Jewish heritage

What the Nazis couldn’t destroy, others did. Jews were told it was a 'temporary evacuation,' but it was the end of a centuries-old community in Tripoli.

When the Sultan's entourage arrived in the morning, they found the tree bent and withered. "What a pity," they thought, "that such a beautiful tree is now ruined. There's no point in using its timber." They went to find another tree for the Sultan. But as soon as they left, the tree sprang back to life, its branches stretching skyward once more.

The first secular aliyah, the Bilu'im, was entirely supported by donations. Six out of the first seven colonies were funded by Baron Rothschild. Gedera was rejected by him due to its roots in nihilism, and financially could not stand alone.

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.

Ben Shapiro visits with his family: "It's important to come here, experience Jerusalem's spiritual connection, and support Jewish heritage."

One fateful night, Aharon Hershler faced a band of robbers led by a notorious thief named Abu Isa. He courageously fought them off but was fatally shot when Abu Isa feared Aharon recognized him and could inform the authorities.

Among pages written in various languages, a Hebrew page was discovered on Chinese paper from the eighth century, around 1,200 years ago, during the Gaonic period. The page contains a Selichot text, marked with Babylonian vowel points. It is one of the oldest Hebrew manuscripts on paper.

In the 16th century, the entire population of the land was around 250,000 people. Such a number was insufficient to settle a land. Without inhabitants, the land naturally became desolate, rivers turned into marshes, and ruins into lairs for bandits and wild animals.

A century ago, the outlook for premature babies was bleak. Considered lost causes, no efforts were made to save them. Enter Michael Coney, a Jewish man who turned this perception on its head.

Exploring ancient Hittite laws sheds light on the biblical narrative of Abraham's acquisition of the Cave of Machpelah. What seems peculiar at first glance—all the discussions, negotiations, and rituals—actually aligns with the customs of the time.

Moments before the chaos, a mail carriage arrived carrying a letter from Emperor Leopold II himself. Sent from the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, the letter held the police chief of Bamberg personally accountable for any harm to the Jews.

A colossal figure slowly ascended the path toward the pass. Impossible to identify, its strange, unfamiliar sound echoed. Could it be a monster approaching?

In the late 14th century, tensions arose between the monarchy and numerous nobles in Spain, leading to Jews being targeted. Both sides accused Jews of supporting their opposition.

Judith Montefiore, the wife of Sir Moses Montefiore, was a remarkable woman in her own right. Her contributions to the Jewish community were as significant as her husband's.

Abraham's nephew, Lot, was influenced by him but ultimately chose a different path. This decision led to their separation, as Abraham's ideals couldn't align with Lot's actions.

*Tuvia* heard that in Padua, Italy, Jews aren't discriminated against, and he could earn a doctorate there. He traveled, completed his studies, and even received medical certification. At the same time, he was offered the position of personal physician to Ottoman Sultan Mehmed IV, and he accepted.

Under Nazi orders, scientists developed a fake vaccine while secretly crafting a real one to save lives.

Residents considered fleeing, but escape was impossible—just sea and dunes, and snipers... 17 fell to sniper fire. Arabs attempted infiltration, were spotted and shot, but how could a small neighborhood hold out, surrounded by a sea of hostility?

The Rabbi warned of the consequences he'd face if he questioned Christianity, where even questioning it could be a death sentence. How did this debate unfold with such high stakes?

As his family relocated to London, David Sassoon began amassing rare manuscripts from across the globe. With his resources and connections, he successfully acquired a vast and impressive collection of manuscripts, which gradually became known as the "Sassoon Collection."