All Articles Byתמר שניידר

The man who overcame disability, stuttering, cancer, and bereavement now voluntarily faces isolation since the outbreak of the coronavirus. In an inspiring interview, he offers tips for coping with COVID-19, isolation, and a seemingly endless crisis.

Born in Sudan and taught that Jews were evil, Yisrael Salah sought refuge in Israel where he discovered the truth about Jews. Despite numerous challenges, he pursued conversion with determination, aided by the guidance of Baba Sali.

Riki Siton, the manager of the "Chavruta" project, discusses the overwhelming demand for study partners that surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, an initiative sparked by a conversation with a Home Front Command officer, and how she deals with questions she can't answer herself.

How many hours are teens spending on media during COVID? What do you do with someone waking up at noon and sleeping at 3 AM? And how do you handle a situation where a teen's only concern is a postponed driving test? Irit Aloni, head of 'Elem' centers for at-risk youth, provides insights.

Yosef Chaim Makhlouf found a bag with 40,000 shekels belonging to an Arab resident of Bethlehem. Although he wasn't obligated by halacha to return it, what motivated him to do so anyway?

Do all Russian speakers vote for Lieberman? Where does the false claim that the ultra-Orthodox are stealing the country come from? And how can we heal the rift between different factions in the nation? Michael Lobovikov, head of the Likud Immigrants Caucus, talks about everything.

On immigrating to Israel from Yemen, enduring hardships along the journey, living with a deaf-mute mother, and why working well into your 80s is worthwhile. A captivating interview with Saadia Levi

A look into the hardships at the immigrant camp, the loneliness he faced, the Yemenite children kidnappings, and unique healing methods brought from Yemen. A compelling interview with Avraham Nagar.

For 14 consecutive years, Shalom Yarkoni has been involved in books and binding. Many religious texts, which might quickly wear out, are repaired by him, becoming durable for many years. What exactly does he do with them, how did he take on this role, and how is this linked to the match he found?

Car trips in Dad's old clunker, the bustling life in Hebron, her son who was killed in a terror attack, and her great faith in Hashem's goodness: Eta Leibowitz in a fascinating interview

Growing up in a small village in Yemen, Shlomo Kohresh reflects on his most significant life experiences: the sorrowful separation of his parents, the death of a cousin, strong adherence to modesty, and learning Torah from a special uncle.

Elazar Georgiev was born into a well-off Bulgarian family and found himself on a spiritual journey that led him from the path of becoming a pastor to embracing Judaism.

The salvation they received through Rabbi Shimon led the Bolton family to host those visiting his tomb. They cook, bake, organize accommodations—all with love and no charge. Even being parents to two children with cerebral palsy doesn't stop them; it even inspired another charitable project.

He grew up in Soviet Russia but gradually discovered Judaism and began to embrace it. To draw the world's attention to the plight of Soviet Jews, he planned with his friends to hijack a plane, but the plan was uncovered, and they were caught. Rabbi Yosef Mendelevich talks about his journey, the secret operation, and observing mitzvot in prison.

A descendent of old Jerusalem families, one of the first to venture outside the city walls. Dr. Simcha Mendelbaum, the sole survivor of the Battle of the Bevingrad Fortress, shares his memories from the 1948 war, recounts his ties with Rabbi Aryeh Levin, and his life's work dedicated to the beloved city.

Together with his family, he fled from Poland to Siberia in Russia. Later, he was one of the passengers on the "Exodus" immigrant ship, enduring many hardships on the way to Israel. Mordechai Lump on the dedication to fulfilling mitzvot, his firm stand against the British, and the Passover miracle he experienced.

At 16, she embraced Judaism and later married the late Professor Avner Hai Shaki. Throughout her life, she dedicated herself to learning, supporting her husband, and investing in her family. What did the Lubavitcher Rebbe request from her? A captivating interview with Nechama Shaki.

Rabbi Ratzon Arusi witnessed with pain the growing erosion of the Jewish identity of the state through the legal system and laws. Since then, he has worked extensively to promote the recognition of Torah law. A fascinating interview.

Nechama Ambar, age 89, born in Iraq, gives us a rich account of her childhood, adulthood, and senior years.

When Rabbi Yosef Bindman saw the challenges faced by young students learning Talmud, he decided to tackle the issue and find an easy and straightforward method. So how can one study the Talmud, understand, and enjoy it?