Articles by Shlomo Tomer

The history, reasons, and rabbinic perspectives behind the unusual Jewish custom observed by some communities in the Diaspora

Surrounded by enemies and trapped behind palace walls, the Jews of Mazybuz turned to prayer and courage. What happened next became a miracle remembered for generations as Mordechai Purim.

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.

Rabbi Yitzchak Dovid Grossman of Migdal HaEmek recounts a miracle he witnessed: visiting the Baba Sali with a plea to save a young girl in critical condition, only to see her awaken as the Baba Sali announced 'the prayer is answered.'

A story of humility, wisdom, and devotion that continues to inspire generations of women worldwide

Two weeks ago, the benevolent and Israel-loving Jenny Rivka Sofer passed away suddenly. Rabbi Zamir Cohen, Hidabroot Deputy Director Nir Garmi, and close acquaintances share stories of this exceptional and rare figure.

On the 17th of Shevat, 1868, Rabbi Chaim Palagi, the esteemed leader of the Izmir Jewish community, passed away.

Gutman Locks was a wealthy Jew who made millions, became a guru in India and the USA, then a Christian healer. His journey ended in Israel, where for thirty years he has been helping Jews put on tefillin at the Western Wall every day.

How a Rabbi's Insights Led to the Rescue of a Kidnapped Child

Discover how the Belz Rebbe escaped the clutches of the Nazis and continued to lead his community to new heights in Israel.

Why was the 2nd of Sh'vat declared a festival? Discover the fate of King Yannai and how 70 elders were saved.

On this day 137 years ago, Rabbi Moshe Schick, one of Hungary's greatest rabbis and a dedicated student of the Chasam Sofer, passed away.

The tale of Jerusalem's deliverance on the 25th of Tevet.

From child prodigy to spiritual revolutionary: the life, imprisonment, and legacy of the Alter Rebbe, author of the Tanya and the Shulchan Aruch HaRav

*On this day in Jewish history, Tripoli's Jews were saved from a massacre in 1705. This victory is celebrated annually as Purim Ashrif.*

A miraculous event in Prague saved a Jewish man from execution over a theft that never happened.

On this day, the 18th of Tevet, about 175 years ago, the renowned Rabbi Tzvi Elimelech Shapira of Dinov passed away.

Honoring the Yahrtzeit of the revered Rabbi and Kabbalist, Chacham Salman Mutzafi

On this day 77 years ago, Rabbi Yaish Krispin of blessed memory passed away.

On this day 88 years ago, Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky was born.