Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish - Speech To Jewish Community (1)

Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish is an obstetrician and gynecologist, who has practiced in both Israel and the Palestinian Territories. Devoted to using medicine to bridge the gap between Israelis and Palestinians, Dr. Abuelaish has conducted joint research projects with Israeli physicians and worked to bring injured and sick Palestinians to Israel for treatment. As one of the few Palestinians with a work permit to enter Israel, Dr. Abuelaish describes himself as a bridge between the two worlds.

In January 2009 three of his daughters and a niece were killed in their home during the Gaza crisis. Bessan was 20; Mayar was 15; Aya was 14; and his niece Nur was 17.

Despite this personal tragedy, Dr. Abuelaish remains committed to spreading the message of forgiveness, hope and non-violence between Israelis and Palestinians. Dr. Abuelaish believes that humanity and suffering will bring Jews and Arabs together. We have to face each other. I will never lose hope, he said.

This video was recorded at the Beth Tzedec Synagogue in Toronto, on November 17, 2009.

This video is made possible by the Beth Tzedec Men's Club. Larry Rachlin, producer.

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