Looking at Zion

A Jewish Perspective on Israel-Diaspora relationship: 235 members of Jewish communities around the globe answered a questionnaire, which asked them to articulate their thoughts and feelings towards Israel

Volodymyr Mozghovyi

Volodymyr Mozghovyi, Acting Head of Ukrainian Youth Association, Kiev, Ukraine

The Interviewee – Volodymyr Mozghovyi (Born 1981) Acting Head of Ukrainian Youth Association. Born in Kiev, Ukraine.


In your opinion, what importance, if any, does the existence of a Jewish state have to you personally and to Jewish people in general?

“For me personally and for Jewish people in general – symbolically.

Do you feel committed in some way to defend the future existence of Israel?

“Yes.”

Do you affiliate yourself with a specific denomination in Judaism? What is your view regarding the dominance of the Orthodox denomination in Israel religious establishment?

“No. What overly – it is not on boon.”

Do you feel morally responsible for Israel’s actions (such as its management of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict)?

“No. I am an immoral person :)”

How would you describe Israel’s policy (formally and in practice) regarding its relationship with the Diaspora?

“Lack of activity. Active only on paper.”

In your opinion, does Israel have an obligation to defend and help Jewish communities in need?

“Yes.”

Have you ever been to Israel? 

“No.”

Can you tell us a bit about the Jewish community in your hometown? Is it organized? Are there community activities?

“Community – religiously inactive.”

 

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