history

A simple look at the history of roads, the mystery of smoke, and the tallest bridge in the world

Rabbi Yom Tov concluded his words, and his students set fire to the fortress's walls, which began to blaze. The attackers retreated in panic, and the fortress, along with all the Jews of York, ascended in smoke, sanctifying God's name with their lives.

In the kingdom of Judah, from King David to King Zedekiah, the monarchy's line of succession was preserved from father to son for ten generations, spanning approximately 424 years. This achievement is unparalleled in global history. How did King David's lineage achieve what no other has?

Once the largest port and commercial hub in the Bosporus region, Phanagoria thrived for 1,500 years before vanishing from history. Recent archaeological efforts have begun to uncover its hidden Jewish past, revealing what might be the oldest known synagogue.