World’s Greatest Escape Artist Houdini Died 100 Years Ago Today
Did you know that Harry Houdini, the great escape artist and world-famous magician, was Jewish? Houdini (né Erik...
Former Hostages Welcome New Granddaughter
On October 7, Shir Siegel was engaged to be married when her parents, Aviva and Keith, were abducted...
Meet The Hollywood Rabbi
How did a rabbi who founded the Simon Wiesenthal Center become a two-time Academy Award winner and someone...
Remembering Oskar Schindler
Oskar Schindler passed away on October 9, 1974, and is buried in Israel. Pictured here are Holocaust survivors...
Siman Tov Family Before October 7
This is a photo of the Siman Tov family before October 7. Johnny, his wife Tamar, and their...
Dad, Thank You For Trying To Save Me
“This is my father, Marc Mordechai Peretz z”l. He was murdered trying to save me from the massacre...
Remember Raz Mizrahi from October 7 Attack
She just wanted to dance. We remember 21 year old Raz Mizrahi, murdered by Hamas terrorists on October...
Shoes From The Holocaust And October 7
On the left are shoes of Holocaust victims from Auschwitz. On the right are shoes of October 7...
Three Years Since October 7
Three years. We remember.
Remembering The Oldest Hostage Taken On October 7
At 86 years old, Shlomo Mansour was the oldest hostage taken to Gaza. On October 7, the grandfather...
The Kutz Family Was Murdered On October 7
This is a photo of the Kutz family before October 7. They were found huddled together in their...
Eli Sharabi Before And After October 7 Captivity
These are photos of Eli Sharabi, one from before he was taken hostage in Gaza and the other...
Hero Pilot Stabbed In Terror Attack On Flight To Tel Aviv
This is an appreciation post for Captain Smit Machchhar, the hero pilot who was stabbed while helping protect...
Remembering Beloved Holocaust Survivor Dr. Edith Eger
Holocaust survivor, psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Edith Eger was born 99 years ago today. Edith was 16...
The Most Beautiful Thing You Can Wear Is Jewish Pride
Always proud! Chag Sameach Source: @yiddishfeminist
Last Photo Of Kfir Bibas Before Hamas Abduction
This is the last image of Kfir Bibas, photographed during Sukkot in 2023, before he was abducted to...
Holocaust Survivor Julia Wallach Dies At 101
Holocaust survivor Julia Wallach (née Kac) passed away this week at the age of 101. Julia was born...
Holocaust Survivor Celebrates 105th Birthday
Happy 105th birthday to Holocaust survivor Joseph Garay! Joseph survived the Nazis, moved to the US and started...
Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur
While it’s important to act properly between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. It’s perhaps more important to act...
Wishing You A Shana Tova
Wishing everyone a very happy, healthy and sweet new year! Shana Tova
First Victim of September 11 Danny Lewin
31 year old American Israeli Danny Lewin was the first victim of the September 11th attacks. Born in...
125 People In This Photo Of Survival
MORE THAN 125 PEOPLE IN THIS PHOTO. AND NONE OF THIS HAPPENS WITHOUT SURVIVAL. Take a good look...
The 9/11 Story Of Abraham Zelmanowitz And Ed Beyea
Abraham J. Zelmanowitz was my uncle. He worked on the 27th floor of Tower 1 in the World...
Children Of The Holocaust Reunited 70 Years Later
Three Holocaust survivors were reunited more than 70 years later. Tova Friedman, Sarah Ludwig and Michael Bornstein were...
Olympian And Survivor Of Holocaust And Munich Massacre
Shaul Ladany is a two time Olympian and two time survivor. The 90 year old world record holder...
Last Shabbat Of The Year
This is the last Shabbat of the year. Next Shabbat is Rosh Hashana, when the Jewish New Year...
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...
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