Who was Baruch Goldstein? Massacre in Hebron

This video tells the story of Baruch Goldstein and the Chevron Massacre, which shook the Jewish world in 1994, but which students today may not know about. Goldstein shocked Israeli society and Jews across the globe when he carried out a heinous act of terror during Muslim prayers. This video explores Goldstein’s background, the events that took place, the various reactions to them and the lasting implications.

Watch the video and use the prompts below to discuss this troubling topic with your students.

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