Day 15 of the journey · 2 Tishrei 5787 · September 13, 2026
“In every generation there were those who stood up and said: ‘Here I am.’ Today it is our turn.”
Major Shay Shamriz z”l
Responsibility
How Shay lived
Shay, son of Daniela and Shaul, brother to Reut and Smadar, grew up in Merkaz Shapira and studied at Kvutzat Yavne. He studied at Bnei David Mechina in Eli and served as commander of the spearhead company in the 931st Battalion, Nahal Brigade. He was known for his quietness, humility, clear inner truth, and leadership. Before entering Gaza, he gave a powerful speech that strengthened his soldiers and gave them the courage to fight. He fell in battle at Daraj Tuffah together with his close friend Shauli Greenglick z”l. He was 26 years old when he fell.
- Born:
- 15 July 1997 (10 Tammuz 5757)
- Fell:
- 26 December 2023 (14 Tevet 5784)
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