The debate over Haredi military service in Israel has intensified following the October 7th Massacre. This exemption for Torah study, which was accepted at Israel's founding in 1948, has become an issue of contention as the numbers of exemptions grew exponentially over the years. Jewish law mandates military service in times of war, with historical examples of Torah scholars serving in military roles. The current stance of haredi leadership against military service represents a significant departure from earlier religious attitudes.