Sgt. Eli Moshe Zimbalist z'l - Featuring Rabbi Yisroel Motzen, Rabbi, Ner Tamid of Baltimore

Don’t wait for others to ask – just help!

Eli Moshe, son of Sara and Simmy, brother of Nechama, Aviva, Shira, Avraham, Shoshana and Batsheva. Served as the communications officer in the Adir company, 601st Battalion, Combat Engineering Corps. He was known as a devoted person, always ready to help – even before being asked, created pergolas, swings, and more from wood, with skill and love. Dreamed of being a civil engineer and building the land. Despite harsh combat conditions, he observed halakha and would organize a prayer minyan whenever possible. He fought with his head held high, believing in the righteousness of the way. He fell in battle in Gaza, fulfilling his duties with dedication. He was 21 years old.

Explore the profound message of service over leadership in this moving tribute to Eli Moshe Zimbalist, whose life embodied unwavering dedication to helping others. His actions reflected core Jewish values of humility, self-transcendence, and communal responsibility. Drawing inspiration from figures like Rav Chaim of Volozhin, Eli Moshe’s legacy reminds us that true greatness lies not in leading others, but in serving them with heart and purpose.

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