Leadership and quiet courage: What can Israeli politicians learn from the story of Abraham?

Moshe Taragin uses the biblical story of Abraham's unnamed servant to argue that Israeli politicians should learn from quiet, selfless leadership rather than seeking headlines. He reflects on the post-election deadlock and calls for recognizing the sacrifices of soldiers, reservists, and hostages.

In an op-ed published on November 6, 2026, Moshe Taragin reflects on Israel's post-election political deadlock, describing it as a 'collective hangover.' He argues that neither major party can form a stable government and that another election would further divide the public. Drawing on the biblical story of Abraham's unnamed servant, who quietly secured Isaac's marriage without seeking recognition, Taragin calls on Israeli politicians to learn from such selfless leadership. He urges the public to look beyond political headlines and recognize the quiet heroism of soldiers, reservists, bereaved families, and hostages who have carried the national burden. The piece criticizes the overuse of the word 'leadership' in the age of influencers and social media, defining true leadership as making difficult decisions for the greater good.