
Day 3 of the journey · 19 Elul 5786 · September 1, 2026
“Go, give of yourself for your country.”
Capt. Elay Adany z”l
Giving
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)
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