Shemittah: The Land of Israel Takes a Sabbatical
You may not be a farmer but the laws of Shemittah apply even if you only own a patch of garden!
You may not be a farmer but the laws of Shemittah apply even if you only own a patch of garden!
Shemittah is the Shabbat of Eretz Yisrael and we must ensure the Land rests
Days before Yom Kippur, Rabbi Isaac Fried, Chairman of Hidabroot, recalls a touching moment in the room of the sage Rabbi Yosef Shalom Elyashiv zt"l, forever engraved in his heart.
A massive quarry dating back to the Second Temple era, featuring exceptionally large building stones, has been uncovered in Jerusalem's Har Hotzvim. This discovery sheds light on the ancient processes of stone extraction used in Jerusalem's extensive construction projects.
What does Judaism teach about the Garden of Eden? Learn how Gan Eden is understood as both a place and a spiritual reality, and what it reveals about life after death.
A comprehensive guide to observance of this special mitzvah
Which fire saved lives? Did Emperor Nero really play the fiddle while Rome burned? And what do the great fires of San Francisco and Tokyo have in common?
Recent archaeological digs in the City of David reveal signs of an earthquake mentioned in the Bible that shook Jerusalem 2,800 years ago.
How can you survive summer vacation with one or more kids with ADHD at home? Experts and experienced parents share tips.
In 1492, the Spanish monarchs expelled the Jews who had thrived in Spain for centuries. On Tisha B'Av of that year, tens of thousands of families were forced into exile, setting out on a painful journey to find new lands for settlement.
The words "Miami disaster" appear in the Torah with a skip interval of 900 letters, alongside the date of the disaster, and a hint about where we need to strengthen ourselves. Delve into the details.
Obesity is not just a passing condition. It is a chronic disease impacting the entire Western world. What are its damages, and how do we combat it?
How to recognize diabetes, what is prediabetes, and how do you know it exists? All the essential information for your health.
What was the most difficult period of his life? Why did he have to leave his home and job, and what is his main mission in life? The righteous convert, Nissim Black, in an inspiring interview, featuring an impressive digital painting by illustrator and graphic designer Avraham Neuwirth.
Today marks thirty days since the tragic incident at Meron, where 45 souls ascended. Among them was Rabbi Moshe Tserfi, who shared a miraculous story of survival from a deadly accident 20 years prior.
How Their Commitment to Shabbat Protected the Brothers' Lives and Business
"I saw a very, very bright light at the end of a tunnel. I saw people trying to rescue me from the car": The moving story of Dekel, who experienced a near-death incident and returned with a chilling account.
One of the injured present at Meron during the disaster, who even experienced clinical death, recounts his journey to the celestial court where he was asked, 'Why should we return you?' His answer will touch your heart.
How a son on the autism spectrum found belonging in Judaism — and what his journey teaches us about empathy, unity, and embracing differences
The Meron tragedy is mentioned in a famous verse inscribed at the entrance to Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai's tomb in Meron. This verse serves to strengthen us during the difficult times that will come upon the people of Israel in the end of days. Enter for all the details.