Personal Stories
Why a Mother Gave Up Her Kids’ Beds in the Middle of the Night
A powerful story of Jewish hospitality during Israel’s early years and a mother’s unforgettable lesson for her children.
Ashes and Hope: A Rescue Volunteer’s Unforgettable Encounter
Amid the chaos of fire, a haunting moment near the cemetery brought rescue workers, religious and secular, to pray together as one.
A Sukkah on Wheels: One Man’s Mission After the Holocaust
A Holocaust survivor built a sukkah on his wagon to help others fulfill the mitzvah of Sukkot with joy and faith.
He Woke After 19 Years. His First Word Was “Mom”
Doctors were sure he’d never recover but Terry’s first word brought back love, hope and a reminder of everyday miracles.
Making Talmud Come Alive with a Game of Jewish Monopoly
Rabbi Avremi Zacks built a fun and educational game that turns complex Talmudic ideas into something children can truly enjoy.
Between Two Worlds: A Yom Kippur Miracle
In the chaos of war, a young soldier saw her soul rise until Hashem brought her back with a second chance.
Miracle in Isolation: A Shabbat Release That Defied All Odds
A powerful story of one man's faith, gratitude, and prayer and how it brought him home just in time for Shabbat before Passover
One Small Deed That Brought a Jewish Girl Back Home
A simple gesture of Jewish unity showed one girl the beauty of Torah and inspired her return.
What the Doctor Got Wrong About Our Twin Girls
Judy and Matt were told their twins were a tragedy. A decade later, they share the truth.
Miracle Recovery: Henry’s First Words After Half a Year in Coma
After being brutally attacked at school, 12-year-old Henry’s journey shows the deep impact of bullying and the power of faith and hope.
The Only Time Rabbi Elyashiv Cried
A struggling yeshiva student moved the great Torah leader to tears and back to his learning
A Rabbi’s Kindness Tested: When Compassion Met an Angry Heart
How Rabbi Yeshayahu Bardaki’s kindness turned even insult into compassion to help a Jew keep Shabbat.
Traveling Jewish: A Guide to Staying Connected on the Go
Practical halachic answers and spiritual insights for vacationers and travelers seeking to honor Torah values wherever they go
The Shabbat Meal That Ended Early for a Beautiful Reason
Rabbi Israel Salanter teaches that honoring Shabbat also means honoring those who serve behind the scenes.
The Steipler’s Words That Carried a Broken Principal Through Tragedy
The Steipler helped a principal see beyond grief and continue his mission of Torah and growth.
No Shortcuts: How Torah Leaders Lived with Honest Integrity
Discover powerful stories of honesty and integrity from beloved Torah leaders who lived every detail of Jewish law with love and care.
Shabbat in Auschwitz: The Klausenburg Rebbe’s Holy Tradition
Even in Auschwitz, the Klausenburg Rebbe found strength in honoring Shabbat and staying true to his sacred traditions.
A Heart That Belonged to Torah: Remembering Rabbi Elyashiv
A close student shares memories and timeless teachings from the admired Torah leader, Rabbi Yosef Shalom Elyashiv.
He Just Wanted to Learn Torah and It Saved His Life
A true story of healing, hope and the power of a Torah promise.
A Hospital Ceiling Collapsed And Hashem Saved Her Just in Time
One mother’s story of fear, faith and a miracle that saved her young daughter’s life
Why Do We Hold a Memorial Every Year?
The deep spiritual meaning behind the memorial service and how our actions can uplift the souls of our loved ones.
When Children Are Too Afraid to Tell Us the Truth
A true story of a tragic accident and how fear of punishment kept one young man from saving his friend’s life.
A Rebbe’s Honest Heart: Why He Gave Up His Inheritance
Out of deep integrity, the Lelover Rebbe refused to benefit from anything that might not have been fully his.
The Sweetness of Trust: The Brisker Rav’s Powerful Faith
The Brisker Rav shows us that true wealth isn’t measured in money, but in the deep sweetness of trusting in Hashem.
Noy’s Journey: Finding Strength and Hope from Her Wheelchair
A young woman’s inspiring story of courage, resilience, and finding meaning despite life’s hardest moments.
A Mother's Determination: How the Kopshitz Family Raised Generations of Torah Scholars
Through love, joy, and unwavering devotion, the Kopshitz family built a home of Torah that inspired future generations.
A Whisper from Above: The Electrician Who Saved Our Son
A three-year-old disappears at a family celebration until an electrician follows his heart and changes everything.
A Century of Torah and Blessing: A Student of the Chofetz Chaim Remembers
Rabbi Menashe Winkler shares heartfelt memories of his encounter with the Chofetz Chaim and the blessing that shaped his long life.
A Shabbat Light That Never Went Out
From a 12-year-old keeping Shabbat alone to blessings through Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, Sharon’s path shines with Divine guidance
A Gift of Blessing: Rabbi Grossman’s Unexpected Journey to Africa
Rabbi Yitzchak David Grossman shares a powerful story of faith, kindness and a surprising journey just after Rosh Hashanah.