Israel passes quasi-constitutional law declaring Torah study a foundational value

The Israeli Knesset has passed a controversial Basic Law that formally designates Torah study as a foundational value of the Jewish people and the State of Israel. The legislation was approved following a lengthy session marked by significant opposition filibustering.
The Knesset voted 63-52 on Monday to pass a deeply divisive Basic Law declaring Torah study a “foundational value” of the Jewish people and the State of Israel, following 10 hours of speeches and opposition filibustering, and despite resistance from ... [8708 chars]
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