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Rabbi Shimon Galai Votes Amid Shiva
Prominent Lithuanian Rabbi Shimon Galai left his home early Tuesday morning to cast his vote for United Torah Judaism. Remarkably, he performed this civic and religious duty right in the middle of the seven-day mourning period (shiva) for his late brother, doing so even before morning prayers. At the polling station, Rabbi Galai emphasized the supreme importance of participation, stating that fulfilling this obligation takes precedence and aligns directly with foundational religious law. His actions served as a powerful call to action for the wider community.