Jerusalem

Jerusalem wasn't always sacred to Muslims. They started claiming a strong connection to the city only when they felt threatened by Jews returning to Israel.

A tour in the Western Wall area opened my eyes to the splendor of the past that was lost with the destruction of the Temple, and strengthened my anticipation for complete redemption.

Rabbi Yisrael Gliss, born and raised in Jerusalem, unveils some of the city's deepest secrets. Discover who found the burial cave of Rabbi Ovadia of Bartenura, why mines were planted near the Western Wall, and who were trapped in Zedekiah's Cave without escape. Stories of Jerusalem.

"Jerusalem is no more than an American village..." Mark Twain left a sharp and somber description of Jerusalem from 150 years ago.

We're so busy. We don't have time to stop, look around, ask essential questions, and draw meaningful conclusions for our lives. Here are 5 points you might not have thought of. Ariel Kaduri does this for us in this new segment, sharing five points for reflection.

It seemed that the voice of Torah was almost silenced, but suddenly it is bustling with life. Yeshiva students and scholars fill the synagogues and study halls in the Old City of Jerusalem. Where were the oil jug and shofar from the Temple kept? What stories were told about the rocks of Porat Yosef Yeshiva? And why was a synagogue named after Elijah the Prophet? A tour of then and now in the alleys of the Jewish Quarter.

Taz, a Labrador, joined the K9 unit in an extraordinary way. He passed rigorous tests and recently prevented a large-scale attack. Discover Taz, the pride of the K9 unit.

Two great rabbis receive the same divine message during a deadly epidemic and it changes how weddings are held in Jerusalem until today

Why is it called Jerusalem? When did Jews first settle there? What happened after the destruction of the Second Temple? Let’s explore 10 fascinating facts

Thursday, Tu Bishvat 5761, 4:45 PM: Two massive explosions shake the tranquil Beit Yisrael neighborhood, but miraculously, by the immense grace of Hashem, no one is harmed. Fourteen years later, eyewitnesses return to the scene and recount the miracle of their rescue. A moving document.

In 2002, a terror attack in the heart of Jerusalem brought together a small baby and his rescuer from ZAKA. Fast forward to 2014, and they reunite for the boy's Bar Mitzvah celebration.

Explore the history and significance of the righteous figures buried around Jerusalem. Learn about their lives, their enduring legacy, and the spiritual power of prayer at their gravesites.

Discover the incredible tale of a child prodigy with Torah mastery, and why Rabbi Yehuda Leib Levinstein was skeptical.

He will arrive on a white donkey, and he even has a house: In the Bucharim neighborhood stands the 'Messiah's House.' Just waiting for him to come.

What's the story behind an ancient massive stone beam discovered beneath Jerusalem's debris, and how does it connect to the lore of the biblical giant, Og?

Unraveling the enigmatic building on Agripas Street where businesses repeatedly floundered and even a political party faced legal expulsion.

Evidence of Jerusalem's deep connection can be found not just in prayer and law, but also in recent archaeological discoveries.

A forgotten donor, a heartfelt letter, and the powerful return of a lost soul to Torah and charity in Jerusalem

How the Temple Shaped Jewish Destiny and Spiritual Life

Jerusalem, the joy of the world and our eternal capital, holds numerous world records. Some of its unique achievements are highlighted in this article. Did you know that Jerusalem is the location of the world's first settlement, dating back to Adam?