Inspiring Stories from Kislev: Highlights of Jewish Life

Pandemic Parenting: How Ziva Meir Found Joy Amidst Chaos The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted routines worldwide, including renowned parenting mentor Ziva Meir's. In a special interview, she reveals how adapting to the new reality brought unexpected happiness and recounts a heartfelt night of prayer for her son, singer Yitzhak Meir. Read more here.

Ziva Meir

From Tallits to Turning Points: An artisan shares his return to faith and the upheavals that followed.Read more here.

Ori Paran (Photo: Natalie Cohen Kadush)

The Strength in Loss: Creating a World of Kindness Meet Abraham Herzlick, 81, who turned personal tragedy into a life of Torah learning and community service. Read more here.

Abraham Herzlick

Ariel Zilber Reflects on Aging, Injustice, and COVID-19 The artist opens up about the newfound challenges of old age and his thoughts on the current global crises. Read more here.

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"30 Years in Prison, 7 in Solitary": The Trials of Pollard Effie Lehav discusses the harsh sentence of Jonathan Pollard, the global campaign for his release, and Pollard's relentless hope. Read more here.

(Photo: Effie Lehav)

A Soldier's Promise: A Journey of Faith Under Fire An Israeli soldier makes a remarkable vow amidst the chaos of war, leading to a series of miraculous events. Read more here.

In circle: Rabbi Ben Zion Salmi (Photo: Merav Bin Shishportish)

Avital Keshet's Transformative Move Discover how living near Bnei Brak opened up a new world for Avital, leading to a personal and professional reinvention alongside her husband. Read more here.

Avital moderates at Uri Zvi Greenberg House

Behind the Masks: What We Learned from the Pandemic The COVID era changed us in unexpected ways. Explore our personal discoveries during these challenging times. Read more here.

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"Lecturing and Learning: A Mission of Faith" Meet Eliahu Eliran Hirsh, a science lecturer who combines his academic life with a devout commitment as a full-time Torah scholar. Read more here.

Eliahu Eliran Hirsh

The Impact of COVID-19 on Animals Fascinating insights from Dr. Yael Farg, Deputy Dean, and Dr. Shiri Tzemach-Shmir, a leading figure in ecology-economics. Read more here.

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"Celebrating Chanukah at Christmas? That's Too Much!" A cultural clash in the festive season. Read more here.

(In circle: Elad Tzadikov)

A Mother's Harrowing Escape Galit Pupok's escape from Gaza, leaving her daughters behind, is a gripping tale of survival and heartbreak without a happy ending. Read more here.

In circle: Galit Pupok (Photos: Lahav)

"No Secret, Just *Siyaata Dishmaya*" Revealing the success of Rebbetzin Rivka Gedlevitz in matchmaking for Russian immigrants over 30 years. Read more here.

In circle: Rebbetzin Rivka Gedlevitz

"Doctors Said My Baby Couldn't Survive" A miraculous journey of faith and determination, as Inbal Azulai's child defies medical odds. Read more here.

Ilai, son of Inbal Azulai

Understanding the Talmud: Making It Accessible Rabbi Yudlov's revolutionary approach to teaching Talmud inspires a new generation. Read more here.

(Photo Illustration: Nati Shochat / Flash 90)

The Sign Language Narrator Michael Isaac, an extraordinary storyteller, shares his unlikely journey to marrying a woman with a hearing impairment. Read more here.

Michael Isaac and his wife Linoy

The Cemetery Investigator: Rediscovering Heritage Mordechai Motulla uncovers buried family histories at Jerusalem's Mount of Olives. Read more here.

Mordechai Motulla

Shared Grief, Unwavering Belief Widows of the Carmel disaster discuss finding strength through faith and community. Read more here.

Ortal Malka and Galit Elkaly

From DJ to Charity Heroine Hani Goldstein reinvented herself as a heartfelt advocate for special needs children during the pandemic. Read more here.

Hani Goldstein

Cooking for Shabbat: One Man's Pandemic Mission Chaim Shlomo Bernstein's family ordeal led to his unique Shabbat meal initiative for COVID-affected families. Read more here.

Chaim Shlomo Bernstein

Reviving a Bar Mitzvah Miracle At age 83, Moshe Porat cherishes the hidden legacy of his secret Bar Mitzvah during wartime. Read more here.

Moshe Porat

Living Jewishly Under Regime In Venezuela, Koti Krasiante manages vibrant Jewish life amidst challenging conditions. Read more here.

Venezuela (Photo: shutterstock)