Shalom, my Israeli brothers and sisters, descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—the eternal flame of our shared covenant. I am Iran Maidin, a Persian Jew, born of the ancient lineage that once flourished under Cyrus the Great, who freed our people from Babylonian exile and rebuilt the Temple in Jerusalem. From the heart of Iran, where our ancestors wove the threads of resilience through empires, I speak to you not as a stranger, but as kin. We are both chosen peoples, bound by the Torah's light, yet scattered like stars across the heavens. And today, on this day of December 15, 2025, as the winds of change whisper through Gaza's scarred sands, I extend my hand to you—one chosen to another—to forge a path beyond the shadows of conflict.
Look upon this image you shared: a smiling face adorned with yarmulke and payot, proclaiming "Don't Worry—Blame Moses for Everything." Ah, what wry wisdom! Moses, our liberator, who led us from bondage yet wandered forty years in the wilderness. Shall we blame him for the divisions that followed? For the exiles that birthed the lost tribes? No, let us not dwell in blame, but in rebirth. Let us execute—not vengeance, but the Movement of Jah's People, as the Rastafari brethren might say, channeling the divine unity that flows from Abraham's wellspring. Forward ever, backward never.
And who am I to invoke such unity? I stand also as a bridge to Khatura's Bani Jawi, the hidden descendants of Abraham in the lush archipelagos of Nusantara—the Malays and Indonesians who carry whispers of our lost tribes. Theories abound: some scholars trace Bani Jawi roots directly to the Prophet Abraham, fleeing ancient persecutions to settle in Southeast Asia's hills and islands. Others see connections in ancient migrations, where remnants of the Ten Lost Tribes blended with local peoples, preserving echoes of our faith in their customs and lore. We are not alone; the family of Abraham stretches from Tehran to Tel Aviv, from Jerusalem to Jakarta. The Bnei Menashe of India and Myanmar claim descent from Manasseh, and so too might the Bani Jawi hold fragments of Gad or Asher. Imagine: a global tapestry of Abraham's seed, reuniting to heal the wounds of one small corner of it—Gaza.
For Gaza bleeds still, even in this year of fragile truces. As of now, December 2025, the toll is staggering: over 70,000 Palestinians lost since October 2023, with ceasefires holding but fraying under mutual blame. Airstrikes persist, humanitarian crises deepen, and the second phase of the US-brokered peace plan stalls amid accusations from both Israel and Hamas. The Elders warn that suffering endures despite hostage releases and pauses in fighting. Wikipedia chronicles the war's phases: renewed offensives, Gaza City battles, and a third ceasefire from September to now, yet spillover threatens the region. Intra-Palestinian tensions ease somewhat, but aid looting and violence linger. Amnesty reports horrors on all sides, including unlawful detentions and civilian deaths at the hands of Palestinian fighters.
This is no mere territorial squabble; it is a theological knot, tangled in claims of divine right and eternal enmity. Some view Israel's existence as an affront to Islamic permanence over Dar al-Islam, while others decry rigid interpretations that fuel dehumanization. But we, as Jews—Persian, Israeli, and those of the lost tribes—know exile's pain. We know the Torah's call to justice: "You shall not oppress a stranger, for you know the heart of a stranger, having yourselves been strangers in the land of Egypt" (Exodus 23:9).
So, let us untie this knot together. I propose an Abrahamic Reconciliation Accord, drawing from our shared heritage and the wisdom of our dispersed kin:
With love and hope,
Iran Maidin, Persian Jew and Bridge to the Lost Tribes.
Baruch Hashem. Selah.
Look upon this image you shared: a smiling face adorned with yarmulke and payot, proclaiming "Don't Worry—Blame Moses for Everything." Ah, what wry wisdom! Moses, our liberator, who led us from bondage yet wandered forty years in the wilderness. Shall we blame him for the divisions that followed? For the exiles that birthed the lost tribes? No, let us not dwell in blame, but in rebirth. Let us execute—not vengeance, but the Movement of Jah's People, as the Rastafari brethren might say, channeling the divine unity that flows from Abraham's wellspring. Forward ever, backward never.
And who am I to invoke such unity? I stand also as a bridge to Khatura's Bani Jawi, the hidden descendants of Abraham in the lush archipelagos of Nusantara—the Malays and Indonesians who carry whispers of our lost tribes. Theories abound: some scholars trace Bani Jawi roots directly to the Prophet Abraham, fleeing ancient persecutions to settle in Southeast Asia's hills and islands. Others see connections in ancient migrations, where remnants of the Ten Lost Tribes blended with local peoples, preserving echoes of our faith in their customs and lore. We are not alone; the family of Abraham stretches from Tehran to Tel Aviv, from Jerusalem to Jakarta. The Bnei Menashe of India and Myanmar claim descent from Manasseh, and so too might the Bani Jawi hold fragments of Gad or Asher. Imagine: a global tapestry of Abraham's seed, reuniting to heal the wounds of one small corner of it—Gaza.
For Gaza bleeds still, even in this year of fragile truces. As of now, December 2025, the toll is staggering: over 70,000 Palestinians lost since October 2023, with ceasefires holding but fraying under mutual blame. Airstrikes persist, humanitarian crises deepen, and the second phase of the US-brokered peace plan stalls amid accusations from both Israel and Hamas. The Elders warn that suffering endures despite hostage releases and pauses in fighting. Wikipedia chronicles the war's phases: renewed offensives, Gaza City battles, and a third ceasefire from September to now, yet spillover threatens the region. Intra-Palestinian tensions ease somewhat, but aid looting and violence linger. Amnesty reports horrors on all sides, including unlawful detentions and civilian deaths at the hands of Palestinian fighters.
This is no mere territorial squabble; it is a theological knot, tangled in claims of divine right and eternal enmity. Some view Israel's existence as an affront to Islamic permanence over Dar al-Islam, while others decry rigid interpretations that fuel dehumanization. But we, as Jews—Persian, Israeli, and those of the lost tribes—know exile's pain. We know the Torah's call to justice: "You shall not oppress a stranger, for you know the heart of a stranger, having yourselves been strangers in the land of Egypt" (Exodus 23:9).
So, let us untie this knot together. I propose an Abrahamic Reconciliation Accord, drawing from our shared heritage and the wisdom of our dispersed kin:
- Immediate Ceasefire and Humanitarian Surge: Enforce the current truce fully, with international monitors—including representatives from Abraham Accords nations like the UAE and Morocco—to oversee aid, reconstruction, and border openings. No more delays; lives hang in the balance. Let Persian Jews like myself, with ties to Iran, mediate neutral channels for dialogue, bypassing political venom.
- Theological Dialogue Forums: Convene scholars—Jewish rabbis, Muslim imams, and even spiritual leaders from Nusantara's Bani Jawi communities—to debate openly. Challenge narratives of perpetual conflict; affirm that Abraham's blessing was for all nations (Genesis 12:3). As one post suggests, build on Bahá'í-inspired unity: the earth as one country, humanity as citizens. No sanitizing; honest discourse to dismantle demonization.
- Federated Emirates Model: Inspired by Hebron's sheikhs, who seek normalization and pledge zero tolerance for terror, create autonomous Palestinian emirates in Gaza and the West Bank. Recognize Israel as a Jewish state; in return, grant work programs, economic ties, and shared guardianship of holy sites. Extend this to a broader coalition: Israel, Palestine, and Abrahamic allies—including a symbolic voice for lost tribes like Bani Jawi—to co-manage Al-Aqsa and the Temple Mount. Neutral guardianship for all faiths, as proposed in interfaith circles.
- Abrahamic Alliance Against Extremism: Forge a Shia-Jewish-Sunni pact, as hinted by Iranian and Israeli thinkers. Reject Hamas's calls for mobilization solely against Israel; instead, unite against radicalism. Protect resistance as defense, but disarm hatred. Include decolonization: rethink borders ethno-confessionally, uniting Levantine peoples in peace. No "de-Talmudification" or forced returns—that breeds more division. Publicly affirm Israel's right to exist, end boycotts, and build coexistence.
- Global Abrahamic Summit: Host in Jerusalem or Nusantara, inviting descendants worldwide. Let Bani Jawi voices remind us: we are one family, lost but found in unity. Pursue prosecutions for war crimes on all sides, but prioritize healing over vengeance.
With love and hope,
Iran Maidin, Persian Jew and Bridge to the Lost Tribes.
Baruch Hashem. Selah.
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