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Ariel Sharon dies at 85.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

When Ariel Sharon a”h suffered a debilitating stroke eight years ago, few expected him to live. The strength that he showed to survive, even in the face of mortal illness, duplicated the strength he displayed as a warrior, a politician and a statesman. Israel’s divinely-ordained survival in the Yom Kippur War played out in great part due to his military genius.<\/p>\n

Like all leaders, he aroused controversy. Like all leaders, he did what he thought was best for his country. Israel has lost a giant. He joins Ben Gurion, Eshkol, Meir, Begin and Rabin in the pantheon of Israel’s great figures.<\/p>\n

The OU extends condolences to the people of Israel, and to Ariel Sharon’s family. May they be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.<\/p>\n

Martin Nachimson, President
\nStephen J. Savitsky, Chairman of the Board
\nRabbi Steven Weil, Executive Vice President<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

When Ariel Sharon a”h suffered a debilitating stroke eight years ago, few expected him to live. The strength that he showed to survive, even in the face of mortal illness, duplicated the strength he displayed as a warrior, a politician and a statesman. 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