Jewish community

An intimate portrait of Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky z"l, seen through the eyes of his granddaughter. A remembrance of Torah, simplicity, and a life that guided countless others while anchoring his family.

A hidden miracle from Jewish history reveals the power of faith, unity, and divine intervention. Discover how the Jews of Zaragoza were saved from destruction and why they established the 18th of Shevat as a lasting day of gratitude and joy.

How does one family sustain Jewish life on the beaches of Goa? This moving story follows Neta Merili and her family on their mission from Israel to India, and the vibrant community they have built through faith, resilience, hospitality, and devotion.

Jewish residents of Shimon HaTzadik on daily life, security fears, and why they refuse to leave

Hannah Buchinger, a devoted mother and grandmother, shares her experiences of life in Strasbourg, France, where a vibrant Jewish community continues to thrive despite challenges such as antisemitism and political unrest.

As antisemitism intensifies across Europe, Israelis are increasingly facing hostility abroad. In this interview, Sasha Roitman, CEO of the Combat Antisemitism Movement, sheds light on the growing trend, explains what’s driving it, and shares a clear warning for Jews worldwide.

From craving Israeli snacks to community building in Chile, Yael Sirota shares her story.

Discover the captivating blend of breathtaking landscapes, everyday safety fears, and a thriving Jewish community that defines Rivka Tamim's life in São Paulo, Brazil.

Early Shabbat in winter, midnight sunsets in summer, vegetarian living due to kosher slaughter bans, and building Jewish identity

A Miami classroom, a whispered “Shema Yisrael,” and the mission that grew into a nationwide network to reconnect Israeli expats to Torah, identity, and Jewish community

For 45 years, Dr. Eli Schussheim led Efrat, saving nearly 80,000 children. How did a surgeon become a lifesaver of unborn children? What challenges did he face, and what led him to abandon his medical degree after two grueling years of study?

Idit Muafra shares her experiences of Jewish life in Panama City, touching on the community's unity, educational opportunities, and the challenges faced during COVID-19.

After a devastating family loss, the Breslov leader of Chut Shel Chesed speaks about emunah, grief, joy, and the call to strengthen love of Israel

After losing their son Moshe to leukemia, David and Miriam transformed their grief into a mission that reshaped Jewish medical history. This powerful story traces the creation of the world’s largest Jewish bone marrow registry and the thousands of lives saved through Moshe’s legacy.

Hadara Chazan was preparing to move to Israel, celebrate her sister’s wedding, and reunite with friends. But Hashem had other plans. After suffering cardiac arrest on a train in Belgium, her life took a dramatic turn. “I experienced a miracle,” she says. “Hashem brought me back to life, and there is surely a reason for it.”

Deborah Hazan and her family are working to rebuild Jewish life in northern Italy, opening their home and Shabbat table to Jews searching for connection. Through quiet dedication and faith, they are helping revive a community that once nearly disappeared.

How a devastating hurricane shattered a dream island life, sparked a spiritual rebirth, and led to building a thriving Jewish community at the edge of the world

Bahraini parliament member Nancy Khadouri opens a window into the life of the Jewish community in Bahrain, sharing its history, challenges, and hopes in the era of normalization.

For decades, Shifra Chava has been rescuing food from being tossed into the trash, redirecting uneaten meals from events and restaurants to those who need them the most.