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Rabbi Schlanger's Funeral: Grief and Resilience Amid Tragedy

12/17/2025

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Summary

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The funeral of Rabbi Eli Schlanger took place on December 17, 2025, at Chabad of Bondi, drawing mourners including prominent political figures.
Schlanger served as a prison chaplain and organized Hanukkah event where he was killed.
Rabbi Yehoram Ulman, Schlanger's father-in-law, expressed grief and called the loss unspeakable for the Jewish community.
He urged attendees not to let fear deter Bondi Beach visits and vowed to celebrate Hanukkah.

History

Historical Context

The shooting of Rabbi Eli Schlanger on December 17, 2025, reflects a troubling history of violence against Jewish communities, reminiscent of the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue shooting that killed 11. The Chabad movement, founded in 1775, has been pivotal in advocating for Jewish safety, especially amid a reported 57% rise in anti-Semitic incidents in the U.S. in 2017, highlighting ongoing threats to Jewish leaders today.

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Story summary

The funeral of Rabbi Eli Schlanger took place on December 17, 2025, at Chabad of Bondi, drawing mourners including prominent political figures.
Schlanger served as a prison chaplain and organized Hanukkah event where he was killed.
Rabbi Yehoram Ulman, Schlanger's father-in-law, expressed grief and called the loss unspeakable for the Jewish community.
He urged attendees not to let fear deter Bondi Beach visits and vowed to celebrate Hanukkah.

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