“The most important thing for him was the country and defending the country” - Naomi Shaya

Nir’s plan to propose to his partner Naomi after the war was not meant to be. On January 22nd 2024, Nir, along with 20 other soldiers lost their lives in a tragedy in Gaza. In this episode, she reflects on the special relationship they had, the void his absence left and her personal coping mechanisms. Meet this Legend Among Us.

To access an educational guide to complement this episode, see rabbibenji.com/legends

Rabbi Benji is the Rabbi of the OneFamily Fund and an Advisor to the IDF Orphans & Widows Org. 

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