Beyond the Headlines: Have you heard Elkana Levi’s speech? – opinion

Elkana Levi, a Golani Brigade officer severely wounded in Khan Yunis a year ago, recently held a thanksgiving celebration. During the event, Levi, who lost both legs, delivered a 40-minute speech reflecting on his recovery and expressing gratitude. He recounted his time at Soroka Hospital, stating, "I will never have the words to thank the extraordinary people who cared for me at Soroka Hospital." Levi also acknowledged the pain and challenges of his injury, while emphasizing a message of growth and finding joy amidst suffering. He quoted spiritual teachers like the prophet Isaiah, Rebbe Nachman of Breslov, and the Tanya, highlighting the coexistence of pain and joy, stating, "Pain cries out from one side of the heart, and joy cries out from the other."