Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai

From Roman persecution and years in the cave to revealing the deepest secrets of the Torah

Musa Berlin, 86, shares his deep connection to music and to the traditions of Mount Meron, where he has performed for decades. In a moving reflection, he speaks about the Meron tragedy and the lasting impact it continues to have on his heart.

A story of perseverance, prayer, and a life-changing moment that transformed heartbreak into marriage and enduring faith

The Midrash Records the Cave of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai—but the Story of the Builder of His Tomb Is One Worth Telling

Explore the life of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, the cave miracle, and the origins of Lag B'Omer celebrations

Rabbi Ovadia Haba, a legendary figure of Meron, has passed away 23 years after doctors had given up hope for his illness. His son, Rabbi Yaakov, shares the moving story of his father’s life, his unique devotion at Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai's tomb, and the blessings he imparted.

Commemorating Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, the End of a Plague, and the Spiritual Power of Lag Ba'Omer

Exploring the unique realm for the righteous in the afterlife and how their influence endures.

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.

Discover the evidence, tradition, and enduring influence of this foundational Kabbalistic text