A Note From Mark Twain About The Jewish People
A note from Mark Twain about the Jewish people: “If the statistics are right, the Jews constitute but...
The Japanese Schindler
In July and August of 1940, Chiune Sugihara, known as the “Japanese Schindler,” risked his job and reputation...
Western Wall Shofar Ahead of New Year
Shofar at the Western Wall tonight as tens of thousands gather in preparation for the Jewish New Year. #ShanaTova...
Taking Time To Grieve My Beloved Dog Lola
Hey guys, this is a hard one to share and not my usual Humans of Judaism content, but...
The Jewish Co-Founder Of WhatsApp
Did you know that WhatsApp’s Jewish co-founder, Jan Koum, came to the US after his family fled antisemitism...
Early Photo Of The Western Wall In 1857
This is one of the earliest known photographs of the Western Wall. The image was taken in 1857...
Documenting The Horrors Of The Holocaust
General Dwight D. Eisenhower made a point of visiting a Nazi concentration camp after hearing reports of its...
Shabbat Shalom From Holocaust Survivor Margaret Newman
Shabbat Shalom in memory of Holocaust survivor Margaret Newman. She was born Margaret Kaufman in 1923 in Satu...
The Saddest Day On The Jewish Calendar
Today is the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, Tisha B’Av. The significance of this day is to...
Frank Foley Risked His Life To Save Others
Did you know that a British intelligence officer helped save thousands of lives during the Holocaust? This is...
The Secret Mission Of Hannah Senesh
Hannah Senesh, a young poet known for her bravery during WWII, was born 105 years ago today on...
Interesting Facts About Albert Einstein
Here are some fun facts about Albert Einstein. Did you know that in 1999, Einstein was named Time...
Jerusalem Synagogue In Prague
#ShabbatShalom from the Jerusalem Synagogue (Jeruzalémská Synagoga) in the Czech Republic; located on Jerusalem Street in Prague. Photo: Mystery of...
Former October 7 Hostages Were Married Today In Israel
Sapir Cohen was held hostage in Gaza for 55 days. Sasha Troufanov was held hostage for almost 500...
Jewish American History and George Washington
George Washington visited the Touro Synagogue in Newport, Rhode Island, on August 18, 1790. Built in 1763, it...
Elie Wiesel Passed Away 10 Years Ago
Elie Wiesel passed away 10 years ago on July 2, 2016, at the age of 87. “Whoever listens...
Coffee With Chutzpah And A Purpose
Growing up with an Israeli mother gave me a strong connection to Jewish life, and my grandfather’s experience...
Mel Brooks Celebrates His 100th Birthday
Mel Brooks’ comedy is timeless. And apparently, so is he. Today, he turns 100! Born in Brooklyn to...
The Founder Of The Photo Booth
The first photo booth caused absolute chaos in NYC. In 1926, people were literally lining up down the...
Condolences: James Burrows
If you’ve ever watched an episode of Cheers, Will & Grace, Friends, or Frasier, there’s a good chance...
Mel Blanc, The Man of a Thousand Voices
He was the man of a thousand voices, best known for his beloved characters during the Golden Age...
This Is Me And My Zaida. He’s My Why.
“you’re the strongest person i know, i love you zaida” This is me and my Zaida; he is...
Kindness Makes A Better Brooklyn Do a Mitzvah
Today is 6/13 (June 13th) and there are 613 mitzvot in the Torah #DoAMitzvah
Anne Frank Was Born On This Day
Anne Frank was born 97 years ago on June 12, 1929. On her 13th birthday in 1942, she...
Knicks and Tefillin In New York City
Knicks and Tefillin in NYC Photo: @chabadofmidtown
D-Day Services at New York City Synagogue
On June 6, 1944, a synagogue on West 23rd Street in New York City held 24-hour special services...
Did You Know That Frank Sinatra Was a Proud Zionist
Did you know that Frank Sinatra was a devoted friend to the Jewish people and a lifelong supporter...
Celebrate Israel Parade In New York City 2026
SPOTTED: Today in New York City, the Celebrate Israel Parade on Fifth Avenue #AmYisraelChai
Missing Toronto Teen Found Safe
Toronto police confirmed today that Esther, the teenager who disappeared nearly two weeks ago, has been found safe.
Operation Solomon Historic Humanitarian Mission
Operation Solomon was one of the largest humanitarian airlifts in history. On this day in 1991, Ethiopia was...
The Tefillin Wrap Club in NYC
Check out this wrap club! Chag Sameach, Happy Shavuot from the Upper East Side. Photo: @chabadypues
Kleinfeld Bridal Founder Jewish History
She survived the Holocaust, escaped Europe, and went on to become one of the biggest names in bridal...
I Stand With Jews Sign At London Rally
Spotted at today’s Unite Against Antisemitism rally in London. Source: @Jewish News
King Charles Meets Auschwitz Survivor
WATCH 🎥 as Yisrael Abelesz BEM, a survivor of Auschwitz was warmly greeted by The King during a...
Well Said by Golda Meir
Historically, Jews have maintained a continuous presence in the Land of Israel for thousands of years. Golda Meir...
Happy Birthday To Gal Gadot
Shabbat Shalom! Pictured here is Gal Gadot with her daughter lighting Shabbat candles in 2014. Yesterday, she celebrated...
Happy Birthday to Jerry Seinfeld
In this photo is Jerry Seinfeld (left) at his friend Jeff Miller’s bar mitzvah. Seinfeld had his bar...
Oskar Schindler’s Grave in Israel
Oskar Schindler was born on April 28, 1908. Pictured here are Holocaust survivors he saved, standing alongside individuals...
Holocaust Survivor Dr. Edith Eger Dies At 98
Condolences: Dr. Edith Eger, Holocaust survivor, renowned psychologist, author of The Choice and often referred to as The...
Remarkable Story Behind This Israeli Flag
Frieda and Moshe Katz, both Holocaust survivors, met in a Displaced Persons camp in Germany when the war...
Remembering The Fallen On Yom HaZikaron
Israel has two Memorial Days: Yom HaZikaron, honoring those who gave their lives for Israel, and Yom HaShoah,...
Moment of Liberation, April 1945
April 1945. A train of Jewish prisoners from Bergen-Belsen is intercepted by Allied forces. In this moment, they...
When Asked How He Could Laugh, He Answered, “Because I’m Here.”
Meet Holocaust survivor Leon Green z”l. Born in Poland in 1920, Leon moved with his family to Germany...
Grandpa Abraham Weiss, Holocaust Survivor
“This is my sweet grandpa Abraham Weiss wearing the prison camp uniform he was forced to wear as...
Jewish Population Today Less Than Before Holocaust
According to recent reports, the global Jewish population today is about 15.8 million, which is still below the...
Israeli Traffic Comes to Halt on Yom HaShoah
Each year on Yom Hashoah, everything comes to a halt as sirens blare across Israel; a moment of...
Founding of Tel Aviv, 117 Years Ago Today
Tel Aviv was founded 117 years ago today, on April 11, 1909.
Inheritance Left To Village That Saved Him
Erich Schwam died in 2020 at the age of 90. In his will, he left over $2 million...
Missile Strike Claims Lives Of Gershovich Family
Tragedy in Israel over the Passover holiday, as an Iranian missile struck a residential building in Haifa, claiming...
Happy 90th Birthday, Shaul Ladany
Shaul Ladany was born on April 2, 1936. In 1944, at the age of 8, he was sent...
Happy Passover
Wishing you a Happy Passover, Chag Kasher V’Sameach!
Celebrate Passover With Challah?
Fresh challah just in time for Passover! Some humor before the holidays…. the holiday that we are not...
The Story of The Blue Sweater
“This elegant lady of 95 walked in to the seder in a beautiful rich blue sweater. When I...
Barbie And Hot Wheels Creators Are Husband And Wife
Ruth and Elliot Handler were high school sweethearts. The two got married in 1938 and later became co-founders...
He Saved The Lives Of 140 People
This is an appreciation post for Danny Phillips, the hero who helped stop last week’s terrorist attack at...
Temple Israel Synagogue Terror Attack
Everyone is reportedly safe after an apparent terror attack at a Michigan synagogue today. Temple Israel in West...
Proud Jewish New Mother
For 5 years my husband and I struggled with infertility — years of waiting, hoping, and so many...
Jewish History Behind Judith Lieber’s Bags
Did you know that the iconic handbag designer Judith Lieber was a Holocaust survivor? Leiber (née Peto) was...
Roddie Edmonds Awarded Medal of Honor
Have you ever heard of Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds? Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, Edmonds served in the US...
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