‘Bible Believers’ Come Together to Commemorate October 7 Victims

Hundreds gathered on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., to mark the one-year anniversary of the October 7 massacre carried out by Hamas. Organized by the Philos Project, a Christian pro-Israel group, the event drew people from various faiths who united in remembrance and a call to action against the forces threatening Western civilization.

Philos Project director Luke Moon emphasized the importance of solidarity among “people who believe the Bible to be true” in the fight against terrorism. “This is going to be a long war,” Moon stated, urging believers to stand firm against the enemies of freedom.

Among the speakers was Senator JD Vance, Donald Trump’s 2024 running mate, who called out the Biden administration for its inaction on freeing American hostages held in Gaza. “It is disgraceful that we have an American president and vice president who haven’t done a thing,” Vance said. He vowed that a Trump-Vance administration would bring home the hostages and ensure Israel can "finish what Hamas started." Vance also pledged to protect American Jews and eliminate federal funding for anti-American radicals.

The gathering wasn’t just about political speeches. It represented a powerful cross-faith unity, with attendees of various backgrounds standing shoulder to shoulder. Richard Goldberg, a former Trump Administration official, noted that while radical groups like Hamas might dominate the headlines, they represent a vocal minority. “The American moral compass isn’t broken,” Goldberg reassured the crowd. “But we have to worry about the minority that’s given oxygen by large portions of our mainstream leadership.”

The rally wasn’t limited to speeches. Chief Joseph Riverwind of the Arawak Taino Tribe of Puerto Rico and his wife Dr. Laralyn RiverWind spoke in solidarity with the Jewish people, drawing parallels between the struggles of indigenous peoples and the Jewish community’s historical connection to Judea. Musical performances by Jewish rapper Kosha Dillz and Israeli country singer Omer Netzer provided a stirring backdrop to the event. Netzer, who flew to Israel to fight after the October 7 attack, shared his newfound optimism, saying, “I see a lot of unity between Christians and Jews together fighting against hate.”

As the world witnesses increasing polarization, the rally served as a reminder that people of faith and goodwill can unite for common causes. In an era where moral clarity often seems elusive, this event was a beacon of hope and determination.

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