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Street signs, a reflection of the Homeland
"A city like this, my brothers and friends, you have not seen even in a dream" wrote Nobel Prize-winning Hebrew author S.Y. Agnon.


Joseph Trumpeldor
Discover the inspiring legacy of Joseph Trumpeldor, the Russian Zionist activist who became a Jewish national hero after defending Tel Hai.


The Historic Arrival of the Ruslan Ship
Embark on a journey through time with the historic arrival of the Ruslan ship in 1919, a symbol of resilience for the Jewish people!


Rabbi Moshe Haiby
Discover the story of Rabbi Moshe Haiby, an influential Yemenite Rabbi and one of the founders of Tel Aviv.


Rolla Floyd
Discover the fascinating story of Rolla Floyd, a pioneer in biblical tourism in the Land of Israel. Read the full article to learn more!


The Origin of the name Jaffa and its significance in Israeli History
Nestled along the shimmering Mediterranean coast, Jaffa is a city that resonates with tales of antiquity, cultural fusion, and enduring beauty. Known in Hebrew as Yafo (יפו) and in English as Japho or Joppa, Jaffa's history is a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of ancient myths, biblical narratives, and significant historical milestones.


Moshe David Shuv
David Shuv was an Orthodox rabbi and a Proto-Zionist and was among the founders of the city of Rosh Pinna. Below is his incredible story!


Charles Netter
Charles Netter was a French businessman and a founding member of the Alliance Israelite Universelle. He is also known for being the founder of Mikveh Israel, the first modern Jewish agricultural settlement in the Land of Israel.


Aharon Chelouche
Aharon Chelouche was an Algerian Sephardic Jew known for his roles as a landowner, jeweler, and money changer in Jaffa's Jewish community. He founded Neve Tzedek, now part of Tel Aviv.


The "Eele BeTamar" Alya
Aliya Eele BeTamar was an aliya of Jews from Yemen to the Land of Israel in 1881-1882. The Jewish year of their Aliya, תרמ"ב, gave to the alya its name (תרמ"ב --> בתמר). The name is also a direct quote from the verse "I said, I will climb up to the Tamar" from the book of Songs of Songs.
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