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Anger follows abuse revelations in ultra-orthodox Jewish community

Haredi ultra-orthodox Jews walking by the old city walls in Jerusalem

Haredi ultra-orthodox Jews walking by the old city walls in Jerusalem Source: Getty / by IAISI/Getty Images

Israel’s ultra-Orthodox Jews are struggling to come to terms with recent high-profile sex abuse cases. What’s added to the shock is how some rabbis in this insular, devout community have criticised victims for speaking out. That’s sparked anger and led to an unprecedented wave of activism in the ultra-Orthodox or Haredi world.


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By Yolande Knell (BBC)

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Israel’s ultra-Orthodox Jews are struggling to come to terms with recent high-profile sex abuse cases. What’s added to the shock is how some rabbis in this insular, devout community have criticised victims for speaking out. That’s sparked anger and led to an unprecedented wave of activism in the ultra-Orthodox or Haredi world.


Some listeners may find the content of this item distressing. If you need information or support relating to sexual abuse you can contact Bravehearts on 1800 272 831 or Blue Knot on 1300 657 380.

This item was originally produced for the BBC World Service


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