A group of Jewish rabbis were seen at the funeral of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his companions in the capital Tehran. The rabbis, numbering between one and four, marched in the funeral procession that took place at Tehran University, where Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Khamenei led the prayers for the deceased.
What caught everyone’s attention at the funeral of President Ebrahim Raisi was that the rabbis wore the Palestinian keffiyeh on their shoulders, in addition to carrying a picture of Raisi. This unusual scene sparked different reactions and interpretations.
The rabbis attending the funeral appear to represent the anti-Zionist Haredi Jewish community known for its support for Palestinian rights and opposition to the policies of the Israeli government. By wearing the Palestinian keffiyeh, a symbol of support for the Palestinian cause, the rabbis clearly demonstrated their solidarity with the Palestinian people. This act also reflects the complex and intertwined relationship between some extremist Jewish groups and the Palestinian cause. Carrying a picture of President Raisi shows their respect for him as a prominent Iranian political figure, and perhaps their appreciation for his political and religious positions, despite the traditional tensions between Iran and Israel.
The presence of Jewish rabbis at the funeral of the Iranian president may have political dimensions and messages to the international community, indicating that there are Jewish voices that oppose Israeli policies towards the Palestinians and support dialogue and peaceful coexistence. This highlights the importance of understanding and cooperation between cultures and religions in achieving peace and stability in the region.
From the website: Fez News