Canadian Prime Minister Backs Israel Against G7 Leaders; Forces Change in Summit Resolution

At a summit of the world's leaders, Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada, was the sole dissenting voice regarding a resolution demanding Israel return to '67 borders. As a result, the resolution passed in a watered-down version. "Mr. Harper clearly is the odd man out on this one, and it won't do him any favors," a British official remarked. Clearly, Mr. Harper's stance with Israel forced the G8 summit to bend to his will.

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Natural Disasters in the time of the Redemption Foretold in 1944 by the Rebbe

Everyone is awed by the multiplicity and impact of tremendous natural disasters that seem to be occurring without end. Earthquakes, mudslides, tidal waves, volcanic clouds such as never were before, floods, and more recently, fearsome and devastating tornadoes. As you will see below, these mighty catastrophes were foretold 67 years ago in a publication of the Previous Rebbe. Some say  it was the Rebbe's son-in-law, the Rebbe MhM, who wrote this prophecy. The prophecy clearly says that the purpose of these disasters is to wake up the nations to the might and grandeur of G-d, preparing them for the final Redemption. 

The prophetic words of the Previous Rebbe
from the newsletter HaKria V’HaKedusha (Tammuz, 5704)
Translated by Alexander Zushe Kohn

1. “G-d has reigned; He has donned grandeur; G-d has donned strength and girded Himself; even the world is firm, it shall not falter.” Psalm 93

“G-d has reigned; He has donned grandeur: Generally speaking, everyone regards nature as the ruler of the world. They totally forget that there is a G-d Who rules over nature. Only when something unnatural occurs, like a flood, earthquake, or other terrible catastrophe, do they remember Him. Only under such circumstances do they recall that there is a G-d to Whom nature belongs. [And when they remember], they say, “G-d has reigned” – He has overridden nature, and demonstrated that He is the mightier. In other words, only when G-d dons a garment of grandeur, and demonstrates his authority over nature, do people begin to recognize Him – instead of nature and its “powers” – as the sole King and Ruler of the world.

The Psalmist is speaking of the time when G-d, blessed be He, will appear clothed in grandeur, and the world will recognize and admit that G-d is King. This will take place in the days of Moshiach, prior to the Redemption.

Tornado Victims Turn To Faith For Recovery

Instead of bitterness and anger, these survivors count their blessings, as told in this major news service story. They are truly humbled and grateful to be alive, and grateful to be able to help others. This is truly a redemption frame of mind.

Tornado victims turn to faith in recovery

Verna GatesReuters

5:09 p.m. EDT, May 15, 2011

PLEASANT GROVE, Alabama (Reuters) - Women in spring dresses stood beside men in dirty jeans to sing "Count Your Many Blessings" at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church on Sunday as volunteers took a break from helping families recover from the April 27 tornado that devastated the tiny community.

"We are blessed to be able to help others," said Bill Sadberry, 74, staffing the church's volunteer command center.

Behind him, big sheets of paper listed the names and needs of nearly 50 stricken neighbors.

Alabama and six other Southern states are still counting the cost of the twisters that tore through the region more than two weeks ago, the second deadliest tornado outbreak on record.

The storms destroyed whole neighborhoods and killed more than 330 people, more than 230 of them in Alabama alone, and caused damage that is expected to exceed the $2 billion.

In Pleasant Grove, many volunteers remained out in the field and only came by the church for a hot lunch.

"We can either be in church, or be the church," said Denny Nissley, founder of a volunteer group that specializes in disaster recovery.

In the congregation of nearby First Baptist Church Pleasant Grove, many people wore casts and bandages.

Three church members at died in the twister and some remain hospitalized, according to Senior Pastor Daven Watkins.

"The house fell on top of us. It was gone, and she was gone. But I am blessed, because I know where she is, in heaven," said Bobby Earley, describing the death of his wife of 52 years, Canatha Earley.

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Wondrous Rainbow After the Deadly Tornado in Joplin, MO - A Sign of the Redemption?

Yes, rainbows are a sign that G-d will not destroy the world again. But according to Jewish mystical tradition, they are also a sign of Moshiach, the Messiah. Indeed, videos of this rainbow on YouTube have provoked a wealth of comments and arguments about its G-dly significance. 

 One writer:  Thank you for posting the lovely video. I join you in prayers for the loved ones of the victims of the tornado. That the video took the turn it did is fascinating though. The contrast between the beauty of the rainbow and the devastation of the tornado would surely bring about thoughts of God's power and mercy. Hope vs. despair. Order vs. chaos. You have provided much food for thought. 


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And try this one, too, just to hear the amazing chorus of birds:

Egyptian Police Fire on Mob Attacking Israeli Embassy

Imagine if in 1938 German police had stopped the brutal attacks on Jews during Kristallnacht. Think back to these terrible events and you have some idea of the different world we are living in. Just recently, Egyptian police vigorously held back an attack on the Israeli embassy in Cairo. 353 of the mob were hurt, and one critically. The reason for their rampage? Israel's victory over its aggressors in 1948.

Egypt police fire at rally outside Israel Embassy

By: SARAH EL DEEB 05/16/11 3:48 AM
Associated Press

BY: AP PHOTO

Demonstrators burn an Israeli flag near the Israeli embassy in Cairo, Egypt Sunday, May 15, 2011. Israeli troops clashed with Arab protesters Sunday along three hostile borders, including the frontier with Syria, leaving several people dead and dozens wounded in an unprecedented wave of demonstrations marking the Palestinian "nakba," or "catastrophe", day of mourning for their defeat at Israel's hands in 1948.

Egyptian riot police fired tear gas and live ammunition overnight to disperse thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters outside the Israeli Embassy in Cairo, and a security official said Monday that at least 185 demonstrators were arrested over allegations of attacking police and vandalism.

The rally in Cairo followed calls on Facebook for Arabs to march on Israel on Sunday in support of the Palestinians, who were holding annual ceremonies marking the "nakba," or "catastrophe" — the term Palestinians use to describe their defeat and displacement in the war surrounding Israel's 1948 founding. 

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Seder in the Carribean Saved by Mayor of Cozumel.

When gentiles help the Jewish people in their service of G-d, this is a sign that the Redemption is penetrating the world.

Mayor of Cozumel, Gustavo Ortega Joaquin

Cozumel's Seder: Saved by the Mayor

Their seder permit were cancelled, but they were saved at the last minute by a large donation from none other than the mayor himself. It was an extraordinary Festival of Freedom on the Island of Cozumel.

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