Judaism

Yaakov Tzvi Gruner was only 8 when the Nazis invaded Poland, thrusting his life into danger. After his family was murdered, he escaped to a church, where he grew up and eventually became a priest. This week, he passed away, leaving one request: "To be buried as a Jew." Rabbi Shalom Malul, who was close to him in recent years, reveals his poignant story.

Yitzhak Pintosevich: From World-Class Runner to Respected Coach

From Hollywood success to spiritual rebirth at Rachel's Tomb, Yosef Soker shares his journey of returning to Judaism in honor of Rachel Imenu's yahrzeit.

A Jewish mother whispered a prayer for her son—and Hashem sent a traveling businessman to bring a Bar Mitzvah to life.

After leading a successful career as a photographer, accompanying political campaigns, and reaching the pinnacle of success, Kobi Klemenovitz decided to document Jews flying to Uman. This decision transformed his life, and now he shares his fascinating story.

A Belgian Businessman’s Test of Faith

Dori Levi grew up among Israel's elite in Savion but found himself drawn to Judaism. How did he balance this with psychology studies, and why does he believe psychological methods could endanger the religious person?

A Timeless Declaration That Grounds Jewish Life with Clarity, Confidence, and Connection

How a Peruvian woman discovered truth, embraced Jewish life, and built a Torah home with faith, courage, and divine providence

A powerful personal story of faith, aliyah, and dedication to children’s emotional growth through Torah values

Judaism, inspiration, resilience, and the deep happiness found at the Shabbat table

How one Holocaust survivor kept his identity, his tefillin, and his mother’s last words alive

Self-awareness, nature, and spiritual connection can heal body and soul.

A moving life journey through motherhood, spiritual growth, Jewish identity, and the deep connection between family, prayer, and hope

What distinguishes a vow from an oath in Judaism? Explore the sages’ insights and the biblical stories that highlight the power of spoken words.

Eliahu (Eli Ran) Hirsch is a lecturer in the Faculty of Sciences in Holon and also leads his life as a yeshiva student. "When I come to lectures, the students look shocked, it's an opportunity for me to explain a thing or two about Judaism." And what do the professors at the college say about this?

Though once steeped in idolatry, Terach’s journey from spiritual darkness to repentance offers a powerful glimpse into legacy, transformation, and the merit of a righteous son

Artists, comedians, and other celebrities offer a fascinating glimpse into their lives, along with empowering insights. Here's a roundup of the most-loved magazine stories from last month on the Hidabroot website.

The Israeli singer-songwriter opens up about privacy and creativity, Shabbat and modesty, spiritual growth, and how faith, restraint, and simple living shape both her music and her life

Practical tools, backed by Jewish wisdom, to overcome negative thoughts and boost your mood.