Gilad Shushan and his wife were on a ferry in Thailand that capsized off the coast of Ko Phi Phi. They were thrown into the water and feared there was no chance of rescue, but then a lifebuoy was thrown their way. In an emotional conversation, Gilad recalled those moments: "Suddenly I saw my late grandfather on the ship. I'm sure it was the merit of my ancestors that saved me."
This Rosh Hashanah, we'll dip our apples in honey, but for some, honey is a year-round companion. Such is the case for Shlomo Rivkin, the legendary beekeeper of Kfar Chabad, who, surprisingly, is allergic to bee stings.
Six years since the passing of Rabbi Rafael Halperin, a man who began as a wrestler post-World War II, pioneered groundbreaking projects, and spent thirty years studying and writing. In a heartfelt conversation, his wife Berti Halperin shares his unforgettable legacy.
The day after the first Shabbat they decided to observe at 'Ducks in the Village,' Iris Levin, the visitor center manager, shares her excitement: "We experienced a Shabbat of rest and tranquility. It is the first social commandment."
When Ohad Dvoret, a counselor at the 'Ezra' youth branch, decided to organize a wedding for a couple lacking means, he couldn't have predicted how things would unfold. Today, he faces over 600 requests from couples pleading: "Help us get married."
Orna Ben Shalosh witnessed firsthand how her daughter was saved from a Katyusha during the Second Lebanon War, leading her to organize the recitation of Tehillim for the Redemption of Israel. "This is the project of my life," she shares.
Ophir Shek is about to establish a unique village integrating residents with special needs alongside 'typical' individuals. "This is not charity," he clarifies, "It is mutual contribution; we do not treat them, we live with them. There is no 'us' and 'them'; there is a community."
How a religious-returning artist transforms discarded materials into meaningful Jewish art — blending sustainability, emotion, and faith in every piece
Living with albinism and visual impairment, Idan faced childhood loneliness. After military service, he turned to faith, finding solace in Torah. Now, he shares his story in a book.
Rabbi Lev Leibman was encouraged by his parents to develop his musical talents since the age of five, becoming an exceptional musician. During his youth, he returned to Judaism, discovering that music is deeply rooted within the Torah and Chassidic teachings. "The palace of music and the world of repentance are adjacent," he explains.
Once a bustling Tel Aviv activist, he found his spiritual path, relocated to Yesod HaMa'ala, and now embraces a unique project.
Wondering what to eat during the Nine Days? If you're tired of the repetitive menu of hot dogs and pizzas, check out the ideas from nutritionist Dr. Rina Garnout. Even if you didn't have time to prepare this year, there's always next year.
At Hidabroot channel, he's usually behind the scenes, but now we have the chance to hear what he has to say. Avishai Shitrit, the puppeteer of 'Tzur' from the popular show 'Tzur Meshelanu', discusses his unique role, the efforts to bring joy to children, and the miraculous providence that led him to this job.
A three-year-old disappears at a family celebration until an electrician follows his heart and changes everything.
Have you ever considered that on the way to Meron you might step on Hashem's holy name? Or assumed that a seemingly innocent picture in a newspaper might need to be preserved? When writing a wedding invitation, did you think twice about the possibility of a verse at the top requiring people to preserve it? Rabbi Eliezer Bundheim established 'The General Geniza' 30 years ago and hasn't stopped raising awareness about the issue and answering endless questions since.
Over 50 years ago, when Kibbutz Lavi built its first synagogue, no one could have imagined it would spark a world-leading furniture enterprise, furnishing over 5000 synagogues. Micha Huberman discusses reconstructing ancient synagogues, building arks over 10 meters tall, and establishing synagogues inside supermarkets and malls.
When the tourist bus in Thailand overturned with Moshe Attiya inside, he felt how 'nature' was taking over him, but only later did he discover that 'nature' in numerology is 'God.' This was the first stop on his journey back to faith, leading to many others following his path.
A nursing home in Dresden has created time rooms that simulate life in East Germany's past to treat dementia patients. The results? Amazing.
Have you ever seen a Talmud Torah with just one classroom containing three students? That's exactly how the Talmud Torah led by Rabbi Yisrael Azoulay looked when it was established about ten years ago. Over the years, the classes grew, and Rabbi Azoulay accompanied the children every step of the way. As part of this, he also published books for them and did everything to inspire a love of Torah within them. What's the secret to success?
Rabbi Doron Rozilio has become a guide for many ba'alei teshuvah in recent years. He is involved in managing the 'Banaich Tzion' community in Givat Ze'ev alongside the community's rabbi, Rabbi Hagai Mazor. "This is a mixed community of ba'alei teshuvah and those born into Haredi families, and we are proud of it."
