A week after fire destroyed her home at Havat Gilad, terror widow Yael Shevach continues to show strength and Jewish pride despite the heavy losses she’s faced—and is inviting the nation of Israel to celebrate with her at the dedication of her new home on Tu B’Av 5788 (summer 2028).
1+In a post she published Monday on social media, reflecting the faith that accompanies her even after the disaster, Shevach wrote: “Good morning. Write this down for yourselves. Tu B’Av 5788. Housewarming for the Shevach family at Havat Gilad. This is an open invitation to everyone.”
The fire, which broke out last week at Havat Gilad, left the Shevach family without a home. Among the items destroyed were personal mementos and precious belongings from her husband, Rabbi Raziel Shevach, who was murdered in a shooting attack near the community in 2018.
1+Moments after losing her home, Shevach shared her difficult feelings: “The house is gone. We’re okay, thank you everyone for your concern. I have nothing to say.” She later added: “I’m not comfortable. I want to curl up in the ashes that were once my bed.”