Holocaust

Today marks 80 years since the start of World War II and the beginning of the devastation of European Jewry.

On this day, the 12th of Av, 75 years ago, Anne Frank penned the final entry in her famous diary, just days before being transferred to the Bergen-Belsen death camp.

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.

Dr. Ephraim Wasserfogel shares his journey from a childhood distanced from Judaism to his advanced education, career achievements, and eventual return to faith. Discover how he reconciles the "conflicts" between Torah and science.

Rabbi Skolsky, director of the Kiddush Hashem Archive, suggests using Tisha B'Av to listen and read about the Holocaust. He doesn't recommend reading about the horrors and abuse, but rather stories of holiness and Jewish heroism.

After over 70 years, an international team of archaeologists uncovered five name tags linked to Jews murdered at the Sobibor extermination camp, sparking a search for their families.

A pendant discovered last year at Sobibor sparked a genealogical journey, connecting 34 family members who met for the first time.

Ancient Midrash warns about Germany's threat, scholars caution about the German nation, and the Chofetz Chaim foresaw where the remnant would survive.

This heartwarming story dates back to 1946, a year after the end of World War II. Twins George and Lucien were born in a German hospital to a Polish-born mother, who was liberated from a labor camp two years prior. Separated at birth and sent to different adoptive families, they reunited after 70 years.

J.R.R. Tolkien once lamented that there were no Jews in his family tree. If he were alive today, he might find comfort in having a Jewish great-grandson who observes Shabbat and keeps kosher.

Nothing prepared the Israeli youth delegation visiting Auschwitz for the pivotal meeting with Reiner Höss, the grandson of Rudolf Höss, the Auschwitz camp commander. The villa of the ruthless Nazi tyrant Höss was located adjacent to the camp, shedding light on why his grandson was obsessed with the extermination site. "If I met him today, I would kill him," he remarked.

Rabbi Ben Porat reveals profound questions and explains what was concealed from us in school regarding the Holocaust, and why? Watch this important discussion.

Hairpins and women's jewelry uncovered in Sobibor reveal a poignant story from the Holocaust.

Exploring the unique impact and greatness of the Rebbe of Piaseczno, the 'Holy Fire,' who was martyred on the 4th of Cheshvan.

Henk Drogt, Irena Sendler, André Trocmé, Daniel Trocmé, and Lucien Bunel were people of conscience and purity of heart, who did everything they could to save as many Jews as possible during the tragic years for our people. Five touching stories of "Righteous Among the Nations."

The Righteous Among the Nations were a beacon of goodness amidst the horrors of World War II. Their actions deserve to be recognized and learned from by future generations.

Discover how the Belz Rebbe escaped the clutches of the Nazis and continued to lead his community to new heights in Israel.

Beyond the siege of Jerusalem on the 10th of Tevet, various significant events have occurred on this date. The Rebbe of Ostrowiec was tragically murdered by the Nazis in 1943 on the night of the 10th of Tevet. In contrast, the mother of the Chasam Sofer became pregnant after praying fervently on the same date.

A comforting letter sent by Rabbi Pinchas Friedman from Jerusalem to his followers in France. The letter provides insights into the pressing question: Why are Jews constantly being killed?

Jewish tradition speaks of a future resurrection of the dead, a core tenet of faith. How does this belief fit into modern perspectives and how do scholars explain it?