Baron Rothschild

The founding of the city of Rehovot aimed to establish an independent city that would adhere to Jewish law, without relying on Baron Rothschild. While the Baron was incredibly generous with a warm Jewish heart, the clerks in his offices were modern and often not observant of the faith, making dealings with them difficult.

The historical roots of Rishon Lezion as a religious settlement are nearly forgotten. Many narratives focus solely on its Zionist evolution, overlooking the contributions of its religious founders.