Remembering Elie Wiesel: A Voice Against Hatred
THE ISSUE: The death of Holocaust survivor and outspoken human-rights advocate Elie Wiesel.
All the praises that were lavished upon Elie Wiesel makes me think that his message shouldn’t be forgotten even after his death (“Elie Wiesel, 19282016,” Editorial, July 5).
There’s so much to say about this man.
His descriptions of the Holocaust will be remembered in history. But most important, what he had to say should be remembered by all humanity.
He also taught for many years at the 92nd Street Y, where his special approach to the Bible helped so many in the audience know more about faith.
There should be a program set in motion for all students to understand pain and hope and evil and horror.
We must never forget him or have his voice silenced. Toby Willig Jerusalem
Unparalleled as a moral force in the contemporary world, Wiesel exemplified what Jewish philosopher and rabbi Emil Fackenheim called the 614th Commandment: Never allow Adolf Hitler to have a posthu- mous victory by giving up on the survival of the Jewish people. His searing testimony to the nature of anti-Semitic, genocidal horror will remain a touchstone for the world over — for Jews and non-Jews alike.
Unfortunately, this is quite relevant today. David Rabinovitz Brooklyn
No doubt, Wiesel survived the Holocaust for a reason: to raise awareness and stamp out any lingering sentiments of intolerance, including anti-Semitism, hatred and bigotry.
But after he made it his life’s mission, who now will carry the torch? JoAnn Lee Frank Clearwater, Fla.
Despite his early hardships, Wiesel proved one person truly can make a difference. Rest in peace.
Wiesel touched millions with his spirit and humanity. Denny Freidenrich Laguna Beach, Calif.