Day 36 of 36
“A hero is someone who cannot stand idly by.”
Sgt. Major Noam Slotki z”lMaster Sgt. Ishay Slotki z”l
Heroism
Sunday | 23 Tishrei 5787 | October 4, 2026 | Simhat Torah
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Not Standing Idly By: When are you unable to look away? What injustices or needs compel you to act without hesitation? Which causes stir you most – and are you proactively addressing them?
Everyday Heroism: How do you define heroism in daily life? When was the last time you didn’t stand idly by in a situation that called for your presence?
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How Noam lived
Noam and Ishay, sons of Tali and Rabbi Shmuel, were brothers to Uri, Avia, Shifra, Ishay, Yonatan (Ishay’s twin), and Zvi Yehuda. Noam was married to Adi and father to a son, and served in reserves with the Carmeli Brigade (Brigade 2). Ishay was married to Avia and father to a daughter, and served in reserves with the Oded Brigade (Brigade 9). On October 7th, they each left their homes in Be’er Sheva for combat and rescue missions. Side by side, they fought with bravery and on the same day – side by side – they fell in battle. Their father, a search company commander, returned to reserve duty right after the shiva to continue their legacy. Both were family men, models of generosity and devotion, role models of selfless service to others. Noam was 31; Ishay was 24.
- Born:
- Noam: 2 September 1992 (4 Elul 5752) · Ishay: 19 May 1999 (4 Sivan 5759)
- Fell:
- 7 October 2023 (22 Tishrei 5784)
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