Jewish history

How one of the world’s greatest cities became both a home and a graveyard for Jewish history

The remarkable journey of Kaifeng’s Jewish community, from Silk Road traders to a scattered yet enduring people

How hundreds of Jewish refugees braved storms, hunger, and war to reach the Land of Israel

From merchants to mayors, Jews played a central role in shaping the Golden State

An ancient Jewish community from India brought its faith, customs, and melodies to Israel

In 1144, Norwich became the site of the first recorded blood libel, a false charge that spread for centuries

In 13th-century Spain, a mother’s plea led to a landmark decision to save her son from leaving Judaism

A locked crate in Padua held the Ramchal’s writings for generations, hidden from his critics and preserved by his students

A childhood memory of lettuce sparks a secret search for Jewish roots, leading to the miraculous rediscovery of a priceless Torah manuscript

Invented by Jewish doctor Eliezer Zamenhof, Esperanto uses simple roots like Hebrew so people worldwide can communicate without complex grammar

Founded to be self-reliant and faithful to Jewish law, Rehovot grew through farming, trade, and a remarkable partnership with Baron Rothschild

Muhammad saw himself as Abraham’s heir through Ishmael, demanding Jewish recognition. Their refusal sparked a decisive and violent chapter in history

The long and complex relationship between Jews and Muslims began long before modern politics, it starts as a family drama in the house of Abraham

In 1196, an unfounded accusation set off a brutal attack that devastated one of Germany’s ancient Jewish communities

From a Hasidic rabbi’s son to a fearless partisan and later a Chabad leader, Zusha’s life was defined by action and courage

From Mayer Rothschild’s humble beginnings to Baron Edmond’s generosity, the Rothschild family helped establish towns, vineyards, and communities across the Land of Israel

In 19th-century Ukraine, a Hasidic leader built a royal court to uplift the spirit of his people—offering more than charity, he offered majesty

Discover how Mordechai’s faith, wisdom, and humility shaped Jewish history and still guide us today

Yosef Mendelevich’s journey from a Soviet jail to teaching Torah in Israel

From Hamburg scholar to Radomsk Chassid, he bridged worlds with wisdom and faith