The Ein Harod Arts Center decided to remove from the exhibition the video in which, as part of the artwork, the artist writes the 4 letters of the explicit name of God on a large sheet of paper - and then sets it on fire.
The museum's decision to remove the exhibit shocked the public, despite the museum's initial insistence not to remove it, following pressure exerted by a number of organizations and public figures.
Lehava Chairman Bentz Gopstein called the museum director and informed her that he intended to demonstrate in front of the Mishkan for the Arts legally.
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The director begged him not to hold the demonstration, and tried to reach a compromise - but he insisted: "The only compromise that will convince us to drop the demonstration is to take down the work and apologize.".
Lev later announced that the Mishkan's management had decided to remove the work.
MK Uri Maklev's office reported: After intensive talks in recent days with the management of the Mishkan for Art - Ein Harod, the museum's director announced this morning to MK Maklev that the exhibit, which sparked a widespread public outcry, will be removed.
Shai Glick, CEO of Belmo: "I congratulate the management of the Mishkan for the Arts who understood the importance of removing the performance and took it down. Freedom of the arts is extremely important. At the same time, there is no doubt that there is a serious violation of the religious feelings of millions. I acknowledge and leave Yerucham.".
