Shalev Biton
Hope Chord
Through Limor Garfinkle’s lens, we celebrate heroes like Shalev Biton, a Tel Aviv–based musician, singer, and producer whose art is deeply shaped by survival and hope. A former combat soldier in the Nahal Brigade, Shalev attended the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023—a day meant for joy that turned into a fight for life. For hours, he and his friends fled Hamas terrorists before being miraculously rescued. Today, Shalev shares his story in Israel and across the United States, using his voice to honor those lost and remind the world of the strength that emerges from darkness. Through music and testimony, he transforms trauma into light.
About the Heroes SeriesAmerican Friends of Soroka and Photographer Limor Garfinkle present Heroes of Truth: Portraits of Courage celebrating courage and resilience, honoring those who stand in defense of Israel and truth.
Through art, we pay tribute to these heroes and inspire others to stand firm against hatred and injustice. One hundred percent of profits will directly support Soroka’s Department of Psychiatry, offering critical mental health programs for pediatric and adult patients suffering from PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Beyond raising funds, Heroes of Truth aims to inspire action. By showcasing the bravery of those who refuse to stay silent, we send a powerful message: courage and truth will always triumph over silence and oppression.