Netanyahu cites ‘Amalek’ Theory to justify Gaza Killings – Times of India
NEW DELHI: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu justified the killing of Gaza residents during the Israel-Hamas conflict by referencing the ‘Amalek‘ theory, which is based on a nation mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. This theory has been used to support the military actions against Gaza in the ongoing conflict that has resulted in over 1,400 Israeli casualties and nearly 8,000 casualties in Gaza.
“You must remember what Amalek has done to you, says our Holy Bible.1 Samuel 15:3 ‘Now go and smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have, and spare them not; but slay both man and woman, infant and suckling, ox and sheep, camel and ass’,” Netanyahu said.
“You must remember what Amalek has done to you, says our Holy Bible. 1 Samuel 15:3 ‘Now go and smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have, and spare them not; but slay both man and woman, infant and suckling, ox and sheep, camel and ass’,” Netanyahu said.
“You must remember what Amalek has done to you, says our Holy Bible. 1 Samuel 15:3 ‘Now go and smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have, and spare them not; but slay both man and woman, infant and suckling, ox and sheep, camel and ass’,” Netanyahu said.
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley also said, “We saw God’s goodness in the outpouring of support that descended on Israel from around the world. And while evil is trying to claw its way back, God’s goodness is still clear, and it always will be.”
Public reaction to the Israeli Prime Minister’s remarks on the ‘Amalek’ theory and the Gaza killings was overwhelmingly critical. Many netizens expressed their condemnation, with one user highlighting that such genocidal remarks were not new from the Prime Minister.
Some users pointed out the historical context of the creation of Israel and its association with religious beliefs, while expressing the tragic consequences of the conflict. Others described the situation as “awful” and possibly driven by religious beliefs, while another raised questions about the terminology used, specifically whether referencing the “Bible” is common within the Jewish community as opposed to the Torah. The response on social media reflected a mix of criticism, historical context, and questions about terminology and religious references in the Prime Minister’s statement.
(via media inputs)
“You must remember what Amalek has done to you, says our Holy Bible.1 Samuel 15:3 ‘Now go and smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have, and spare them not; but slay both man and woman, infant and suckling, ox and sheep, camel and ass’,” Netanyahu said.
“You must remember what Amalek has done to you, says our Holy Bible. 1 Samuel 15:3 ‘Now go and smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have, and spare them not; but slay both man and woman, infant and suckling, ox and sheep, camel and ass’,” Netanyahu said.
“You must remember what Amalek has done to you, says our Holy Bible. 1 Samuel 15:3 ‘Now go and smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have, and spare them not; but slay both man and woman, infant and suckling, ox and sheep, camel and ass’,” Netanyahu said.
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley also said, “We saw God’s goodness in the outpouring of support that descended on Israel from around the world. And while evil is trying to claw its way back, God’s goodness is still clear, and it always will be.”
Public reaction to the Israeli Prime Minister’s remarks on the ‘Amalek’ theory and the Gaza killings was overwhelmingly critical. Many netizens expressed their condemnation, with one user highlighting that such genocidal remarks were not new from the Prime Minister.
Some users pointed out the historical context of the creation of Israel and its association with religious beliefs, while expressing the tragic consequences of the conflict. Others described the situation as “awful” and possibly driven by religious beliefs, while another raised questions about the terminology used, specifically whether referencing the “Bible” is common within the Jewish community as opposed to the Torah. The response on social media reflected a mix of criticism, historical context, and questions about terminology and religious references in the Prime Minister’s statement.
(via media inputs)
