He is outlining the victims and the lessons they have left. These are the rabbi’s words:
Tanya, she wasn’t Jewish, yet she came to stand with her husband in the community. Let us show up for one another, even when we are different, and be allies to those who need us.
Marika Pogany, who delivered thousands of meals, let us care for the elderly, the vulnerable and those who feel forgotten.
Adam Smyth, known for his legendary hospitality, let us open our homes and our hearts, and let others feel welcome.
Peter Meagher, for showing up for others, and giving back to the places we call home.
Dan Elkayam, he was killed while celebrating his Judaism on a beautiful day. Let us not postpone what matters. It must live with meaning now, not some day in the future.
Matilda Bee. A beautiful, spirited … 10-year-old child, who brought light where she went. Let us bring a smile, a sense of pure goodness into the lives of those around us.
Braun Strowman, who bravely attacked a gunman to save others. Let us find courage to speak up and act when we see evil and injustice
Boris and Sofia Gurman. Let us … respond with humanity and moral strength.
Alexander Kleytman, a Holocaust survivor who died shielding his wife. Let us put safety and dignity of others before our own comforts.
Tibor Weitzen, who greeted children in our synagogue with a smile and a lollipop. Let us make our community a place where the next generation feel safe, happy and loved.
Boris Tetleroyd, a devoted provider and a gifted musician. Let us work hard for our families and use our talents to bring beauty into the world.
Edith Brutman, a woman of integrity who chose humanity every day. Let our decisions be guided by conscience, not convenience.
Reuven Morrison, who fought back with courage, determination and faith. Let us stand firm in what we believe is right.
Rabbi Yaakov Levitan, let us put meaning before money and purpose before profit.
Rabbi Eli Schlanger: he treated everyone as precious, the prime minister, a billionaire or a beggar. What he saw was a soul deserving of love. Let us try each in our own way, to see people as he did.