The annual Shamayim festival held in Třebíč honors Antonín Kalina who was posthumously awarded the title of Righteous Among the Nations.
The Special Needs Educator Who was Murdered by the Nazis
Meet Sally and Rebeka Bein who ran an educational institution for Jewish children with special needs during the Holocaust, and were eventually killed along with the children by the Nazis.
Crime and Punishment in the Town of Zülz
The Zülz Pinkas paints a picture of rich community life in Poland and a leadership dedicated to its congregation – so long as you were willing to follow its rules.
Hannah Senesh’s Final Letter
The letter addressed to her brother George was written in English to ensure it would pass through the British military censors.
Let My People Serve! How a Jew Became Mayor of London Against the Odds
David Salomons made it his life’s mission to put an end to the religious restrictions imposed on the Jews of England that forbid them from participation in political and civil life.
The Jewish Stew Made of Anything but the Kitchen Sink
With very few fresh ingredients at their disposal, the Jews created a plethora of dishes that took full advantage of the limited components that were available.
When all that Remains is a Crust of Bread
Meet Jelena Kon, the woman who broke down cultural barriers to feed and care for the poor and orphaned children of Novi Sad.
The Surprising Jewish Story Behind a Traditional Spanish Bullfight
Read the story behind a poster advertising a bullfight in honor of the great Jewish philosopher, Maimonides.
The Maharal’s Robot: The High-Tech Golem of Rehovot
What do the Golem of Prague and one of Israel’s first computers have in common? Gershom Scholem explains.
The Golem: Super Villain or Super Hero?
The creature made of clay was brought to life by the name of God to protect the Jewish people. Did it fulfill its purpose?
