behaviour. Thank you very much for your brave video. I have no biases, your message is so hopeful and honest. Well done.
I really think you misunderstand a Humanist perspective, it takes nothing away from people of any religion our ethics and morals are just as strong as any religion. Why should we declare a hypocritical belief in something we don't truly feel, that does undermine true believers. I believe should their unexpectedly be a god I meet upon death, I think a decent god would judge me on my actions to care and help other humans, not how many hours I didn't spend praying to a god to carry out actions I ought to be helping many religious and non religious people cooperate to create a peaceful and fruitful world for all regardless of belief. Enjoy your religion, I'm very unconcerned about a soul I may or maynot possess. I am extremely concerned about the conditions of life for my fellow human beings. I am concentrating on the here and now and the actions humans can take responsibility for. Life after death is something that can concern me at the time. Any comfort that people obtain from their religion I am all in favour of their are many devote people in many different religions, if they do good not harmful fighting other religions I support their beliefs for them. I'm Humanist and deserve equal respect for my view and actions in the world too. I wish you well and thank you for your concern for my welfare.
Oh Frieda, your thoughtfulness in sharing this heartbreaking situation is so wonderful, so needed. Hate is not innocent or an accident. There is evil, distortion of mind, loss of heart in these people. I'm a Christian who is grateful to God for you. To say as you do, "Here's me, & offer up a prayer in the hope it may be a blessing for all of the lost ones..." I believe God hears this prayer in your humble sincerity & bravery. Love you, Frieda. Barak Hashem.
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and feelings about Israel and what occurred this day a year ago. I have enjoyed your channel and the love you show for all peoples. I am a Catholic, but for many, we are in our hearts, children of God. No matter Jew, Christian, or others. Keep expressing your wonderful messages. Blessings.
This was a beautiful video and we can see your pure heart. Glad you posted it. I can’t believe anyone could ever say anything bad about you. You are a light in these grey times. May the pure souls who passed this year rest in peace knowing we will never forget. ❤🙏❤️
Thank you, Frieda. I’m a 65 year old Christian/spiritual person with a deep respect for the Jewish people who loves your videos. This one was enlightening and so meaningful to me. Try not to listen to the misguided injured and sad people who say ridiculous anti-Semitic things online or in person, as hard as this must be to block out. You are loved and appreciated and your voice is cherished.
Im glad that you found the courage to do this video although it must have demanded a lot from you. Every Jewish voice speaking out is so important and valuable in todays crazy world. Thank you for sharing your heart. Blessings and love from a non-Jewish person from Switzerland.
I can sense your sadness and heaviness. Having met you and been on your tour I know you are a kind, loving person who only seeks to understand and make sense of the world around her. As I am not Jewish it is impossible for me to understand how this past year has been for you. All I can do is hold space and keep you in my heart. You have shared your past and your childhood community with the world and for that I am thankful. Blessings to you, Seth and your family.
I was raised as a "cultural" jew. Because of you and watching your videos, listening to you and your guests, I'm going to services tomorrow. My area only has the Chabad group but it's still interesting and a feel a part of my heritage. Thank you Frieda, please continue your RUclips channel.
Thank you for sharing your feelings and thoughts. I am speechless and deeply disturbed seeing the antisemitism around here in Montréal, Québec. Praying for peace and comfort.
Hello Frieda, Thank you for your reflections on the year since October 7th 23. I am a Christian. One thing I know is that God loves us both. Our help comes from God. I felt inspired to read Psalm 121. So beautiful. Verse 4 says: He that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep and Verse 7 says The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: He shall preserve thy soul. I believe Messiah is coming soon. God bless you.
I listened closely to this video and it struck me very deeply, but from an almost opposite place from where you come from. I am Jewish, born in upstate NY and all I knew about Judaism was that I am Jewish. I have lived in Israel now for 53 yrs. I am in Safed and there are missiles on a daily basis. So we can now defend ourselves, we don't need to cower. I have a lot to write about many of the subjects you mentioned but there are so many things to write I have to get my head together in order to write it down. You call the video 'very raw' which reminded me of your video "Get' which was also raw to the effect that I watched it about 3 times. It is really talent that you can do this on literally global level. It will take me some time to write all the thoughts etc which you evoked in me. I am sure your prayers are efficacious.
@@jhlfsc If I understand you correctly that I moved from Manhattan to Israel, I saw what was happening then and today it has come to be a quotidian reality. Some times in the past I pondered of returning to NYC but at this point in time I don't think there is much of a choice of going any where due to the rampant anti-semitism all over the world.
This is one of the best videos I have ever watched on October 7th. I am so sorry for the hatred. I don't see the the Jewish people in any way but as a people to love and care for them. This breaks my heart your such a lovely person and everyone I have seen on your channel is a blessing to this earth.
I feel your feelings Frieda. Thank you for sharing them. I also had an elevated experience in Meah Shearim last year. I am a modern American orthodox Jew. I was waiting for my son praying in a little stubble nearby, the sun was going down and the night and the stars were rising. Lights came on. The whole street was swarming with frum people rushing, kids, women with strollers, families, siblings. Pastries shops were in full blown, bookstores open. I felt going out of my own body and witnessing an eternal picture. I was in awe and tears started to pour. My soul was shouting: this is where you belong ! This was a first pre-Aliyah sign. This is where we all belong. And if we all do the right thing, Mashiah will finally come. Not when Jews are still glued to America, even if it is my country, I love her and will always be loyal to her.
Hello Frieda, me and my teenage son were in a Williamsburg tour with you about 8 years ago , you left the best impression. Thank you for sharing yor thoughts and your feelings, none of us are the same since Oct 7h. Chazakah Uvrucha!
Frieda, thank you so much for this video, I can imagine how difficult it has been for you. I really love your channel, all the things I am learning from you, be proud to be a Jew, wish I could do something for you and protect you somehow, praying for you and your family, the hostages and Israel, 🔯♥♥♥, big hugs.
I really appreciate your vulnerability in the making of this video. I really hope the message will reach many, many people. As a non-Jewish person, a Christian, seeing the surge of anti semitism after October 7th has been like a waking nightmare, like living through every book and documentary I’ve ever read/seen about the Holocaust. I cannot believe people still hold these beliefs and I cannot even begin to imagine the collective pain the Jewish people must be experiencing. You are all in my thoughts continuously and I will be an ally to you, always. Am Yisrael Chai ❤
Me too, I will be an ally to the jewish community. Your words express my thoughts. Thank you. Feel embraced, dear Frieda! I am a 54 years old German catholic Christian.
thank you for caring about us. love from an israeli jew who just wishes things get better for everyone, no matter religion or side in this bloody conflict.
Well put, I’m totally with you on what you’ve said especially about a waking nightmare. That’s exactly how I’ve felt. I feel we’re all going to wake up and it’s all been a nightmare full of evil. I’m a Christian too Thank you for sharing.
Frieda, i resonate so much with your point about your actions not causing the accidents. I grew up in Williamsburg and every time something tragic happened, out came the announcement cars talking about the 'sheitlach'. My friend and i would be mad, 'don't yell at the women to put on shpitzlach due to a car accident when you don't even allow us to drive. Make an asifa to encourage safe driving'. It drove us berserk
Frieda, thank you so much. I cried a bit after listening to you, because this is exactly how I feel about everything. I feel alone and scared after 7 October 2023. My family comes from the Soviet Union where they survived unimaginable antisemitic horrors. We live in Europe now and for a year, the harassment has been unreal. A few weeks ago, a teen was uncovered who planned an attack on the local Jewish community where my mom works. I'm so heartbroken. The most horrible thing was that in the eyes of many, we as people don't deserve to be treated with dignity and somehow, the core values of the democratic society aren't applying to us. This showed me how quickly our social norms can erode, it just starts with the Jews first. My grandpa's family narrowly escaped the Holocaust and now I try to calm him down that it will be okay because every week he says that "they will come for us". I can't do it anymore 😞 It's hard. Sometimes I think of all these poor hostages and it kills me inside.
I hope you make it to Israel. You can take the birthright trip if nothing else. You will not be alone in Israel even if all the Jews are isolated everywhere else in the world
@@ElmerJones-ws6de Thank you! If nothing else, I'm glad that this option exists. I definitely plan on visiting Israel after the war is over to experience it!
I understand your situation, because often confront the antisemitic Europeans around me. Sometimes I can explain them that Jews are innocent, but not always. Any ways, Jews also have friends in Europe, although it is a minority. The press in Europe is antisemitic, but most governments are not. Thank you for being a Jew, and in that way one of the heroes our time needs.
Do you understand there is anti-muslim and anti-arab sentiment in Europe as well? That is probably bigger than what you are talking about? I mean......do you people only see one side of the question, do you want to victimize yourselves or what? I'm neither jew nor mulsim....in fact, if I were to biased against a group it probably would be muslims....and YET......I can't stand the BIAS behind so many reports on anything jewish/israeli these days. And you are trying to victimize yourself? Really?
Frieda you are a tremendous credit to our people and I want to thank you for continuing to make your videos and share your perspective, as well as other peoples, in spite of the vitriol you face daily. Hashem blessed you with a strong character. You have helped to strengthen countless peoples empathy, understanding, and spiritual selves. Please keep being your wonderful self.
Oh wow Frieda, you actually went there. You brave and cherished child of G-D. Thank you for your address to us on this day. I am a Christian, with strong Jewish connections, and the events of the past year have shocked me to my core. Please, dear one, take heart. I wish I could give you a hug.
Sending you big hugs. You really don't deserve the negative comments and hate. Hoping one day everybody has so much love inside them that it's all they can share. ❤
💖💙💖💙💖💙💖. Thank you so much for this video. I am grateful you made it public. It's heart felt and brings understanding of who you are and where you came from. Thank you for sharing so deeply. 💙💖💙💖💙💖💙
Thank you Frieda. This is such a meaningful video for me, thanks you for putting it out. You express so well the many feelings and experiences that we are having, the complex web of Jewish family experiences and side by side ideas. I haven't managed to read so much on this Oct 7 anniversary, so painful, but I was able to look at your video all the way through, it helped me so much.
Frida, your video has evoked a lot of thought and ,of course, also emotion so deep that i cannot find voice for them. i love you and my prayer is as yours for peace and good in this world...which unfortunately does require that we recognize what is the opposite of that and not let it go unnoticed
Thank you for doing this. I am a Christian who has always had a heart for Israel and the Jewish people. This is a subject that needs to be spoken about and your perspective is important. Thank you for your raw heart and honesty.
Frieda, thank you. I wish I was closer so I could give you a big hug and we could gently shed tears together. I do not understand this “baby killer” image you kept repeating about the Jewish people. As a Christian, I was never taught or shown this but was shown that G-D’s chosen people were always under threat and mistreated even before Jesus was born. After the “invasion” last year, unrest broke out on our university campus. I wanted to go to the Hillel House to show my support. I had to walk through Muslims calling me names and had police protection to get closer to the building. I explained why I wanted to enter and the police got me closer to the entrance and the intercom and then was granted access into the building by those inside. I was kindly spoken with and offered a chair in a room where I think everyone might have been Jewish (except me.). I was offered tea which a woman brought to me and we talked. She said I would never be allowed to enter a synagogue during this war because of heightened security (& you taught me and I was allowed in in June!). And then they seated an elderly male next to me and introduced him as a Holocaust survivor and I saw his tattoo and wept. HOW can the world continue to hate like this? I am really struggling with Islamic followers at the moment- how with their violence towards Jews and Christians can I even like them let alone love them? And I watch a video from Frieda with gentleness and hope and I need to step back and my heart needs to do another summersault. PLEASE keep doing what you are doing. As someone else said, that GET one….. G-D gave you a very special gift; thank you for sharing it with so many of us who choose to listen and learn; change and grow.
Frieda I am SO SORRY to hear what people are writing to you!! I LOVE your channel!! My husband is Jewish (I am not, yet) and I stand with you and your well- thought out ideas and perspective. I stand with Israel and the Jewish people and also mourn the loss of the innocent life on both sides.
Wow, what a poignant broadcast. I'm so glad you published it. It explained many areas that I didn't understand prior. I too have been absolutely shocked by words and behavior after October 7th. You bring understanding to so many and I personally thank you for it.
Frieda, you’ve done such important work this last year. By telling your story you are fighting antisemitism in a peaceful way. When we hear each other’s stories it leads to understanding. May God bless you on your continuing journey.
It was good that you expressed your thoughts and feelings the way you did. There wasn't anything wrong with it. You sounded so good as you are. I'm thankful to hear you.❤
Relatively few people can create a lot of nastiness in the comment section. I understand your shock, and comments like these and the anti-Semitic rallies in Europe have shocked me, too. They are a small minority, but we do have to speak out so that they remain a minority. Thank you for making this video!
Thank you for being courageous enough to speak. I cannot imagine your internal struggle. There is the innocent voice of the child who had certain beliefs inculturated into her vs the voice of the adult, no longer innocent, who questions. I have never lived any part of the Hasidic experience. I believe one of the Mysteries of life is that God gave every human being free will. Self determination is a form of exercising what God has given us. I see Israel as a maturation in which some Jews have chosen to take responsibility for their life & step away from victimhood. I believe that we have no choice about being a victim as a child. As an adult if we are still being victims we have volunteered. I am learning a lot from watching your channel. I learn a lot about myself as I watch my personal reactions to some of what I see. Please keep offering us your experience & your point of view.
Frieda, you are not alone. I agree with you in so many ways! I felt the same way about Israel when I went there 10 years ago for the first time. Keep being you!
Dear Frieda thank you for your explanation of the historic Hasidic approach to Israel. It fleshed out the picture so commonly used. Your honesty and feelings are valid and most welcome. You are brave and a beautiful soul. I am reminded of a saying I have heard for years “the Jews are the people the world loves to hate.” Sad but true. Let us thank Hashem for the strength we have been given to carry on and be a good and creative people. You are an example of this gift. ב״ה
Frieda, having just returned from Israel (as a Christian, to support our Jewish friends), the world has no idea the pain and suffering and resilience of Jewish people in Israel. Keep posting, your views, people need to know what the mainstream media will not share.🙏❤️🇮🇱✝️
You are not a Christian. You cannot claim the be a Christian and also support the mass murder and the genocide of the people that used to be the israelites.
Revelation 2;9 and 3;9... John 8;44..... The 3rd Oldest Christian Church in the World is Located in Gaza Palestine.. St Pophyrious Orthodox Church, Dating back to 425 C E.
I fell on your channel by chance and I am happy I did and was able to watch this video. Thank you for making it and sharing it and please keep it up here. People need to hear your words. It is extremely difficult presently given all the hate and polarization and silencing that we are witnessing which only compounds the pain, suffering and trauma. But please know that there are non-jews myself included who share the deep concern over the alarming levels of anti-Semitism we are witnessing. Anti-Semitism or any other form of hate is NEVER an acceptable response to anything, period. Know you are not alone and we are with you in praying for a more peaceful new year for all 🙏🤗.
What’s happening in the US is a major reason why my husband and I are talking about moving to Eretz Yisrael. The first time I visited Israel still lives inside me today as if it was yesterday. The connection to our homeland is very strong. Am Yisrael Chai
@laylah150 True. It's so funny when white European people like this Pilar and the author of this channel call Palestine their "homeland". Did they look in the mirror?
Freida, your honesty and authenticity is greatly appreciated. I have the same questions and shock and sadness and desperation as you do. I think there are many of us.
Thank you Frieda. You echo so clearly the way I feel and so often feel too silenced to express. I'm sure so many others feel likewise. I'm sorry I missed getting to NYC and meeting you. All my love ❤✡️
I am a Christian. And want you to know that both you and the Jewish people are deeply loved. You are not alone. Lean on us - we’ve got you and are standing with you
Did you hear that something is happening in Gaza right now? Did you hear about Nakba? Supporting so-called "l$ra€I" now is even worse than supporting Germany during WWII.
Dear Frieda, Thank you for making, but especially for sharing, your video. It spoke to me on so many levels and I was deeply moved. The nuance you offered brought home another way of just how complicated all of this is. May you be safe. May you be blessed.
Hi Frieda, hate is such an incorrigible emotion. As long as there are people there will be hate. Shocking as it is, unfortunately it's a fact. Love your videos, they are so interesting. Keep going. With love from an 'uncategorizable' Jewess from South Africa. G-d bless.
Dear Frieda, Iam a Christian from Germany. I Love your Channel and I learned a lot from you. Always remember - the World hates you as a jew because the World hates the God , who chose you and your people. The God of Abraham, Isaak and Jacob and your God and mine. I pray for you and your people and we stand by your side. May Hashem bless you and keep you.
So, WHY aren't you sharing your faith and the TRUE GOSPEL of CHRIST JESUS with your "Dear friend" Frieda ?! YESHUA HAMASHIACH IS THE ONLY JEWISH MESSIAH; WITHOUT HIM THEY ARE LOST.
@@HeikeMaihofer-ov9cz BS. God doesn't ask us to stand the side of Israel. What are you, crazy? Love demands we side with truth and ALL those who suffer. You think the Palestians deserve any less love, and you call yourself a christian??
I cannot imagine what you and other Jews have been through this year. As an outsider looking in, I'm appalled at the hatred. I have never understood why one group is so vilified. What is happening worldwide and in our U.S. cities is frightening; it sickens me. It sickens me that you've been bullied with such hateful comments. Thank you for bravely sharing your thoughts and heartfelt emotions. I support you and all Jews.
Thankyou, Frieda, none of this is a mistake, and please don’t delete it. We need you. It’s horrifying. I cannot believe in my lifetime I’m seeing pogroms and antisemitism. I cannot believe the ‘left’ are responsible for some of this. My head is spinning. I have no idea how you must feel. We are in scary times. Some of us do want to do something, but what? For you, do NOT let them stop you doing your valuable work. It’s reaching around the world (I am in Australia). For me, as a history teacher, I will use my skills to stand with Israel and against this new antisemitism rebranded in the language of Zionism. So much love to you and yours, Frieda. Be safe and keep doing your work, it is so valuable
Freida, my heart breaks listening to this video. The depth of your feelings is emblematic of the way we are supposed feel about fellow human beings. Your pain, so evident in your words, that people can feel this way is not naive but it is child-like in the best way in that it is a prayer for a better world that still does not exist. In the Christian Bible Matthew chapter 18, verse 3 recounts Jesus telling his adult followers “Truly I say to you, unless you change and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven.” It was recounted that Ronal Reagan once said that if it wasn’t for women, men would still be wearing loin cloths. Women are the civilizers in civilization and your pain reflects thats. I’ve been an admirer of you and what you’re about. You are a bridge builder in so many ways. Thank you for this video. “May the Lord bestow favor on you, and grant you peace.”
As a Christian from Canada 🇨🇦 I had the privilege of traveling to the Holy Land, the places I visited opened my eyes and heart to the Jewish people, the hatred that has been imposed on them for being a Jew I cannot comprehend. My heart is heavy on this anniversary for all the loved ones loss, I pray Israel will be victorious over the evil, the world cannot turn its back on the Jewish people another time. Thank you for sharing. Shalom.
Dear Frieda, thank you for opening up so personally on such a sensitive topic. I’m so thankful I stumbled upon your channel years ago. You’ve allowed me to feel deeply intrigued, inspired & compassionate for the varying aspects of Jewish experiences, history and heritage. Much love & appreciation from a non Jewish girl with Turkish roots. ❤
Dear Frieda, your channel has brought to our homes the Hasidic Jewish culture. Coming from a Catholic family I've enjoyed learning about the orthodox Jewish faith and culture. Some years back I did the same with Islam and muslim cultures. I found more similarity between these two than I did with Catholic faith and practice. Once you've grown up with a faith then it's hard to shake it off and I haven't succeeded entirely. But that famous orthodox Jew who initiated the Catholic faith taught me a few Jewish lessons: firstly, to respect all my neighbours, and secondly not to kill anyone. Despite having dropped Catholicism over fifty years ago, I've retained these two principles and an understanding of why religion is important to many humans. Going to Israel would be very special to me too but for different reasons. After the second World War, I guess the world felt a great sympathy for Jews once the Holocaust was uncovered. How could you not? Being born in England in 1956 then I heard stories from Polish Catholic immigrants. What confused me was that some Poles would say the word "Żyd" [Jew] in a tone of voice that didn't sound respectful; this is the only word for Jew in Polish. It was only when I grew up that I learnt about the widespread anti-semitism across Europe for centuries. It seemed illogical to me since Jesus was a Jew and so I couldn't fathom it. It's only recently that I've filled in some gaps in my knowledge. Learning about Hasidic Jews does make sense to me if you follow the faith. Being anti-Zionist makes sense if you believe what God told his people. Were I a Hasidic Jew then I too would feel that returning to Israel before it was time would be a mistake. I too would believe that such a philosophy is based on a loss of faith. I would expect, as a religious Jew, to anger God (again) and would be expecting (double the) retribution. If you've moved away from this logic then it sounds like you've adopted a more secular mind-set rather than what you were taught. But feelings can overcome logic and so I understand your confusion. The reality of Israel is hard to ignore, even if you've been brought up in an enclosed community. As a person who feels a connection with Christianity, Judaism and Islam but has few religious beliefs (which is why I'm currently a British Quaker) I must largely use my sense of fair play to assess the situation in the Middle East. Yes, it was terrible for the Palestinians to be kicked out of half their land in 1948 (thanks to Britain) in order to give the remaining Jewish population a chance to have a country in which they could live. The terrors of the second World War were so awful that the victors could not ignore any further arguments about Jews needing a safe place to live. So the Zionist won the argument, even though it made no sense religiously. With that came the promise from the victors to defend their decision, despite local objections. This was hardly surprising. What I do find is surprising is that the very people who suffered so much at the hands of the Nazis would adopt an agressive attitude toward their neighbours. I can understand arguments about "self-defence" but I cannot understand taking land allocated to the Palestinians, which even the UN has condemned as unlawful. Neither do I understand how killing 1700 Jews on October 7th justifies killing 43,000 Palestinians in what the world is beginning to call a genocide of the Palestinians by the Israelis. This is an unbelievable irony. It's no surprise to me that people around the world, seeing the enormous power and resources of Israel being used to grab land and take Palestinian lives at the drop of a hat, start to see the Israelis as villains. When the balance of power is so skewed then support for the underdog is bound to be ignited - just as it was for the Jews after the second World War ended. When you add these people to those who are already anti-semitic and know little to nothing about Jewish issues then it explains the rapid increase in hate mail that you've experienced. WE know that you, of all people, don't deserve it. Unfortunately angry people make few distinctions. In more recent years the Poles in Britain became a targeted group, for the first time ever since the War, simply because of xenophobic feelings about Europeans flooding Britain. For the first time ever I felt uncomfortable having a Polish heritage. It ended in Britain exiting Europe, to my great dissapointment. Proof that I live in a xenophobic country, despite appearances. Isn't the definition of a "country" a group of "citizens" who live in a geographical area and are expected to protect its borders from "foreigners"? Maybe that's why Hasidic Jews are pacifist people, like myself; because having a country means being prepared to kill your "neighbour". A visonary Jew once declared that our "neighbour" isn't someone who shares a similar background, or lives nearby, but one who shows compassion and mercy to others. Your are full of compassion and mercy to your own kind Frieda. Now it's time to extend that to your neighbours.
there's a really good reason why you can't understand the hatred there's a saying "they will always tell you what happened to them, but they will never tell you why"
Dear Edward, While Palestinian Arabs did suffer in 1948, many of them stayed and still live in Israel with full rights, 2 million of them. But those that fought - Israelis fought back. Britain did not "give" Jews a "safe place". Jews de-colonized their ancestral homeland, which was taken away from them. They did allow any peaceful non-Jew to stay. Keep in mind the Zionist argument makes perfect sense religiously, just not for the Satmar sect of Judaism. Millions of religious Orthodox & Ultra Orthodox Jews live in Israel. Being a Quaker, you might be surprised by force, and think Israelis are agressive. The thing is, Gaza's Palestinians invaded on October 7, murdered hundreds of innocents. Israel tried for peace many times, in fact, it left the Gaza strip completely 19 years ago - expelled all Jews. But then, Islamist Hamas won the elections there. What did Hamas do? Continued firing rockets on Israel. Imagine smacking the guy who just gave you a gift - an independent state. On October 7, it was a whole other level. So what you percieve as "agressive attitude" from a nice western country, is just Israel having no choice but to protect itself, not from foreigners - but from murderers. That is - against a murderous ideology that the West just has not had for decades now. Islamism won't rest until all Jews are killed, then coming for Christians & others. So in fact, Israel GAVE Palestinians Gaza, the exact opposite of took it. But they returned the favor with more attacks & bloodshed. What would you do, Edward? One last point - Israel shouldn't apologize for its priority - it values life & prosperity. So, it invests money in protection of its citizens, like Iron Dome, on top of an advanced military. Why has Hamas not invested in bomb shelters, but terror tunnels to attack Israel, hide its members, & rockets? Because they value killing us above even their own wellbeing. So this isn't a cruel game of dead body counting - the Allies killed much more than the Axis on WW2 - the Allies still fought evil. Israel must make sure it won't happen again.
Thank you for listening to your heart and publishing your thoughts and this journey. This last year is incredibly complicated and horrifically sad. There are no clear or easy answers. May G.od keep you and everyone involved safe in His care.
I am so thankful that you had such a wonderful trip and got back before you found out about the terrible October 7th horror. I am not a jew, but I too feel the fear, that any one who loves the G-d of the Bible is hated. As an American who sees my nation supporting antisemitic actions in schools. We think we can side step this conflict but it is now. I am so thankful that you shared your thoughts. I am so repentant for every person who would send you a beautiful lady, hate, shame, blame. You are the light, we are just in the dark darkness.
Thank you for this video. I appreciate so much the thoughtfulness and courage that went into making this video. Everything surrounding the tragedy you speak to is complicated and difficult to wrap one’s head around. I believe that listening to the different perspectives and experiences surrounding this, keeping the dialogue open is the only way to keep our hearts that way. Thank you for sharing your perspective and your story. ❤
Dear Frieda, I am deeply concerned and shocked since 7th october 23. Day after day I pray for the jewish community. May the Traumas be healed, may the each family recover, may Israel get wisdom reach stable peace! Be blessed, dear Frieda! I am German.
Thank you Frieda, for sharing your heart with us. I am also shocked by the surge of antisemitism in the USA. It makes me sick to my stomach! My husband and I pray every single day for the Jewish people around the world. Our heart's desire is to go to Israel someday and to see with our own eyes that beautiful land. I love your channel, and please know that we support you, and you and tour people are not forgotten! Shalom in His name.
I am very glad you opened your heart and your voice to speak your mind. We. As Jewish people must never stand down.. there will always be antisemitism. We are not a liked tribe. Israel has the right to exist. So does Zionism. So does peace.
Thanks for posting this, I appreciate that you were open about how uncomfortable this was. I continue to feel strongly on free speech but this video resonated emotionally about the normalization of Jew hardred under the guise of anti-zionism by the hoy-paloy.
First of all, thank you for posting your thoughts- I can only tell you that it helps to hear the care and consideration you speak with on this topic. Because today was Oct 7 I struggled a lot to be on social media, feeling (similarly to a sentiment you expressed) like I HAD to say something, anything, to fight the tide of misunderstanding and hatred that I've been seeing online for the past year (often from ppl I have known for a long time) In the end I did post. I'm not sure what good will come of it but, at least watching your video now I feel less alone because of it. Thanks Frieda
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thank you!
29:00 This is what the Hizballah hamas Iran are planning, they want the final solution on Israel. it has been known for a long time. now they are really trying to make it happen and convincing people all over the world it is a good idea
Dear Frieda, Thank you for expressing your feelings about the current climate re Zionism, and esp. your reaction to negative personal email messages. Please keep in mind that historically, this is nothing new. Jews have for centuries been blamed, scapegoated, and attacked for all kinds of nonsensical reasons. It's so easy! Do not take it personally, and please continue your wonderful work explaining and familiarizing (whomever tunes in,) via RUclips and your tour biz. It truly providing excellent insights into the Hasidic Jewish community in the USA. Mysel,f a convert to Reform Judaism (6 yrs.) I'm eager to learn about all branches of Judaism, our long history and practices, and of course, very saddened by the ongoing war situation in Israel. I so appreciate your middle-of-the-road approach presented through a personal journey out of orthodoxy, but retaining love of positive aspects of this extreme conservatism. May your journey continue with fruitful results and personal rewards. Thank you!
*Anti-Zionism is the most sustained, broad, ruthless and potentially effective ideological and physical attack on Jews as a collective in the post World War II Era. It is designed to render Jews defenseless and homeless once more. Call it what you will.*
Uh look at my Retro-Mario prop in the book shelf, I am such a gamer, g()y!
Dear Frida, I am Muslim, PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE THIS VIDEO. I have been watching you for long now, before Oct 7 even, simply so I could better know and understanding Jews and Judaism. I have NEVER been inside an orthodox Jewish home or least of all been part of a shabbat or festive meal, but you had made it possible for me to experience this in some way, and also to enlighten me about Jewish orthodox life. If I may... I'd like to apologize for the terrible injustices, untruths, libel, hate and even violence that many of my people, Muslims, have directed at your co-religionists, including that of Oct 7. May your prayer be accepted, Amen
Just accidentally read your comment and I was impressed.
Thank you so much, your comment gives hope that people of different cultures and different faiths may talk and enrich each other instead of horrors that happen today. Thank you ❤ from Jewish woman.
Thank you so much for this comment.
Thank you for your comment, it restores my hope that also Islam has loving and peace seeking people 🙏❤
Beautiful ❤
May God bless you with His peace 🕊 and salvation.
Thank you sir
Frieda, you are so strong. So well spoken. So deeply Jewish. I was raised in the Conservative movement. I feel a sisterhood with you that I didn’t think I could feel with an (ex) Satmar. Thank you for your bravery. Kol hakavod.
Frieda you are a highly evolved spiritual person who understands suffering and rising to be compassionate. Thank you for doing this video
I just wanted to say how touching your video is. Your humanity shines through. I'm not Jewish and I'm a Catholic but one thing that trumps everything is our humanity. May God bless us all and bring his peace to all. God bless you.
Thank you, Frieda. Words have power, and yours are powerful. You are a blessing.
Freida, please continue to speak your heart. I am not Jewish. I am a 73 year old woman. I will listen to this video again and again as it holds so much that I need to learn. Thank you.
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Frieda, I share your visceral love for our country, and I want to offer a different perspective on antisemitism. This may sound counterintuitive, but this deranged flood of Jew hatred, actually thrills me.
We were raised with the premise, and it's that one premise that has withstood the test of time, that “ Esav hates Yaacov”. This is not just a biblical assertion, but one that Jean Paul Sarta has called a biological imperative.
From a Darwinian perspective Antisemitism makes so much sense!
The world is a jungle. And within that jungle there is that one tiny tribe of animal, with the prowess, brains and virility to procure more game than any of the other animals! For centuries, despite the universal and collective hunts against them, this endangered species is still Top Dog.
Why are we dismayed, when we are perceived as “White Supremacists” and Privileged?
After the holocaust, for a little while, we were so pitied that Antisemitism even went out of vogue. Is that what we want again? Do we ever want to be perceived as passive and weak victims? “I prefer condemnation to consolation,” said Golda Meir, and I agree.
Let’s hope that we Jews will continue to convince the world that we are the Chosen. I hope we continue to give them a million reasons to envy and despise us.
@@hozenT.This is some bizarre form of social Darwinism, and is nonsense. Research has shown that in many cases, in the animal world, it’s the animals who are able to cooperate and get along with others that survive best. Your attitude is also racist.
And let it be said for the sake of anyone reading this: the vast majority of Jewish people do not agree with this ridiculous set of statements. It’s normal for any group to be proud of its members’ achievements. To advocate for its members to suffer is pathological.
Yes! @mariannemansfiels7652 you have put into words what I felt but didn't know how to say.
Good imagine living in Israel, and suddenly everyone is calling you a zionist and wanting to cut off your throat. They use this word like it is a bad thing. 50 percent of the Jews around the world live in Israel and are zionist. so those who want zionist dead, want half of the Jews around the world dead. it is antisemitism in disguise
Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing this with us. My heart goes out to you and all who affected in this war.
I am a 70 year old “modern orthodox” Jewish mom. I love your videos because you are a generous, beautiful soul. I’m sorry your public path is adding to your personal anguish.
Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability. This is so painful for so many people. I appreciate your openness. Shalom.❤❤❤
Frieda - my heart breaks for you and for all people who are blamed for tragedies NOT of their making. Your honesty and vulnerability are refreshing. I think that you were right, and very brave, to publish this video and I thank you for it. May God have mercy on us all and may He lead the world to peace.
Insightful, intelligent and difficult reconciling the spiritual with the political. Many people have been forced to confront something very difficult and unjust. Thank you, Frieda, for your eloquent presentation of your thoughts which I wouldn't have been able to do. You are such a precious human being, soul and spirit ♥
You are a blessing and your videos bring so many people a clearer understanding of your heritage and your faith.
I'm a Roman Catholic, wife and mother of 4 children. I love your channel. You do such a good job of explaining and helping me to learn and understand some many aspects of judism and Hasidism.
Hi Frieda
I am a 76 y/o Jewish woman from Brooklyn. I was raised by my family to be grateful for America, but to always be aware that antisemitism is always present and at any moment it will rear up. And here it is.
I am a humanist, that is non religious, but I think you video is one of the best explanation of some parts of being Jewish, it helps me understand a little more about Israel and Zionism. Education is always helpful and leads to more human understanding and hopefully peaceful behaviour. Thank you very much for your brave video. I have no biases, your message is so hopeful and honest. Well done.
Humanists are LOST without KNOWING the TRUE MESSIAH & CREATOR of ALL Humanity. CHRIST JESUS IS THE MESSIAH & LORD and SAVIOR OF ALL mankind.
I really think you misunderstand a Humanist perspective, it takes nothing away from people of any religion our ethics and morals are just as strong as any religion. Why should we declare a hypocritical belief in something we don't truly feel, that does undermine true believers. I believe should their unexpectedly be a god I meet upon death, I think a decent god would judge me on my actions to care and help other humans, not how many hours I didn't spend praying to a god to carry out actions I ought to be helping many religious and non religious people cooperate to create a peaceful and fruitful world for all regardless of belief. Enjoy your religion, I'm very unconcerned about a soul I may or maynot possess. I am extremely concerned about the conditions of life for my fellow human beings. I am concentrating on the here and now and the actions humans can take responsibility for. Life after death is something that can concern me at the time. Any comfort that people obtain from their religion I am all in favour of their are many devote people in many different religions, if they do good not harmful fighting other religions I support their beliefs for them. I'm Humanist and deserve equal respect for my view and actions in the world too. I wish you well and thank you for your concern for my welfare.
Oh Frieda, your thoughtfulness in sharing this heartbreaking situation is so wonderful, so needed. Hate is not innocent or an accident. There is evil, distortion of mind, loss of heart in these people. I'm a Christian who is grateful to God for you. To say as you do, "Here's me, & offer up a prayer in the hope it may be a blessing for all of the lost ones..." I believe God hears this prayer in your humble sincerity & bravery. Love you, Frieda. Barak Hashem.
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and feelings about Israel and what occurred this day a year ago. I have enjoyed your channel and the love you show for all peoples. I am a Catholic, but for many, we are in our hearts, children of God. No matter Jew, Christian, or others. Keep expressing your wonderful messages. Blessings.
You know nothing about Catholicism apparently
This was a beautiful video and we can see your pure heart. Glad you posted it. I can’t believe anyone could ever say anything bad about you. You are a light in these grey times. May the pure souls who passed this year rest in peace knowing we will never forget. ❤🙏❤️
Thank you, Frieda. I’m a 65 year old Christian/spiritual person with a deep respect for the Jewish people who loves your videos. This one was enlightening and so meaningful to me. Try not to listen to the misguided injured and sad people who say ridiculous anti-Semitic things online or in person, as hard as this must be to block out. You are loved and appreciated and your voice is cherished.
So, WHY aren't you sharing the TRUE GOSPEL of CHRIST JESUS; The REDEEMER & SAVIOR of ALL Mankind. The HEBREW NAME IS: YESHUA HAMASHIACH
@@Diligent-dp7gi true but he won't return.
Im glad that you found the courage to do this video although it must have demanded a lot from you. Every Jewish voice speaking out is so important and valuable in todays crazy world. Thank you for sharing your heart. Blessings and love from a non-Jewish person from Switzerland.
I can sense your sadness and heaviness. Having met you and been on your tour I know you are a kind, loving person who only seeks to understand and make sense of the world around her. As I am not Jewish it is impossible for me to understand how this past year has been for you. All I can do is hold space and keep you in my heart. You have shared your past and your childhood community with the world and for that I am thankful. Blessings to you, Seth and your family.
I was raised as a "cultural" jew. Because of you and watching your videos, listening to you and your guests, I'm going to services tomorrow. My area only has the Chabad group but it's still interesting and a feel a part of my heritage. Thank you Frieda, please continue your RUclips channel.
Love is stronger than hate. Love always wins. Be courageous. You have more support than enemies.❤
Thanks so much for reminding us of that. As a Jew I really appreciate this comment. It gives me strength and hope. ❤️
Frieda, your comments are 100% spot on. Thank you for making and posting this important video. G’mar Chatimah Tovah.
This bravery of yours to be publicly vulnerable is beyond amazing, Frieda. Wish you all the best. Greetings from Germany
Thank you for sharing your feelings and thoughts. I am speechless and deeply disturbed seeing the antisemitism around here in Montréal, Québec. Praying for peace and comfort.
Thank you for so much history and being so vulnerable. You are doing the right thing. No one should hate, it is not our place. Be safe and healthy.
Hello Frieda,
Thank you for your reflections on the year since October 7th 23. I am a Christian. One thing I know is that God loves us both.
Our help comes from God. I felt inspired to read Psalm 121. So beautiful. Verse 4 says: He that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep and Verse 7 says The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: He shall preserve thy soul.
I believe Messiah is coming soon.
God bless you.
Like the comment but no messiah will come to save us. It's just a metaphor.
I listened closely to this video and it struck me very deeply, but from an almost opposite place from where you come from. I am Jewish, born in upstate NY and all I knew about Judaism was that I am Jewish. I have lived in Israel now for 53 yrs. I am in Safed and there are missiles on a daily basis. So we can now defend ourselves, we don't need to cower. I have a lot to write about many of the subjects you mentioned but there are so many things to write I have to get my head together in order to write it down. You call the video 'very raw' which reminded me of your video "Get' which was also raw to the effect that I watched it about 3 times. It is really talent that you can do this on literally global level. It will take me some time to write all the thoughts etc which you evoked in me. I am sure your prayers are efficacious.
I found it raw and profound like "Get" as well.
Efficacious
Why would you EVER leave a place where you are free to be Jewish in safety and purposely move to put you and God forbid your family in danger?!
Yeah, stealing land from palestinans is so profound, I see . How nice and warm living in stolen homes .
@@jhlfsc If I understand you correctly that I moved from Manhattan to Israel, I saw what was happening then and today it has come to be a quotidian reality. Some times in the past I pondered of returning to NYC but at this point in time I don't think there is much of a choice of going any where due to the rampant anti-semitism all over the world.
This is one of the best videos I have ever watched on October 7th. I am so sorry for the hatred. I don't see the the Jewish people in any way but as a people to love and care for them. This breaks my heart your such a lovely person and everyone I have seen on your channel is a blessing to this earth.
I feel your feelings Frieda. Thank you for sharing them. I also had an elevated experience in Meah Shearim last year. I am a modern American orthodox Jew. I was waiting for my son praying in a little stubble nearby, the sun was going down and the night and the stars were rising. Lights came on. The whole street was swarming with frum people rushing, kids, women with strollers, families, siblings. Pastries shops were in full blown, bookstores open. I felt going out of my own body and witnessing an eternal picture. I was in awe and tears started to pour. My soul was shouting: this is where you belong ! This was a first pre-Aliyah sign. This is where we all belong. And if we all do the right thing, Mashiah will finally come. Not when Jews are still glued to America, even if it is my country, I love her and will always be loyal to her.
Hello Frieda, me and my teenage son were in a Williamsburg tour with you about 8 years ago , you left the best impression. Thank you for sharing yor thoughts and your feelings, none of us are the same since Oct 7h. Chazakah Uvrucha!
Thank you for sharing with us. You have educated me on these issues that I have never understood before. You are a blessing to me.
Courageous and powerful. Thank you❤
Frieda, thank you so much for this video, I can imagine how difficult it has been for you. I really love your channel, all the things I am learning from you, be proud to be a Jew, wish I could do something for you and protect you somehow, praying for you and your family, the hostages and Israel, 🔯♥♥♥, big hugs.
Thank you Frieda. It’s such a complex issue you are trying to cover. You did it marveolusly. Sending lot’s of love as a non-Jew.
Thank you so much for sharing your heart. I am so deeply grieved for all the suffering.
I really appreciate your vulnerability in the making of this video. I really hope the message will reach many, many people. As a non-Jewish person, a Christian, seeing the surge of anti semitism after October 7th has been like a waking nightmare, like living through every book and documentary I’ve ever read/seen about the Holocaust. I cannot believe people still hold these beliefs and I cannot even begin to imagine the collective pain the Jewish people must be experiencing. You are all in my thoughts continuously and I will be an ally to you, always. Am Yisrael Chai ❤
Me too, I will be an ally to the jewish community.
Your words express my thoughts. Thank you.
Feel embraced, dear Frieda!
I am a 54 years old German catholic Christian.
Well said! 💐💐
Thank you for your kind thoughts ❤
thank you for caring about us. love from an israeli jew who just wishes things get better for everyone, no matter religion or side in this bloody conflict.
Well put, I’m totally with you on what you’ve said especially about a waking nightmare. That’s exactly how I’ve felt. I feel we’re all going to wake up and it’s all been a nightmare full of evil. I’m a Christian too Thank you for sharing.
Bless you Frieda! You did wonderfully and always do! You have such a loving spirit from God!
Frieda, i resonate so much with your point about your actions not causing the accidents. I grew up in Williamsburg and every time something tragic happened, out came the announcement cars talking about the 'sheitlach'. My friend and i would be mad, 'don't yell at the women to put on shpitzlach due to a car accident when you don't even allow us to drive. Make an asifa to encourage safe driving'. It drove us berserk
Thank you Frieda . You are so wise
Frieda, thank you so much. I cried a bit after listening to you, because this is exactly how I feel about everything. I feel alone and scared after 7 October 2023. My family comes from the Soviet Union where they survived unimaginable antisemitic horrors. We live in Europe now and for a year, the harassment has been unreal. A few weeks ago, a teen was uncovered who planned an attack on the local Jewish community where my mom works. I'm so heartbroken. The most horrible thing was that in the eyes of many, we as people don't deserve to be treated with dignity and somehow, the core values of the democratic society aren't applying to us. This showed me how quickly our social norms can erode, it just starts with the Jews first. My grandpa's family narrowly escaped the Holocaust and now I try to calm him down that it will be okay because every week he says that "they will come for us". I can't do it anymore 😞 It's hard. Sometimes I think of all these poor hostages and it kills me inside.
I hope you make it to Israel. You can take the birthright trip if nothing else. You will not be alone in Israel even if all the Jews are isolated everywhere else in the world
@@ElmerJones-ws6de Thank you! If nothing else, I'm glad that this option exists. I definitely plan on visiting Israel after the war is over to experience it!
I understand your situation, because often confront the antisemitic Europeans around me. Sometimes I can explain them that Jews are innocent, but not always. Any ways, Jews also have friends in Europe, although it is a minority. The press in Europe is antisemitic, but most governments are not. Thank you for being a Jew, and in that way one of the heroes our time needs.
Do you understand there is anti-muslim and anti-arab sentiment in Europe as well? That is probably bigger than what you are talking about? I mean......do you people only see one side of the question, do you want to victimize yourselves or what? I'm neither jew nor mulsim....in fact, if I were to biased against a group it probably would be muslims....and YET......I can't stand the BIAS behind so many reports on anything jewish/israeli these days. And you are trying to victimize yourself? Really?
Frieda you are a tremendous credit to our people and I want to thank you for continuing to make your videos and share your perspective, as well as other peoples, in spite of the vitriol you face daily. Hashem blessed you with a strong character. You have helped to strengthen countless peoples empathy, understanding, and spiritual selves. Please keep being your wonderful self.
Oh wow Frieda, you actually went there. You brave and cherished child of G-D. Thank you for your address to us on this day.
I am a Christian, with strong Jewish connections, and the events of the past year have shocked me to my core.
Please, dear one, take heart. I wish I could give you a hug.
Sending you big hugs. You really don't deserve the negative comments and hate. Hoping one day everybody has so much love inside them that it's all they can share. ❤
💖💙💖💙💖💙💖. Thank you so much for this video. I am grateful you made it public. It's heart felt and brings understanding of who you are and where you came from. Thank you for sharing so deeply. 💙💖💙💖💙💖💙
Well done. There is so much of value here.
Thank you Frieda. This is such a meaningful video for me, thanks you for putting it out. You express so well the many feelings and experiences that we are having, the complex web of Jewish family experiences and side by side ideas. I haven't managed to read so much on this Oct 7 anniversary, so painful, but I was able to look at your video all the way through, it helped me so much.
Frida, your video has evoked a lot of thought and ,of course, also emotion so deep that i cannot find voice for them. i love you and my prayer is as yours for peace and good in this world...which unfortunately does require that we recognize what is the opposite of that and not let it go unnoticed
Thank you so much for your view your openess your vulnability. So love your work
Thank you for doing this. I am a Christian who has always had a heart for Israel and the Jewish people. This is a subject that needs to be spoken about and your perspective is important. Thank you for your raw heart and honesty.
So, WHY aren't you sharing your Faith in CHRIST JESUS / YESHUA HAMASHIACH ; Who is the ONLY TRUE Jewish Messiah ?!
@@Diligent-dp7gi What do you know about anything. Calm down
I really appreciate you sharing this video, and as always, I appreciate your open-mindedness and commitment to educating people. sending you strength!
Frieda, thank you. I wish I was closer so I could give you a big hug and we could gently shed tears together. I do not understand this “baby killer” image you kept repeating about the Jewish people. As a Christian, I was never taught or shown this but was shown that G-D’s chosen people were always under threat and mistreated even before Jesus was born. After the “invasion” last year, unrest broke out on our university campus. I wanted to go to the Hillel House to show my support. I had to walk through Muslims calling me names and had police protection to get closer to the building. I explained why I wanted to enter and the police got me closer to the entrance and the intercom and then was granted access into the building by those inside. I was kindly spoken with and offered a chair in a room where I think everyone might have been Jewish (except me.). I was offered tea which a woman brought to me and we talked. She said I would never be allowed to enter a synagogue during this war because of heightened security (& you taught me and I was allowed in in June!). And then they seated an elderly male next to me and introduced him as a Holocaust survivor and I saw his tattoo and wept. HOW can the world continue to hate like this? I am really struggling with Islamic followers at the moment- how with their violence towards Jews and Christians can I even like them let alone love them? And I watch a video from Frieda with gentleness and hope and I need to step back and my heart needs to do another summersault. PLEASE keep doing what you are doing. As someone else said, that GET one….. G-D gave you a very special gift; thank you for sharing it with so many of us who choose to listen and learn; change and grow.
I definitely don’t have anything useful to say about any of this mess. But I love you. You’re great. ❤
As a Jewish woman, I feel 😢 terribly sad by what you share. It shocks me to the bones to see how children are brainwashed to hate even their brothers.
Frieda I am SO SORRY to hear what people are writing to you!! I LOVE your channel!! My husband is Jewish (I am not, yet) and I stand with you and your well- thought out ideas and perspective. I stand with Israel and the Jewish people and also mourn the loss of the innocent life on both sides.
You stand with Israel who oppreee and tortured and starve and killed peoples?
Wow, what a poignant broadcast. I'm so glad you published it. It explained many areas that I didn't understand prior. I too have been absolutely shocked by words and behavior after October 7th. You bring understanding to so many and I personally thank you for it.
Frieda, you’ve done such important work this last year. By telling your story you are fighting antisemitism in a peaceful way. When we hear each other’s stories it leads to understanding.
May God bless you on your continuing journey.
It was good that you expressed your thoughts and feelings the way you did. There wasn't anything wrong with it. You sounded so good as you are. I'm thankful to hear you.❤
Thank you for sharing. You are not the only person shocked by the hatred growing in society today.
Relatively few people can create a lot of nastiness in the comment section. I understand your shock, and comments like these and the anti-Semitic rallies in Europe have shocked me, too. They are a small minority, but we do have to speak out so that they remain a minority. Thank you for making this video!
Oh please
Thank you for being courageous enough to speak. I cannot imagine your internal struggle. There is the innocent voice of the child who had certain beliefs inculturated into her vs the voice of the adult, no longer innocent, who questions. I have never lived any part of the Hasidic experience. I believe one of the Mysteries of life is that God gave every human being free will. Self determination is a form of exercising what God has given us. I see Israel as a maturation in which some Jews have chosen to take responsibility for their life & step away from victimhood. I believe that we have no choice about being a victim as a child. As an adult if we are still being victims we have volunteered. I am learning a lot from watching your channel. I learn a lot about myself as I watch my personal reactions to some of what I see. Please keep offering us your experience & your point of view.
Frieda, you are not alone. I agree with you in so many ways! I felt the same way about Israel when I went there 10 years ago for the first time. Keep being you!
Dear Frieda thank you for your explanation of the historic Hasidic approach to Israel. It fleshed out the picture so commonly used. Your honesty and feelings are valid and most welcome. You are brave and a beautiful soul. I am reminded of a saying I have heard for years “the Jews are the people the world loves to hate.” Sad but true. Let us thank Hashem for the strength we have been given to carry on and be a good and creative people. You are an example of this gift. ב״ה
Frieda, having just returned from Israel (as a Christian, to support our Jewish friends), the world has no idea the pain and suffering and resilience of Jewish people in Israel. Keep posting, your views, people need to know what the mainstream media will not share.🙏❤️🇮🇱✝️
Another pot stirring Christian zionist🙄
It's bad and dangerous enough that people conflate Jews with zionism.
You are not a Christian. You cannot claim the be a Christian and also support the mass murder and the genocide of the people that used to be the israelites.
Nazi logik
Revelation 2;9 and 3;9...
John 8;44.....
The 3rd Oldest Christian Church in the World is Located in Gaza Palestine..
St Pophyrious Orthodox Church, Dating back to 425 C E.
Thank you, friend.
Lovely ❤felt talk. God bless the Jewish people.
I fell on your channel by chance and I am happy I did and was able to watch this video. Thank you for making it and sharing it and please keep it up here. People need to hear your words. It is extremely difficult presently given all the hate and polarization and silencing that we are witnessing which only compounds the pain, suffering and trauma. But please know that there are non-jews myself included who share the deep concern over the alarming levels of anti-Semitism we are witnessing. Anti-Semitism or any other form of hate is NEVER an acceptable response to anything, period. Know you are not alone and we are with you in praying for a more peaceful new year for all 🙏🤗.
So sorry for all the disrespect your getting. Shocking.
From the Netherlands. ❤
What’s happening in the US is a major reason why my husband and I are talking about moving to Eretz Yisrael. The first time I visited Israel still lives inside me today as if it was yesterday. The connection to our homeland is very strong. Am Yisrael Chai
It's not your homeland, you're ducking white Morton .
Netanyahu will personally evict a native family, so you can have a fully furnished home in Israel ❤
@@pilarlamarque you're ducking ⚪, it's not your "homeland", lay off the crack and try shrooms.
@@laylah150 tell me you know nothing about Israel without saying it.
@laylah150 True. It's so funny when white European people like this Pilar and the author of this channel call Palestine their "homeland". Did they look in the mirror?
Frieda, thank you for this sharing of your feelings during this very difficult time.
Freida, your honesty and authenticity is greatly appreciated. I have the same questions and shock and sadness and desperation as you do. I think there are many of us.
Thank you Frieda. You echo so clearly the way I feel and so often feel too silenced to express. I'm sure so many others feel likewise. I'm sorry I missed getting to NYC and meeting you.
All my love ❤✡️
I am a Christian. And want you to know that both you and the Jewish people are deeply loved. You are not alone. Lean on us - we’ve got you and are standing with you
Did you hear that something is happening in Gaza right now? Did you hear about Nakba? Supporting so-called "l$ra€I" now is even worse than supporting Germany during WWII.
But Christians are the ones that killed Jews most.
Dear Frieda,
Thank you for making, but especially for sharing, your video. It spoke to me on so many levels and I was deeply moved. The nuance you offered brought home another way of just how complicated all of this is. May you be safe. May you be blessed.
Hi Frieda, hate is such an incorrigible emotion. As long as there are people there will be hate. Shocking as it is, unfortunately it's a fact. Love your videos, they are so interesting. Keep going. With love from an 'uncategorizable' Jewess from South Africa. G-d bless.
Dear Frieda, Iam a Christian from Germany. I Love your Channel and I learned a lot from you. Always remember - the World hates you as a jew because the World hates the God , who chose you and your people. The God of Abraham, Isaak and Jacob and your God and mine. I pray for you and your people and we stand by your side.
May Hashem bless you and keep you.
So, WHY aren't you sharing your faith and the TRUE GOSPEL of CHRIST JESUS with your "Dear friend" Frieda ?! YESHUA HAMASHIACH IS THE ONLY JEWISH MESSIAH; WITHOUT HIM THEY ARE LOST.
@@Diligent-dp7gi Because this is not our order. We are ask to love and stand at the side of Israel.
@@Diligent-dp7giplease stop invading jewish sites with your false messiah. We are jews. Your supposed savior is not our messiah. Just stop.
@@HeikeMaihofer-ov9cz BS. God doesn't ask us to stand the side of Israel. What are you, crazy? Love demands we side with truth and ALL those who suffer. You think the Palestians deserve any less love, and you call yourself a christian??
I cannot imagine what you and other Jews have been through this year. As an outsider looking in, I'm appalled at the hatred. I have never understood why one group is so vilified. What is happening worldwide and in our U.S. cities is frightening; it sickens me. It sickens me that you've been bullied with such hateful comments. Thank you for bravely sharing your thoughts and heartfelt emotions. I support you and all Jews.
Thankyou, Frieda, none of this is a mistake, and please don’t delete it. We need you. It’s horrifying. I cannot believe in my lifetime I’m seeing pogroms and antisemitism. I cannot believe the ‘left’ are responsible for some of this. My head is spinning. I have no idea how you must feel. We are in scary times. Some of us do want to do something, but what? For you, do NOT let them stop you doing your valuable work. It’s reaching around the world (I am in Australia). For me, as a history teacher, I will use my skills to stand with Israel and against this new antisemitism rebranded in the language of Zionism. So much love to you and yours, Frieda. Be safe and keep doing your work, it is so valuable
Freida, my heart breaks listening to this video. The depth of your feelings is emblematic of the way we are supposed feel about fellow human beings. Your pain, so evident in your words, that people can feel this way is not naive but it is child-like in the best way in that it is a prayer for a better world that still does not exist. In the Christian Bible Matthew chapter 18, verse 3 recounts Jesus telling his adult followers “Truly I say to you, unless you change and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven.” It was recounted that Ronal Reagan once said that if it wasn’t for women, men would still be wearing loin cloths. Women are the civilizers in civilization and your pain reflects thats. I’ve been an admirer of you and what you’re about. You are a bridge builder in so many ways. Thank you for this video. “May the Lord bestow favor on you, and grant you peace.”
Thank you so much for this vidéo, Frieda. Thank you for opening your heart, and for being so articulated and clear.
Thank you, I really appreciate your words
This was FASCINATING to see how your education as an anti-Zionist was. thank you so much for deciding to share this. I love your channel!
You have brought me so much comfort over this past year. Thank you so much for all you do. ❤️
As a Christian from Canada 🇨🇦 I had the privilege of traveling to the Holy Land, the places I visited opened my eyes and heart to the Jewish people, the hatred that has been imposed on them for being a Jew I cannot comprehend. My heart is heavy on this anniversary for all the loved ones loss, I pray Israel will be victorious over the evil, the world cannot turn its back on the Jewish people another time. Thank you for sharing. Shalom.
Hugs hugs hugs!!!!! You are such a good thinker! Clear logic!
Thank you for speaking up. It needs to be said and heard.
Dear Frieda, thank you for opening up so personally on such a sensitive topic. I’m so thankful I stumbled upon your channel years ago.
You’ve allowed me to feel deeply intrigued, inspired & compassionate for the varying aspects of Jewish experiences, history and heritage.
Much love & appreciation from a non Jewish girl with Turkish roots. ❤
Dear Frieda, your channel has brought to our homes the Hasidic Jewish culture. Coming from a Catholic family I've enjoyed learning about the orthodox Jewish faith and culture. Some years back I did the same with Islam and muslim cultures. I found more similarity between these two than I did with Catholic faith and practice. Once you've grown up with a faith then it's hard to shake it off and I haven't succeeded entirely. But that famous orthodox Jew who initiated the Catholic faith taught me a few Jewish lessons: firstly, to respect all my neighbours, and secondly not to kill anyone. Despite having dropped Catholicism over fifty years ago, I've retained these two principles and an understanding of why religion is important to many humans. Going to Israel would be very special to me too but for different reasons.
After the second World War, I guess the world felt a great sympathy for Jews once the Holocaust was uncovered. How could you not? Being born in England in 1956 then I heard stories from Polish Catholic immigrants. What confused me was that some Poles would say the word "Żyd" [Jew] in a tone of voice that didn't sound respectful; this is the only word for Jew in Polish. It was only when I grew up that I learnt about the widespread anti-semitism across Europe for centuries. It seemed illogical to me since Jesus was a Jew and so I couldn't fathom it. It's only recently that I've filled in some gaps in my knowledge.
Learning about Hasidic Jews does make sense to me if you follow the faith. Being anti-Zionist makes sense if you believe what God told his people. Were I a Hasidic Jew then I too would feel that returning to Israel before it was time would be a mistake. I too would believe that such a philosophy is based on a loss of faith. I would expect, as a religious Jew, to anger God (again) and would be expecting (double the) retribution. If you've moved away from this logic then it sounds like you've adopted a more secular mind-set rather than what you were taught. But feelings can overcome logic and so I understand your confusion. The reality of Israel is hard to ignore, even if you've been brought up in an enclosed community.
As a person who feels a connection with Christianity, Judaism and Islam but has few religious beliefs (which is why I'm currently a British Quaker) I must largely use my sense of fair play to assess the situation in the Middle East. Yes, it was terrible for the Palestinians to be kicked out of half their land in 1948 (thanks to Britain) in order to give the remaining Jewish population a chance to have a country in which they could live. The terrors of the second World War were so awful that the victors could not ignore any further arguments about Jews needing a safe place to live. So the Zionist won the argument, even though it made no sense religiously. With that came the promise from the victors to defend their decision, despite local objections. This was hardly surprising.
What I do find is surprising is that the very people who suffered so much at the hands of the Nazis would adopt an agressive attitude toward their neighbours. I can understand arguments about "self-defence" but I cannot understand taking land allocated to the Palestinians, which even the UN has condemned as unlawful. Neither do I understand how killing 1700 Jews on October 7th justifies killing 43,000 Palestinians in what the world is beginning to call a genocide of the Palestinians by the Israelis. This is an unbelievable irony.
It's no surprise to me that people around the world, seeing the enormous power and resources of Israel being used to grab land and take Palestinian lives at the drop of a hat, start to see the Israelis as villains. When the balance of power is so skewed then support for the underdog is bound to be ignited - just as it was for the Jews after the second World War ended.
When you add these people to those who are already anti-semitic and know little to nothing about Jewish issues then it explains the rapid increase in hate mail that you've experienced. WE know that you, of all people, don't deserve it. Unfortunately angry people make few distinctions. In more recent years the Poles in Britain became a targeted group, for the first time ever since the War, simply because of xenophobic feelings about Europeans flooding Britain. For the first time ever I felt uncomfortable having a Polish heritage. It ended in Britain exiting Europe, to my great dissapointment. Proof that I live in a xenophobic country, despite appearances.
Isn't the definition of a "country" a group of "citizens" who live in a geographical area and are expected to protect its borders from "foreigners"? Maybe that's why Hasidic Jews are pacifist people, like myself; because having a country means being prepared to kill your "neighbour".
A visonary Jew once declared that our "neighbour" isn't someone who shares a similar background, or lives nearby, but one who shows compassion and mercy to others. Your are full of compassion and mercy to your own kind Frieda. Now it's time to extend that to your neighbours.
there's a really good reason why you can't understand the hatred
there's a saying "they will always tell you what happened to them,
but they will never tell you why"
@@Mouchos Are you really victim blaming Jews for being murdered, AGAIN?
Dear Edward,
While Palestinian Arabs did suffer in 1948, many of them stayed and still live in Israel with full rights, 2 million of them. But those that fought - Israelis fought back.
Britain did not "give" Jews a "safe place". Jews de-colonized their ancestral homeland, which was taken away from them. They did allow any peaceful non-Jew to stay.
Keep in mind the Zionist argument makes perfect sense religiously, just not for the Satmar sect of Judaism. Millions of religious Orthodox & Ultra Orthodox Jews live in Israel.
Being a Quaker, you might be surprised by force, and think Israelis are agressive. The thing is, Gaza's Palestinians invaded on October 7, murdered hundreds of innocents.
Israel tried for peace many times, in fact, it left the Gaza strip completely 19 years ago - expelled all Jews. But then, Islamist Hamas won the elections there.
What did Hamas do? Continued firing rockets on Israel. Imagine smacking the guy who just gave you a gift - an independent state. On October 7, it was a whole other level.
So what you percieve as "agressive attitude" from a nice western country, is just Israel having no choice but to protect itself, not from foreigners - but from murderers.
That is - against a murderous ideology that the West just has not had for decades now. Islamism won't rest until all Jews are killed, then coming for Christians & others.
So in fact, Israel GAVE Palestinians Gaza, the exact opposite of took it. But they returned the favor with more attacks & bloodshed. What would you do, Edward?
One last point - Israel shouldn't apologize for its priority - it values life & prosperity. So, it invests money in protection of its citizens, like Iron Dome, on top of an advanced military.
Why has Hamas not invested in bomb shelters, but terror tunnels to attack Israel, hide its members, & rockets? Because they value killing us above even their own wellbeing.
So this isn't a cruel game of dead body counting - the Allies killed much more than the Axis on WW2 - the Allies still fought evil. Israel must make sure it won't happen again.
Thank you for listening to your heart and publishing your thoughts and this journey.
This last year is incredibly complicated and horrifically sad. There are no clear or easy answers.
May G.od keep you and everyone involved safe in His care.
I am so thankful that you had such a wonderful trip and got back before you found out about the terrible October 7th horror. I am not a jew, but I too feel the fear, that any one who loves the G-d of the Bible is hated. As an American who sees my nation supporting antisemitic actions in schools. We think we can side step this conflict but it is now. I am so thankful that you shared your thoughts. I am so repentant for every person who would send you a beautiful lady, hate, shame, blame. You are the light, we are just in the dark darkness.
Thank you for this video. I appreciate so much the thoughtfulness and courage that went into making this video. Everything surrounding the tragedy you speak to is complicated and difficult to wrap one’s head around. I believe that listening to the different perspectives and experiences surrounding this, keeping the dialogue open is the only way to keep our hearts that way. Thank you for sharing your perspective and your story. ❤
Well said, well done. Thank you for sharing and educating. G_d bless.
Dear Frieda,
I am deeply concerned and shocked since 7th october 23. Day after day I pray for the jewish community. May the Traumas be healed, may the each family recover, may Israel get wisdom reach stable peace!
Be blessed, dear Frieda!
I am German.
Thank you Frieda, for sharing your heart with us. I am also shocked by the surge of antisemitism in the USA. It makes me sick to my stomach! My husband and I pray every single day for the Jewish people around the world. Our heart's desire is to go to Israel someday and to see with our own eyes that beautiful land. I love your channel, and please know that we support you, and you and tour people are not forgotten! Shalom in His name.
I am very glad you opened your heart and your voice to speak your mind. We. As Jewish people must never stand down.. there will always be antisemitism. We are not a liked tribe. Israel has the right to exist. So does Zionism. So does peace.
Thanks for posting this, I appreciate that you were open about how uncomfortable this was. I continue to feel strongly on free speech but this video resonated emotionally about the normalization of Jew hardred under the guise of anti-zionism by the hoy-paloy.
You spoke for all of us … all of us that are scared and proud to be Jewish at the same time - ty
Thank you for sharing your heart!
This was so good and interesting, and you are not wrong to have made this. thank you and I'm really sorry for all the hate.
First of all, thank you for posting your thoughts- I can only tell you that it helps to hear the care and consideration you speak with on this topic. Because today was Oct 7 I struggled a lot to be on social media, feeling (similarly to a sentiment you expressed) like I HAD to say something, anything, to fight the tide of misunderstanding and hatred that I've been seeing online for the past year (often from ppl I have known for a long time) In the end I did post. I'm not sure what good will come of it but, at least watching your video now I feel less alone because of it. Thanks Frieda