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."
Idan Abohav, a secular attorney, is leading efforts to protect the observance of Shabbat in Israel. His initiatives include pushing for the closure of businesses open on Shabbat and enforcing laws against employing Jews on this day. Why is this important to him?
Fifty years after the Six-Day War, it's unveiled that Israel planned to detonate a nuclear device on a mountain in the Sinai Peninsula.
After Elad Tzadikov transformed his life and returned to religious observance, he now fights for Herzliya's residents against the encroaching influence of the Reform and Conservative movements. "They are spreading their content everywhere in the city, and the residents remain unaware," he claims, vowing, "I will continue to fight, wherever I may be."
The artist Yaakov Kimchi returned to faith ten years after his dear friend Yoni Gerstein started 'losing his way' (as he puts it). Recently, he decided to write stories to touch the hearts of others. Hence, the books 'Surprise', 'Shabbat', 'Religious Coercion', and more were born. And what will you say to the fact that he's dyslexic?
Gilad Levene embarked on a musical career, which led him to an unforgettable encounter at a billionaire's birthday party. Spending Shabbat with his sister helped him uncover profound insights.
For 17 years, clarinetist David Heller has been playing at the Hilula of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai in Meron, experiencing indescribable emotion. What songs are played there? And how does it feel when the Rebbe ignites the torch and the fire is lit? "In honor of the godly Tanna Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai"
Avi Applebaum is a fire torch artist who performs spectacular (and frightening) juggling shows with burning torches. For him, Lag BaOmer is year-round, not just because of the fire, but also because he is a neighbor of Rabbi Shimon and visits him twice a day.
What led the owners of 'Jordan River Rafting' to cease operations on Shabbat? How do they handle the loss of around 4,000 visitors weekly, and what blessing did they receive from Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky? Eran Gigi, one of the site's owners who surprised everyone with this bold decision, in an open-hearted interview.
Rabbi Yigal Miller, once the epitome of Israeli education and patriotism, organized Independence Day ceremonies at his school and was chosen by the government to teach Zionism to youth. However, everything changed when he realized the truth about the land's foundation.
Rabbi Yaakov Kugel has spent years guiding grooms and couples, during which he frequently met many *ba'alei teshuva*. He concluded that unique educational frameworks are required for them, leading to the establishment of Yeshivat Netivot Eish in Yad Binyamin.
What did the Rebbe of Lubavitch tell Prime Minister Netanyahu that guides him to this day? What does the Prime Minister do every Shabbat with his son Avner, and what, in his opinion, is the secret of Judaism? The writers of 'Mishpacha' uncovered this in a Jewish, non-political interview.
As Passover approaches, halachic questions arise: Can medicines containing chametz be consumed? Should wheat flour be burned? Do disposable napkins and cutlery require special kosher certification? Rabbi Yosef Zritzky provides clear answers.
Ido Halperin, a renowned numerologist, left numerology for Judaism after a profound dream. "I realized the Jewish people are above fortune, so there's no logic in following numerology," he says. What has he chosen to do instead?
Discover the difference between fear and anxiety, common triggers, and how CBT therapy and gradual exposure can help you break free from the cycle of panic and worry.
Eldad Levi traveled worldwide to collect ancient musical instruments and establish a museum symbolizing music throughout the years of exile, anticipating the building of the Temple. How did he react when he discovered that Muslims also visit the museum?
