Reflections on Yom Ha`atzmaut

If I was to be confronted by a Charedi individual espousing an anti-Zionist world view, I would have plenty to say. Religious Zionist thought is firmly founded in sources ranging from the Bible, through Talmudic literature, to late authorities. However, in one important area I would be seriously challenged: Do we, in the Religious Zionist world, recognize Hashem`s great present to us and reflect that through constant efforts towards spiritual growth and commitment?