Honoring our Heroes - Yonatan Elazari
Each month, we'll share a song written to honor the courageous individuals who sacrificed their lives on October 7th and afterward, ensuring their heroic spirit remains with us forever
- 28 December, 2024
On the weekend of October 7, Yonatan visited his friends at the pre-military preparatory school in Ofakim, where he had studied. When the attack began, Yonatan, unarmed, chose not to stay in the shelter. Instead, he courageously confronted the terrorists with nothing but stones in his hands.
During the fierce battles until his fall, Yonatan managed to fight off the attackers, protect others, and assist in evacuating the wounded, saving their lives.
"With Bare Hands" is a song from the "Project Heroes" Album dedicated to the memory of Yonatan, whose bravery and selflessness shone until his final moments.
The "Heroes" project, spearheaded by singer and songwriter Gilad Segev, is a non-profit initiative celebrating Jewish heroism through music and stories. From the days of Abraham to contemporary times, the project aims to reshape perceptions of the Jewish people by highlighting their enduring acts of bravery and resilience.
Listen to Yonatan's song:
