Jewish heritage

The Rabbi warned of the consequences he'd face if he questioned Christianity, where even questioning it could be a death sentence. How did this debate unfold with such high stakes?

As his family relocated to London, David Sassoon began amassing rare manuscripts from across the globe. With his resources and connections, he successfully acquired a vast and impressive collection of manuscripts, which gradually became known as the "Sassoon Collection."

Nestled near the tomb of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, an intriguing cave beckons with stories of miracles and ancient wisdom. Once a revered pilgrimage site, this cave is now accessible with improved facilities. Legend attributes its mystical past to the great Jewish leaders Hillel and Shammai.

After extensive travels worldwide, tour guide Aryeh Zaribi shares his experiences discovering Portugal's hidden Jewish heritage, including the emotional moment he learned of a 92-year-old woman's secret Jewish identity, and what transpired when a husband discovered his wife was Jewish.

The Torah mentions seven Canaanite nations, but by the time the Israelites entered the land, one seemed to vanish. Where did the Girgashites go?

Researchers have found an arrowhead inscribed with "Arrow of Benaiah, Chief General". Given that Benaiah Ben Jehoiada was one of King David's military leaders, could this indeed be one of his arrowheads?

Forty-five years after moving to Israel from Tzefrou, Morocco, Eli Toubli embarked on a mission to document the Jews of the city, their memories, and customs. Discover the surprising revelations he uncovered over the years.

An insight into diplomatic relations, cultural and economic collaborations, burgeoning tourism from Israel to Morocco, nostalgic taxi drivers recounting coexistence, and the experience of serving in Morocco: 'It's thrilling to be an Israeli here now.'

A wooden box containing 15 silver coins was found hidden in a cave at the Darja Stream Nature Reserve. Researchers speculate that the owner may have fled there to escape the soldiers of Antiochus IV.

Recent excavations at the ancient site of Shiloh in Binyamin have uncovered remarkable 2,000-year-old finds that have been preserved in pristine condition. Binyamin Regional Council head, Yisrael Gantz: "These discoveries testify to our connection with Judea, Samaria, and the entire land."

Yitzhak Rabin, the Chief of Staff during the Six-Day War, was asked to summarize the conflict. While those close to him expected phrases of victory, Rabin used seven words: "From Hashem this has come; it is wondrous in our eyes."

Looking for an adventure combining nature, scenery, and rich Jewish heritage? Discover Khirbet Midras, an ancient Jewish village near Beit Shemesh.

The Galicia and Bukovina Jewish Association watches the war in Ukraine with concern. "It's frightening to see how history repeats itself, and the documentation from before World War II becomes so tangible today," says the association's secretary in a chilling interview.

On this day, 160 years ago, Mishkenot Sha'ananim was inaugurated, the first neighborhood outside the Old City walls of Jerusalem.

Today, on the 8th of Cheshvan, marks 300 years since the first burning of Rabbi Yehuda the Chassid's synagogue.

Magnificent relics of a regal structure from the era of the Kings of Judah have been unearthed in Jerusalem, featuring the most beautiful and impressive column capitals discovered to date.

Today, on the 24th of Tishrei, marks 238 years since the passing of Rabbi Yaakov Yosef of Polonne, author of "Toldot Yaakov Yosef," a significant figure in the early Hasidic movement.

In a significant discovery at the Vilna Great Synagogue excavation site, researchers have uncovered ancient Hebrew inscriptions for the first time since the synagogue was destroyed by the Nazis. One of these inscriptions was part of a stone table used to read from the Torah. Join us in exploring this fascinating piece of history.

Unveiling the Secrets of the Proto-Aeolic Capitals: A Revelation from Rabbi Zamir Cohen's New Book "Biblical Archaeology Vol. III"

In an impressive archaeological reveal, new sections of the Western Wall have been uncovered, alongside a surprising Roman structure.