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What secrets do these stones hold? Yad Asa, an unassuming memorial in the heart of Jerusalem, stands as a testament to a remarkable story. It commemorates the heroic actions of Sheikh Abdel Aziz, the Mufti of Hebron during World War I. He bravely shielded 150 Jews from the horrors of the Armenian genocide. This act of courage and compassion occurred under the looming shadow of the Ottoman Empire. The empire had ordered the deportation of Armenians. This act of defiance by the Mufti is a shining example of humanity overcoming hate. His compassion stands in stark contrast to the horrors that were unfolding elsewhere. Sadly, the Mufti’s bravery came at a cost. He was later exiled for his defiance. Yad Asa serves as a powerful reminder of the impact one person can have in the face of adversity. It tells a tale of courage, compassion and the enduring power of human kindness.

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