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Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai wrote the mystical Zohar during his years in hiding. Passed in secrecy for generations, the Zohar went public about 700 years ago.

Rashi's script was popular in medieval Spain. It distinguished biblical letters from Rashi's commentary. Yet, Rashi himself likely never used it.

In memory of Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu zt"l, a spiritual pillar for Torah and the Jewish people. Who was Rabbi Eliyahu truly? Here's what you might not know, but need to.

A childhood recovery, a blessing from the Baba Sali, and the timeless lessons of a true tzaddik in a world of false “rabbis”

According to tradition, Yocheved is buried in the Tomb of the Matriarchs in Tiberias, alongside Zipporah, wife of Moses; Elisheva, daughter of Amminadav; Bilhah and Zilpah, wives of Jacob; and Rachel, wife of Rabbi Akiva.

Samuel is attributed to the tribe of Levi and descended from Korah. His mother, Hannah, was barren for many years. Discover ten intriguing facts about Samuel the Prophet, who passed away at a young age.

For 40 years, she led Israel, one of the seven prophetesses over the ages, and spearheaded the fight against Jabin and Sisera. Discover 10 fascinating facts about Deborah the Prophetess.

The esteemed commentary "Or HaChaim" and its author, Rabbi Chaim ben Attar, have commanded admiration among Torah scholars, notably within the Chassidic movement. In honor of his yahrzeit, we explore the life and legacy of Rabbi Chaim ben Attar.

After recent losses of prominent figures like Baba Elazar, Rebbetzin Kanievsky, and Rabbi Finkel, the Jewish community faces another profound loss. Rabbi Yosef Shalom Elyashiv, the great Torah scholar and father of Israeli Orthodox Judaism, has left the world, leaving behind a sense of shock, confusion, and an irreplaceable void.

Jacob wouldn't give up and worked another seven years, eventually marrying Rachel. Hence the expression: "With Rachel, your younger daughter," which are Jacob's words to Laban, meaning an explicit statement to avoid deception.

He was a gentle and thin man, who ate and drank sparingly, mostly kept to himself, and received only men. Yet, his reputation preceded him, drawing thousands from all over the country and the world.

A comprehensive look at Rashi’s origins, his daughters and descendants, his scholarship, and the legends that shaped his legacy