Activity Quote by Yitzhak Gruenbaum
“When they asked me, couldn't you give money out of the United Jewish Appeal funds for the rescue of Jews in Europe, I said, 'NO!' and I say again 'NO!' ... one should resist this wave which pushes the Zionist activities to secondary importance.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to Jewish Community, 1930s, Israel
He refused to divert funds from Jewish rescue efforts, emphasizing the primacy of saving lives over other causes.
In simple terms: Saving lives must come first.
Prioritize rescue over other agendas.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- refugee aid
- fundraising decisions
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria should guide fund allocation?
- How to balance immediate rescue with long‑term goals?
Balancing limited resources can be complex.