ALS in Hebrew, signed “D. Ben-Gurion,” one lined page, 5 x 8.5, November 10, 1963. Interesting letter to an associate. In part, “The riots in Jerusalem arose deep worry in my heart. I am not convinced this is the way tourists lately cross the Mandelbaum passage. There is no doubt the feelings of a religious man are to be respected, but religious people must respect the freedom of choice of a fellow man and no coercion is to be exercised for or against religious conduct. Your remark concerning a religious population (why settlement?) in Modun - is most welcome as is any Jewish population in this area. Have you got a group (not necessarily as a Kibbutz) of young people ready to settle down?” Letter is affixed to an identical size sheet. In very good condition, with overall wrinkling, light scattered toning from adhesive on reverse, and a few small stains. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
