Day 3 of 36 · Today's Light
“Go, give of yourself for your country.”
Capt. Elay Adany z”l
Giving
Tuesday | 19 Elul 5786 | September 1, 2026
Video reflection
Rabbi Sample Mentor · Rosh Yeshiva (demo), Demo Beit Midrash · Jerusalem, Israel
Duration 0:16
Reflect & live it
Giving of Yourself: In what ways are you giving of yourself for something greater than you? Where and how can you expand your contribution to the greater good?
Belonging to the Nation: What does your country mean to you? How do you express your sense of belonging and responsibility to the state – and what more would you want, or be able, to do for it?
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How Elay lived
Elay, the eldest son of Orit and Rahamim from Tel Mond, and brother to Yanir, served as a team commander in the elite Maglan Unit. He was known for his humble leadership and unwavering dedication to his soldiers. On the morning of October 7th, he was among the first to respond to the defense of the communities near the Gaza border. He fell while defending Kfar Aza alongside two of his soldiers, after saving many families during a battle that lasted for hours. He was 22 years old when he fell.
- Born:
- 9 November 2001 (23 Cheshvan 5762)
- Fell:
- 7 October 2023 (22 Tishrei 5784)
Words from the community
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His words stopped me in my tracks this morning. I shared them with my children at breakfast.
— David, Sydney, Australia
May his memory be a blessing. I am carrying this quote with me today.
— Noa, Haifa, Israel
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