Lecture Summary

Life-saving Actions by Hener Shapira

• Hener Shapira, 22 years old, served in the Nahal Brigade.
• On leave from the army, he attended a party in the south when they were attacked.
• Hener saved his friends by throwing grenades back at the enemy.
• He initiated the formation of a civilian team to repel the attack.
• Hener was killed when one of the grenades exploded on him.

Event Description

• On the night of Simchat Torah, Hener and his friend, Hirsch, were at a party in the south.
• Terrorists arrived and surprised those present.
• The attendees fled to a small shelter in Kibbutz Re'im.
• Many young people crowded into the shelter with Hener Shapira.

Hener Shapira’s Actions

• Hener commanded those present and instructed them to stay calm.
• He initiated actions to repel grenades thrown into the shelter.
• He saved his friends by throwing back six grenades.

Family Reactions

• The parents and family were anxious and worried during the event.
• Lists of survivors were posted on social networks.
• After the event, the family dealt with mourning and sacrifice.

Continuing the Legacy

• Hener left behind songs he wrote, and the family plans to release an album in his memory.
• His father highlighted the importance of strength and heroism.
• The family is committed to fulfilling Hener’s dreams.