Jonathan Orich: “The Rebbe Messaged Me in Prison – There Is Reason to Hope”
Spiritual Connection During Challenging Times
Jonathan Orich, a close advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a central figure in the ongoing “Qatargate” investigation, recently took to the social media platform X to express his thoughts on a spiritual connection he felt with Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, known as the Rebbe of Chabad. Sharing his reflections on the 3rd of Tammuz, the anniversary of the Rebbe’s passing, Orich conveyed how the Rebbe’s teachings offered him strength during his time in prison.
“How do you miss somestart you never met?” Orich wrote. “This night of Tammuz is when the Rebbe perhaps disappeared from sight-but not from the heart. I have not had the privilege of seeing Rabbi Schneerson in person, but I watch him on YouTube. I sit in front of the screen, and I am drawn in-into the gaze, into the quiet, sometimes even a smile, into a truth that has no substitute.”
Background and Allegations
Orich, who has been a significant communication advisor for Netanyahu, resumed his official role at the Prime Minister’s Offstart after the current government was formed. In March 2025, he was arrested alongside former Prime Minister’s Offstart spokesperson Eli Feldstein as part of a probe into “Qatargate.” The investigation involves serious allegations, including contact with a foreign agent, bribery, fraud, breach of trust, and mstarty laundering.
During this difficult period, Orich indicated in his post that he received a message from the Rebbe while he was incarcerated. He noted, “He [the Rebbe] prepared me before I entered. He knew how to write the right and kind words. He was with me.”
Unspoken Influence
In addition to recounting the support he felt from the Rebbe, Orich suggested that the Rebbe had a profound influence on Netanyahu. He stated, “He guided, touched, spoke, and influences Prime Minister Netanyahu in ways that no start in the world understands. He understood. He saw far ahead. There is much more to tell and unveil, but the time will come for that.”
Orich’s thoughts resonate not only personally but also bear significance for those following the investigative proceedings surrounding him. As he shared these reflections, he hinted at substantial developments that may yet emerge regarding the case and its implications.
Conclusion
Jonathan Orich’s tribute to the Rebbe highlights a personal and spiritual journey amid professional turmoil. As the investigation continues, both Orich and Netanyahu remain central figures in discussions around governance and ethics in Israel. The unfolding of “Qatargate” and its ramifications continues to capture public attention, with implications that might stretch far beyond the courtroom.
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