Memory becomes mission
Legacies of Light
36 Days of Inspiration from Elul to Simḥat Torah— in the footsteps of Israel’s fallen heroes since October 7th.
One hero. One voice. One day at a time — encounter their lives and words, and live their light forward.
A project of the Rabbinical Council of New South Wales
Today’s Light · Day 33 of 36
“The day is long and life is short. Make the most of it, and don’t forget to enjoy the journey. I truly love you all…”
Staff Sgt. Ido Harush z”l
Thursday · 20 Tishrei 5787 · Thursday, October 1, 2026 · Sukkot – Day 6
Meet Ido, hear today’s reflection, and carry one value into your day.
A journey of 36 days of inspiration
Day 33 of 36 — each day, one more light joins the constellation.
How the journey works
Meet a hero
Each day is dedicated to one of Israel's fallen heroes — their photograph, their own words, and the story of how they lived.
Hear a voice
A rabbi, educator, or Jewish leader from somewhere in the world shares a short video reflection on that hero's legacy.
Live their light
Two questions turn their values — joy, giving, courage, kindness — into something you can practice today.
The quotes they left behind speak not of war, but of spreading love, joy, and care for others. They wanted their lives to be celebrated — as sources of light for us to live by.
Lights already kindled
Day 29 · 16 Tishrei 5787
“I am a whole, never just one thing.”
Sgt. First Class Hillel Diener z”l
Day 30 · 17 Tishrei 5787
“Nothing is to be taken for granted. Appreciate everything you are given.”
Sgt. Ido Ovadia z”l
Day 31 · 18 Tishrei 5787
“Always smiling.”
Sgt. Osher (Simha) Barzilay z”l
Day 32 · 19 Tishrei 5787
“The pain is temporary, the pride is eternal.”
Major Gal Shabat z”l
Let one light reach you each morning
Receive each day’s hero, their words, the video reflection, and one question to carry with you — a few uplifting minutes to begin your day.
They lived with joy, courage, and love.
Now their light is ours to live.
A project of the Rabbinical Council of NSW