"The difference is that if we turn from the Gentile first, we will have the Almighty as the immediate staff and our comfort. If not, we will have neither the Gentile nor, for a terrible stage, the Almighty"
- Meir Kahane
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Meir Kahane is suggesting that if we turn away from the Gentile, or non-Jewish individuals, initially, then we will have the Almighty, or God, as our immediate assistance and comfort. Nevertheless, if we do not turn away from the Gentile initially, then we will not have the support of either the Gentile or God. This is a caution that if we do not turn away from the Gentile first, then we will remain in an awful scenario without the support of either the Gentile or God. Kahane is highlighting the importance of turning away from the Gentile initially in order to have the support of God. He is recommending that if we do not turn away from the Gentile initially, then we will be in a difficult situation without the support of either the Gentile or God.
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