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RE: Standing Still - In Memoriam
In a world where history is being rewritten and denied, that singular moment of standing still tells the world the holocaust tale. It says Take heed, you all might forget, books can be rewritten, images photoshopped but we will never forget. It says this is our past, our heritage, a symbol of our nationhood, we will not forget.
This is a beautiful expression of nationhood and patriotism. No fanfare, no music, no gun salutes just introspection and silence. Beautiful.
As I said elsewhere, I think it's a mistake to look at it that way. It is a moment of solidarity with humanity. Not just with our people, with our nation, with our religion.
I actually find it sad that when people hear "solidarity," they think of nationalism and patriotism, rather than the wider solidarity with humanity. Especially as patriotism and nationalism is solidarity by defining who belongs, and just as importantly, who doesn't. Which is what led to the Holocaust.
And it is moving. It is like standing in grief.