Summary
- Rabbi Dr. Cody Bahir, an indigenous rabbi from Kentucky, shared Torah wisdom and stories at an event in Taiwan supporting Israel.
- A panel discussed solidarity between Taiwan and Israel, as both face threats and are democracies.
- Bahir emphasized the importance of valuing life and avoiding celebrating the suffering of others.
- Taiwanese people show support and understanding for the Jewish people’s history and struggles.
Summary
- Cody Bahir converted to Judaism at a young age and went through various stages of religious exploration and education.
- After pursuing academic studies in Buddhism, he returned to Judaism and received rabbinic ordination.
- He now serves as a rabbi in the Taiwanese Jewish Community, where he strives to connect people to Judaism and spread awareness about Jewish culture.
- His community is diverse, comprising both permanent expats and transient individuals, and he helps them process recent conflicts in Israel.
Summary
- Rabbi Bentzion Bahir brings Judaism to Taiwan
- Most Taiwanese have little knowledge of Judaism but respect Jews
- Public Sukkot celebration in Taiwan
- Rabbi Bahir aims to make the TJC a vibrant local resource
