Tzigi Karsenti, appearing in the famous Wall photo, recalls the harrowing fight that led to the liberation of the Western Wall. "We fought and stepped over bodies, losing comrades along the way, until we found ourselves before the Western Wall."
Yoav Arnoni, a social worker, is on a mission to capture the life stories of the elderly, drawing from their wisdom and providing a living memory for their families. With a video camera, patience, and a lot of love, he gathers stories and reveals fascinating testimonies.
How does a woman feel opening her home during Lag BaOmer to hundreds of people? And what does it mean to have the privilege of being close to Rabbi Shimon's grave all year round? Miri Zelikovich, a resident of Meron, shares incredible experiences and unforgettable Lag BaOmer days.
Ahead of Lag BaOmer, Rabbi Kahanovitz from the Committee on Halachic Genizah calls on visitors to Meron: 'Beware of promotional leaflets distributed with holy words. This is a mitzvah that comes with transgression.'
Victor Atiya is a stuntman who performs magic shows and telepathy, managing to bring smiles to his audience. Yet, he bears the painful memory of his daughter's tragic death by fire. In an emotional conversation, he shares his experience of coping and how returning to faith gave him strength.
What led Rabbi Raphael Levine to visit a hospital for lepers? In what situations did he perform the Gr'a's lot? How did he respond when he caught his grandson looking at someone else's check, and when did he doubt if he acted rightly? Aryeh Burstein, grandson of Rabbi Raphael Levine, son of R' Aryeh Levine, shares captivating stories about his renowned grandfather, whose yahrzeit is observed this week.
The moment artist Hila Ben Yitzhak met her husband, he asked her, "Paint Shabtai, my uncle who fell in the war," but she never managed to—until one day, it simply happened on its own. Also: the chilling story of Uncle Shabtai Mivilashvili.
The Holocaust survivor's harrowing journey through artistic expression
What led supermarkets and bakeries to sell frozen bread right after Passover, which had been sold to non-Jews during the holiday? Is this practice permitted according to Jewish law and secular law? We asked experts, and their responses are both fascinating and surprising.
Bat-El Levy's dream was to establish a girls' seminary in Ramla. An unexpected partner helped her make this dream a reality, with an outcome beyond expectations.
How a famous Israeli fashion designer and singer gave up wealth and fame to return to Jewish faith and inspire others through music
After years of global success in the entertainment world, Yaniv Suissa chose faith over profit
Cleaning agents, while effective, can pose serious health risks. Each year, tens of thousands suffer related injuries during Passover cleaning sprees, with some cases result in severe harm. Experts offer guidance on avoiding such dangers.
When Elad Mokades aimed to produce a quality film about Torah study, it seemed like an impossible dream. But after sharing his vision on 'Hidabroot', a volunteer photographer reached out to him. Six months later, he won first prize.
Esti Goloventzitz, who never considered herself an initiator, launched a remarkable prayer day for women in memory of her late son David, to implore for redemption.
After thousands of inquiries and dozens of auditions, Radio Kol Chai in collaboration with the Hidabroot website is promoting the 'The Next Voice from Jerusalem' competition. Menachem Toker, the host of the competition, provides a behind-the-scenes look.
Nurit Schatz decided to volunteer in the happiest places – in delivery rooms and maternity wards at Hadassah, and discovered the profound need for such service. "Even in the happiest of places, joy must be preserved," she explains.
Ohad Rosenfeld reached the ends of the earth, evading a tsunami and finding solace by a spring. Yet, he feared returning to his Jewish roots more than anything else. A fascinating conversation reveals his life's story.
Harel Zion was set to compete in a youth boxing tournament to crown the country's champion. He withdrew at the last moment because it was held on Shabbat. "I want to be like Omer Adam, who doesn't perform on Shabbat," he explains.
Naomi Proovestein was raised in a family of Hebrew language enthusiasts, sparking her passion for teaching and publishing delightful books on the subject. Discover the whimsical names she creates, like 'Maya Gidu' for someone insecure, in this engaging interview.
