Tiberias

The entire city of Tiberias was submerged under 3 meters of water. Fragile homes fell apart, some flattened by rocks tumbling from the mountains. People clung desperately to bars and posts; those who couldn’t were swept away.

After the year 748 CE, Tiberias, once a vibrant center of Jewish scholarship, fell silent. What happened to its sages and rich traditions?

A city council member, journalist, and residents describe Tiberias' low points under Ron Kobi's tenure and the transformation after his dismissal as mayor.

MP Kara: "To the dear Yonatan - just as you made aliyah to fulfill the mitzvah of settling the Land of Israel, one of the most significant mitzvot in the Torah, I bless you and your partner Sara to build a kosher and faithful home in Israel."