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No Need To Be Right

Posted on February 26, 2021 by Ronen

Years ago, there was a campaign in Israel against road-rage, with the slogan, “On the road, don’t be just, be wise.” I find that, over the years, I care less about being just. To be righteous is an uphill battle. … Continue reading →

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How long will I live?

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Ronen

“How long will I live?” I asked; “would it be for many years to come?” “Why do you wish to live many more years?” I was questioned. “Because,” I answered, “I have so much more to accomplish.” “I see,” came … Continue reading →

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All Arabs have eagle-noses, all Jews have horns

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Ronen

Just bringing you up to date, in case you’ve missed the memo: all Arabs are cowards, stupid, have an eagle-nose, and carry long curved knives, ready to kill you if you ever turn your back. All Jews have hidden satanic horns, … Continue reading →

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Anwar Sadat, reflections

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Ronen

As the conflict in Gaza mounts, and hopes for ceasefire, let alone peace, seem to fade into the fog of war, my thoughts took me today back to Anwar Sadat, the Egyptian president who, against all odds, made Egypt the … Continue reading →

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About Shanti

Posted on March 8, 2014 by Ronen

Earlier today I had a conversation with one of my daughters, a 14 y.o. teenager, about possibly becoming a vegetarian. The chat led me to speak with her about a path to which I deeply aspire: the path of Shanti. … Continue reading →

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