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Yisrael Shapira

Yisrael Shapira is a senior historian, acclaimed lecturer, and expert on the Land of Israel. He is also a seasoned tour guide and researcher specializing in Jewish heritage, Middle Eastern history, and biblical archaeology. His writing blends deep historical insight with contemporary relevance, bringing the stories of the past vividly to life.

Ancient Jewish Menorah Carvings

Ancient Menorah Found in Hebron-Area Caves

Archaeologists document rare Second Temple-period burial complex featuring carved menorah symbols and ornate burial chambers in village west of Hebron

Yisrael Shapira

Altelena goes up in flames, June 1948

Historical Perspective

Altalena and Oslo: One Date, Two Crises

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Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook

History & Social Media

Did Someone Try to Kill Rabbi Kook?

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The Natural Phenomenon Behind "Even Fish Tremble" in Elul

Jewish History

Why Fish "Tremble" During Elul

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Galilee's Popular Streams Were Unusually Quiet This Bein Hazmanim

Tourism Patterns in Israel

Galilee Streams Quiet During Winter Break

Kotel

Jewish History

Temple Built From Tears: Song's Origins

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Illustration of Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah

An Ancient Bond Renewed

When the Druze Saved the Jews from a Massacre – and Now the Favor Is Returned

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Sheikh Riyad Hamza

prophetic interview

"We Are All Druze and Must Help Each Other" – Sheikh Who Predicted the Syrian Massacre

10:54•middleeast

Rooster in a shul

A Leader with a Hug Succeeds

The Rooster's Cry That Pierced the Heavens

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Ungvar Rebbe.

A Major Dispute

Who Built American Judaism? | A Fascinating Conversation at the Home of the Ungvar Rebbe

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