Jonathan Rosenblum

Hundreds of ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel blocked highways and clashed with police this week to protest a government decision to cut funds to seminary students who avoid military service.

Israel’s ultra-Orthodox protest to study Torah, instead of serve in the army

February 7, 2014Lifestyle & Belief

A leading Israeli rabbi at a protest this week warned Israel’s leaders that ultra-Orthodox boys will do anything to be able to continue studying Torah, instead of joining the army — a requirement for all Israeli citizens. Throw us in jail, he said; we’ll all go.