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Rabbeinu Bahya reveals the path to a life full of peace, trust, and abundance with a profound interpretation on the connection between faith and livelihood.

Why do we hear heartbeats? How does a fish open its eyes freely underwater? And how does food "know" to go into the esophagus and not the windpipe?

"When you truly feel that you are one unit, you can't be happy and joyful when Miri is sad. That's why all the decisions you make, you don't make them independently, but together with Miri, because she is naturally affected by every decision. You are one unit."

A comforting homemade dish of chicken with potatoes and sweet potato in a rich lemony seasoning. This pot is perfect for any family meal and fills the house with amazing aromas, so if you're also wondering what to make for lunch today - we think you can stop hesitating.

The northern city is recovering and embarking on a new path with thousands of new housing units, commercial and employment areas, and comprehensive infrastructure rehabilitation.

For months, the Jewish soldier David Strober was considered missing, and now he has been laid to rest in the Jewish cemetery in his hometown of Vinnytsia.

Who tells you the story? And how much space do events of growth and unity occupy in our consciousness?

She said she started to feel strange sensations in her body. Her eyes rolled in their sockets. Her sense of time and place faded. She felt like she was melting into a black hole.

Our father Jacob, in his request to dwell in peace, is actually asking for redemption. Since our sages (Yevamot 64a) said that 'Hashem desires the prayers of the righteous,' it is understood that Hashem awaits the descendants of Jacob to also ask, pray, and even demand redemption.

'There is a great privilege in giving someone the chance to hear holy songs with the sounds and styles they know and love,' says the singer

Living in a Fleeting World: What Is the True Meaning of Our Existence and How Can We Fulfill Our Purpose in This World and the Next?

There are no pictures of the father of the bridegroom, who lost his future son-in-law, sitting in front of the Talmud in the early morning at his quiet home in Ofra, after a sleepless night, before a busy day at the clinic, trying to cling to the daily page. How many more heroes like him exist?

The sense of smell shows us the essence of things without any analysis, just like the eye sees the mechanics of things. Therefore, a person can say that food stinks, defining its essence without perceiving it through sight or hearing, thereby knowing if something is bad or good.

Rabbeinu Yakir was one of the great Tosafists, but anyone studying the Tosafot will not find his name mentioned even once. Why?

It seemed once again that the stature of the Jews was rising within the Seleucid Hellenistic Empire they had joined. The opinion that the Jews were people who would stand by their word and are loyal spread also through the Seleucid Empire. It seemed to look better and better, what could possibly go wrong?

Rabbi Eli Stefanski lived in a luxury villa in Chicago, owned thousands of apartments, and managed global businesses until he felt something spiritual was missing. He then made a dramatic change and now delivers the largest daily Talmud class in the world. "This is my best business," he claims.

Antisemitic hate incidents in Canada hit record highs: A 670% increase in violent incidents against Jews in the country. Synagogues attacked, shootings at Jewish educational institutions, and a display glorifying Yahya Sinwar on the streets of Toronto. The Jewish community lives in fear: "Don't feel safe even with a kippah on the street."

Archaeological Discovery in Zippori: A 1,500-Year-Old Clay Lamp Reveals Details About Daily Life During the Mishnah and Talmud Periods

Do the deceased know what happens to their loved ones in this world? Rabbi Yehuda Yitzhaki with a chilling firsthand story.

Lachmagine, the well-known Middle Eastern pastry, can become a simple and quick dish when reduced to only three ingredients. This dish is perfect for those who want to enjoy authentic flavors with minimal effort.

Food experts and nutritionists from around the world agree that there are certain foods they would never include in their diet. Whether it's due to problematic nutritional composition, health risks, or harmful production processes, these foods are off-limits. Here are their quotes and names from around the globe:

Due to mistaken identity: An F/A-18 fighter jet was shot down by "friendly" fire over the Red Sea. Both pilots were rescued alive, with one sustaining only minor injuries.

20 minutes of walking in nature is a simple, accessible, and effective way to improve your mental and physical health. Try it today – the change you experience might be much more significant than you expected.

Keeping your trash can clean and fresh isn't a hard task – all it takes is some attention and regular maintenance. With these tips, you can keep your kitchen fresh and pleasant without dealing with bad odors.

Leftover paint can serve as a great base for original and surprising design projects. Next time you finish painting a wall, don't rush to dispose of the leftovers—use them for your next projects.

Where do we learn that monetary cases require three judges? What is the ruling if two judges preside? Damage and half damage. Join Rabbi Eli Stefansky's engaging class on the daily page sequence.

The painting "The Temple Menorah" by Yossi Biton combines Jewish tradition with a contemporary artistic approach. The work focuses on the symbolism of the Temple Menorah and the universal message of the victory of light over darkness, in the spirit of Chanukah.

The painting 'Menorah of the Temple' by Yossi Biton combines Jewish tradition with a contemporary artistic approach. The work focuses on the symbolism of the Menorah from the Temple and the universal message of light triumphing over darkness, in the spirit of Chanukah.

The painting 'Temple Menorah' by Yossi Biton combines Jewish tradition with a contemporary artistic approach. The piece focuses on the symbolism of the Temple menorah and the universal message of light overcoming darkness, in the spirit of Chanukah.

The painting 'The Temple Menorah' by Yossi Biton combines Jewish tradition with a contemporary artistic approach. The work focuses on the symbolism of the Temple Menorah and the universal message of the triumph of light over darkness, in the spirit of the Hanukkah holiday.

The painting 'The Temple Menorah' by Yossi Bitton combines Jewish tradition with a contemporary artistic approach. The work focuses on the symbolism of the Temple Menorah and the universal message of the triumph of light over darkness, in the spirit of the Chanukah holiday.

The painting "Menorah of the Temple" by Yossi Bitton merges Jewish tradition with a contemporary artistic approach. The artwork focuses on the symbolism of the Temple's menorah and the universal message of light conquering darkness in the spirit of Chanukah.

The painting 'The Temple Menorah' by Yossi Bitton combines Jewish tradition with a contemporary artistic approach. The work focuses on the symbolism of the Temple Menorah and the universal message of the triumph of light over darkness, in the spirit of Chanukah.

Eric Adams, the Mayor of New York City, celebrates the holiday of Chanukah and praises the Jews: 'When a hurricane hit Haiti, Israel was among the first countries to provide aid.' Watch

Member of Knesset Tzvi Sukkot completed the tractate Bava Batra in the Knesset plenum, as part of the daily page study, and sent a message to the people of Israel to join in: 'Now is the time to jump on the wagon.' Watch

Rabbi Menachem Mendel Pomerantz Provides an Inspiring Torah Commentary on Parashat Vayeshev from the Teachings of the 'Baal HaAkeida,' Rabbi Yitzchak Arama

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivers a sharp and firm message to the Houthis after a missile they launched fell in Ramat Gan: 'They are not just attacking us. When Israel acts against the Houthis, it acts for the whole world.'

Rice is one of the most common foods in the world, appreciated for being a readily available source of energy and easy to digest. However, consuming large quantities of it may lead to certain effects on the body. Here are a few of them.

A lawyer went on a trip with her daughter in the Carmel forests and was bitten by a venomous spider, leading to a 'medical nightmare.' Now she warns others, especially after trips in the Carmel area.

As the hope for the return of the captives grows stronger, we return to the first captive, Joseph the Righteous. What sustained him during those long years? What kept him going? Rebbetzin Yemima Mizrachi on the family that never stopped dreaming.

Ayelet Smorano, mother of the kidnapped Yonatan Smorano, waits every day for her son's return and is unwilling to accept the determination that he is not alive. She also has a request: "Join the Worldwide Shabbat for the Return of the Kidnapped."

"So, Mom, how was it?". How much they want us to enjoy. To be impressed. To understand. To experience. To be part of their lives. I sat down and detailed the entire lineup for her. But the first thing I told her was about Rivki.

The absurdity is that the avoidance itself disrupts functioning and increases helplessness in the face of future attacks. The most effective way to treat and regain a sense of control is to accept the situation without trying to resist or avoid it.

Every word in the Torah is Hashem's speech. Discover how your study becomes a direct connection with Hashem every moment.

I was 100% sure they were saying "Strong and Clear" to him, and I always wondered why they said it to him at the end of the prayer and not at the beginning, to remind him?

Verses of Praise: Rabbi Pinkus reveals how to turn prayer into an empowering experience filled with renewal, joy, and attachment every day.

Israeli Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, makes an unusual appeal in Persian to the Iranian people: "Act now, the people of Israel stand with you. You have the power to restore the greatness of the Iranian nation."

For years, grandmothers have known the big secret of green vegetables, which they tend to add abundantly to stews. Here is an ancient grandma's remedy with cilantro that significantly eases the digestive system.

A four-year-old showed resourcefulness and managed to save his mother who fainted at their home by calling in the food delivery man to check on her.

Rabbi Chaim David Kowalski with a life message from the Gemara, following the daily page order. This time: Sanhedrin, Page 2

Joseph, over the years, and especially in difficult situations, does not complain about his condition, does not express bitterness, and does not choose a path of violence or delinquency. Joseph continues to stick to his life's strategy - to believe in himself.

This is Yosef, and this is the secret of his success. We learned a great lesson from Yosef – turning every fall into new growth.

At the end of the meeting with this mom, I thought about the strength and power educators and teachers have, that with one sentence they can breathe new life into tired mothers, and remind them why the world needs them.

The owner of 'Yitzhar' winery, who was severely injured by terrorist shooting, returned to the winery after recovering. Watch how he blesses the separation of tithes.

While most people only add apple cider vinegar to salads, here's what professional chefs do with it.

A Minute on Halacha: With the Head of the Halacha Line and Member of the Spiritual Management at Hidabrut, Rabbi Yaron Ashkenazi Shlit'a

*Lamed* is the quest for purpose, and hence when one wants to understand the purpose of something, they ask "Why?" "What" is the essence of the thing, and together with *Lamed*, it is the question "Why?"

The Jews of the Land of Israel fell between a rock and a hard place. Ptolemy III demanded more taxes from them to finance his war campaigns, where he 'defends' his territory. This was his legal right, of course, but it caused much resentment.

Khosrow was the twenty-second king of the Persian Sasanian Empire, and some believe he was the greatest of them all. Indeed, he was invincible. But within his royal palace, on his bed, in his sleep, someone apparently succeeded in defeating him or injuring him. Who was it? You won't believe it.

Every Thursday at 20:30: The weekly lesson of Rabbi Zamir Cohen. This time: Do Good Be Good. The lesson takes place at Tehilla Aviv Synagogue, 2 Shraga Friedman Street, Tel Aviv. Doors open at 20:00.

The Chafetz Chaim explains how our words influence our fate: 'Know in his soul that from now after the story, if he repeats it, the wrongdoing will immediately be held against him from above, for speaking about his friend.'

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Rabbi Shai Atari in a special lesson on Parashat Vayeshev, where we learn the way to listen to ourselves and to others. Watch

Sleepless nights during stressful times are a common issue, but there's a lot you can do to improve the situation. Here are the important details.

Instead of buying expensive storage solutions, try looking around and thinking outside the box. Items you already have at home can easily become smart storage solutions, saving money and being environmentally friendly. All you need is a little creativity.

The whole family is sitting around the Shabbat table, and it's a great opportunity to convey an educational message through a short and strengthening story. This time: Am I Doing Okay?

House chores are often seen as a punishment or as something to avoid, but what if we told you that you can turn them into quality family time and even shared enjoyment? With a few creative ideas and simple tips, even cleaning the house can become a family celebration.

Play-Doh is much more than just a simple childhood game. With a bit of creativity and imagination, it can become a useful and artistic tool for both kids and adults. So next time you take out the Play-Doh box, try one of these surprising ideas and discover a whole new world of possibilities.

Columbia University decided to teach a course on Zionism, from the perspective of a Hamas supporter. In response, Prof. Lawrence Rosenblatt, a lecturer of International Relations, resigned: 'This move proves that Columbia University has lost its moral compass.'

Hidabroot launches the Hidabroot Shorts app, allowing you to watch short, Jewish, and inspiring videos without browsing problematic places.

Luis Herr, who was rescued from Gaza in an IDF military operation, was welcomed with dancing at Bnei Akiva Yeshiva and blessed Hagomel. Watch

Is Israel really that poor, and which country in the world pays the highest salaries? Here's an international comparison that reveals the full picture.

Since it happens gradually, she doesn't notice the emotional baggage building up, and suddenly a small and trivial matter causes her to burst out at her husband.

In his commentary on Parashat Vayeshev, the Ramban teaches us that even when all seems lost, the hand from above guides the way.

If your washing machine is leaving a bad smell on your clothes, don't give up – there are simple solutions to easily bring back the freshness.

Rabbi Avraham Yosef with a daily halacha, and this time - must we read the two mikra and one targum with the cantillation marks?

Rabbenu Bechaye reveals the way to perfect balance between initiative and faith, and explains why success always depends solely on Hashem's decree.

How One Woman, a Cheese Sandwich, and a Simple Word Made a Black Child Feel a Sense of Belonging – and Paved the Way to Astounding Success

Are you engaged or in your first year of marriage? Hidabroot invites you to a special workshop on the foundations of the Jewish home and building the first year as a basis for life. Hurry to register.

There is still no requirement to carry a certificate in the field of "what might harm the tender souls entrusted to us, how to recognize when it happens, and what to do with it." But you must know this.

Elia Sabag was born about four and a half months early, and doctors gave him a slim chance to survive. But with faith and determination, he went through an incredible journey. Now, his mother shares the great miracles and personal care that accompanied them throughout the journey.

Rabbi Shlomo Ibn Gabirol was one of the famous and influential figures in Jewish history, a poet, philosopher, and Torah scholar, but his life was brief and full of suffering. He endured illness and pain, and passed away at only 37 years old.

When comparing the Jewish people's honor rise after the translation and the non-Jews' recognition of the Torah's contents, we might assume that this greatly pleased the Jewish sages. But that wasn't the case.

Mati Shriki in a special single for days of national challenge, composed by the renowned composer Meir Martin Widerker. Listen now

For the coronation of Maran the Rishon LeZion, Rabbi David Yosef Shlita, Avi Ben Yisrael released the 'Song of the Crown'. Watch

Shmuel Brunner once again features his brother Aryeh, along with the 'Yedidim' choir, in a single composed days after the massacre on Shabbat Simchat Torah. Listen now.

Moses David Weissmandl in a cover of Abraham Mordechai Schwartz's song, 'Apirion.' Watch the video clip too.

Dovi Kahana in a duet with Akiva Groman, in a single expressing longing for redemption and the rebuilding of the Temple, 'Kumi Ori'. Listen

Shuki Goldstein launches the 'Shuki's Shabbat' project, featuring a variety of emotional Shabbat melodies. In this single, he hosts Motti Ilowitz, Yoeli Klein, and Yoeli Davidovitz for a performance of 'Shalom Aleichem Satmar.' Watch the clip

Adi Gavison presents an energetic and captivating single about ups and downs, and how Hashem never gives up on any of us. Listen now.

In the Mishnah, Rabbi Meir's words forbid selling to idol worshippers even 'fine palm, and bulb, and nikalibes.' What is nikalibes?

Nehorai Arieli in a moving single about the mistakes we all make, and Hashem's love for us in every situation.

A collection of interesting and lesser-known halachot #87, from the series "Beyond the Known"

Suffering from stomach discomfort? A doctor shares in a viral post the foods that will help regulate your intestines.

At what point during the trip do we say the traveler's prayer? Rabbi Yaron Ashkenazi gives a brief answer.

The fast pace, endless demands, and constant pressure can take a heavy toll. What are the signs of burnout and how can you cope before breaking down?

In an era of endless noise and distractions, silence has been pushed aside and turned into an enemy. But what if the secret to mental health, creative thinking, and balanced living is found in those quiet moments? Discover 10 surprising things about silence that will make you stop running from it and start enjoying it.

In recent years, coconut sugar has become a popular trend among health and wellness enthusiasts, but is it really better than regular sugar?

He runs after each nut, trying to pick them up as fast as possible. In the end, he stands there, tired and confused, until he realizes: he can't pick them all up at once.

Sapir Bloch, widow of Yedidya hy"d, gave birth to a firstborn son. The joy is mixed with intense pain