Judaism

A Look Into Lives Unaffected by Pain and How Life Teaches Us

Yaakov Akiva Friedman, formerly Hao Jiang, always knew there was something more, but he didn't know what. After a childhood in China and exploring Christianity and Islam, he found his true path and converted to Judaism in Israel. "One night I read the Book of Deuteronomy," he recalls, "and started crying uncontrollably. It felt as if every word in that book was ironing on my heart. It was like I had been engulfed in flames."

Tzvi Yehezkeli opens up about his search for meaning, balancing family life and a TV career, daily meditations in the forest, the five children he never dreamed of, struggling with religious practices, the fear of pride, and meeting his wife through a match.

A Nigerian artist creates a lavish kippah as a tribute to his love for Judaism. If sold, he promises to donate part of the proceeds to Chabad of Nigeria.

Following the widespread acclaim of the previous volumes, the third installment of 'Biblical Archaeology' delves deeper into historical evidence from the era of King Solomon and the First Temple. Rabbi Zamir Cohen discusses the connection between these revelations and UNESCO's decision on Jerusalem, plus the potential for future volumes.

Idan Or-Guy's path to success and inner fulfillment was winding and full of hardships: as an albino and visually impaired child, and as the son of disabled parents, the 'package' he carried was particularly challenging. However, he saw his parents' determination and learned that to succeed, one must never despair and continue to believe.

Does the blessing 'Blessed Who Made Me According to His Will' harm the status of women? And why isn't there a blessing for men saying 'Blessed Who Made Me a Man'?

Over 14 years of operation, the 'Israeli Light' youth movement has attracted more than 6000 teenagers from secular backgrounds, often with no prior Jewish knowledge. Rabbi Haim Fuchs shares incredible field stories: 'Fortunate is the nation with such children.'

The letter 'Nun' symbolizes humility and is associated with a woman's soul. What is its significance in the relationship between a man and his wife?

Where does the number 8 appear in the Torah? Relatively few times. What is the spiritual significance of this number?

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.

At ten and a half, N (a pseudonym) drank what she thought was soda, but it turned out to be a chemical that nearly took her life. She shares her incredible experience and how discovering Judaism gave her the courage to speak about it.

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.

Ran Weber is running his new project: a captivating thriller with profound Jewish messages. Why choose a thriller? What can everyone learn from a Mossad agent's mission to stop the Iranians? And how is it possible that only after returning to faith did he begin to publish books? Special interview

Tzvi Fishman grew up with almost no Jewish identity, reached the pinnacle of Hollywood, but at the height of his career, he discovered he was very ill. How did the news of his illness lead him to search for the truth? And what did he see in a dream that precisely matched what he later discovered in the Land of Israel? All the answers in a fascinating and transformative human story.

Yosef Sikurel was a successful theater actor earning substantial salaries, but he left it all behind to embrace Judaism. What did he do when he needed an income? He simply went to the street to play and sing. A story of courage, dedication, and deep faith.

Lian Noam Moshe was born to a Muslim mother and a Christian father, but through remarkable personal providence, and with an unwavering will to find her path, she ultimately found her way to Judaism. Today, she admirably faces challenges, grateful for the great privilege of being part of the Jewish people and for her parents who support her chosen path.

Curious about which blessings to recite for a potato, both before and after eating? Here's all the essential information, including guidance on the required quantity of consumption.

Why wasn't the Oral Torah initially written down, what's the deal with fingerprints, and what's unique about the Hebrew language?

Want to know the blessing for raisins, both before and after eating? All the details are here, including an explanation on the amount to eat.