Jewish history

Where is the world's largest Seder held? What was the tradition of the Sahara Desert Jews before Passover? And how many calories are in the first four cups of wine? Trivia lovers, here are some intriguing facts about Passover you might not know.

An ancient scribe's tool used in the holy rites of the Second Temple was discovered near the Sea of Galilee during an archaeological dig.

On the 22nd of Shevat, 1988, Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson, wife of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, passed away.

On this day 137 years ago, Rabbi Moshe Schick, one of Hungary's greatest rabbis and a dedicated student of the Chasam Sofer, passed away.

On 24th of Tevet, Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Liadi, the founder of Chabad, passed away.

On this day in history: On the 20th of Tevet, about 144 years ago, the 'Ktav Sofer,' son and successor of the 'Chatam Sofer,' passed away.

Honoring the Yahrtzeit of the revered Rabbi and Kabbalist, Chacham Salman Mutzafi

On this day 77 years ago, Rabbi Yaish Krispin of blessed memory passed away.

Significant events throughout history on this day in Jewish tradition.

A 1,500-year-old scroll charred in archaeological excavations has been deciphered using advanced 3D imaging technologies.

Discover the stories behind ancient artifacts: How was the Siloam Tunnel built? What are the inscriptions telling of Nebuchadnezzar's victories? And what did the letter from Lachish reveal just before it fell to the Babylonians? Here are six fascinating archaeological findings from the First Temple period.

In the Netherlands, American contractor Jayel Kapitein stumbled upon a poignant message from the Holocaust era on an old bathroom door. This discovery caught the attention of Yad Vashem. Read the full story below.

A little unsettling to think about, but for thousands of years, we have been the most threatened people in history. A sentence in the Passover Haggadah reminds us that "In every generation, they stand against us to annihilate us, and Hashem saves us from their hands."

Mount Zion or Silwan? Ancient chroniclers point to Mount Zion as the burial site of King David, but some argue otherwise.

In the Galilee or faraway Persia? Where are Mordechai and Esther really buried? Hamadan or Israel? And if in Israel, who brought their bones?

Is the iconic image of the revered Maimonides, recognized globally and even featured on Israeli currency, truly authentic?

Researchers claim the famous portrait of the Baal Shem Tov is actually of a Shabbatean 'Baal Shem' from his era.

The town of Okop, famed as the birthplace of the Baal Shem Tov, appears to be a mystery.

Although it is agreed that the Baal Shem Tov passed on Shavuot, the exact day remains a topic of debate.

What happened to the Khazar Jews who converted on their king's decree, and who are the 'Red Jews'?