International businessman and philanthropist Lev Leviev has once again underscored the central role of education in ensuring the future of the Jewish people, stressing that spiritual and religious values must be instilled from the earliest years of childhood.
In a recent 43-second video interview with Kaykov TV, Leviev spoke candidly about the importance of prioritizing Jewish education beginning in early childhood. “For children, from the first day, education is the most important thing,” he said. “Spirituality must be implemented from two to three to five years of age so that children understand that it is in our blood.”
Leviev, who is widely known for his philanthropic support of Jewish schools and community institutions around the world, framed education as a forward-looking responsibility. While acknowledging the sacred importance of caring for Jewish heritage and memorial sites, he emphasized that nurturing the next generation must come first.
“We understand that education is very important because this is the future, this is the continuation,” Leviev said. “Dealing with cemeteries is a sacred matter, but it is the past. The first priority is to continue Jewish education and to teach proper religious Jewish education from childhood.”
The clip has resonated widely on social media, garnering more than 43,000 views and 1,900 likes on Facebook, reflecting strong community engagement with Leviev’s message on education and continuity.
By Erin Levi