Letters: Nov. 9, 1981

Sadat's Murder

To the Editors:

With Anwar Sadat's untimely death [Oct. 19], I feel as though a beloved appendage to my life had been brutally chopped off. The state of Israel—and Jewish people like me—has lost a dear friend and ally. I hope all Israelis will join in mourning a true 20th century hero whose 21st century foresight will be woefully missed. Saryl Schwartz Phoenix

While some men cursed the darkness, Sadat lit a candle that continues to light up the world. Jean Nile Harwell New York City

I am an American Jew who...