Day 5 of 36
“With courage and humility, the power in being quiet, say little and do much.”
Capt. Elad Siman-Tov z”l
Humility
Thursday | 21 Elul 5786 | September 3, 2026
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Humility: What role does humility play in your life? Do you respect and value humble people? Do you strive for personal humility?
Say Little, Do Much: In which areas of your life can you convey your message more through actions and less through words?
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How Elad lived
Elad, son of Esther and Ze’ev, twin brother to Ayala, brother to Adir, Avia, Tzruya, and Eliya Moshe, grew up in Tzofim, Samaria, and studied at Bnei Akiva Yeshiva in Ra’anana. He served as a team commander in the Golani Reconnaissance Unit, excelling in professionalism. He was known for his humility, helping the weak, and seeing the good in everyone. He led a battle in the village of Aita al-Shaab in Lebanon, was severely wounded, and died in Rambam Hospital during Sukkot. He was 23 years old when he fell.
- Born:
- 1 February 2001 (8 Shevat 5761)
- Fell:
- 16 October 2024 (15 Tishrei 5786)
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