Letter from Shimon Peres to Elie Wiesel

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Letter from Shimon Peres to Elie Wiesel

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March 24, 2012

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In this letter, Shimon Peres writes to his dear friend Elie (likely Elie Wiesel). He thanks him for a recent letter and apologizes for not having visited him, explaining he was unaware of Elie's illness until he spoke with Marion (likely Marion Wiesel). Peres expresses his hope that Elie will be able to attend an upcoming conference. He emphasizes the urgent need to establish a new agenda for the Jewish people in a rapidly changing world. Peres argues against dwelling in nostalgia for a glorified past and instead calls for embracing a new era defined by the Jewish values of moral superiority, a passion for knowledge, and a commitment to peace. He concludes by expressing his deep gratitude and admiration for Elie, whom he sees as the ideal person to shape this vital new agenda.

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