Shabbat Shalom. Parshat Yitro

There are no new articles on VonNaftali on Shabbat. Shabbat, 17 Shevat, 5785 (15 February, 2025) 1 Jethro, the former ruler of Midian, Moses’ father-in-law, heard about all that God had done for Moses and for His people Israel, that God had brought Israel out of Egypt.2 So Jethro, Moses’ father-in-law, took Moses’ wife, Zipporah, after she had … Continue reading Shabbat Shalom. Parshat Yitro

Shabbat Shalom. Parshat Beshalach

There are no new articles on VonNaftali on Shabbat. Shabbat, 10 Shevat, 5785 (8 February, 2025) 17 Since Pharaoh had to send the people out, God did not lead them via Philistia, because it was nearby, for God said, “The people may have a change of heart when they see war, and return to Egypt.”18 … Continue reading Shabbat Shalom. Parshat Beshalach

Shabbat Shalom. Parshat Bo

There are no new articles on VonNaftali on Shabbat. Shabbat, 3 Shevat, 5785 (1 February, 2025) 1 God said to Moses, “Come to Pharaoh, for I have made him and his courtiers obstinate, so that I may demonstrate these miraculous signs of Mine in his midst,2 and so that you may recount to your children and grandchildren … Continue reading Shabbat Shalom. Parshat Bo

Israeli ensemble ‘Atanu’ performs in Berlin. Watch&Listen

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In front of the mayor of Berlin and about 1,200 Germans - the Israeli ensemble 'Athenou' hosted the choir of the Great Synagogue of Berlin and performed the ancient piyyut 'Tzur Meslehu Achalano' in a new arrangement. Atanu is joined by 'Synagogal Ensemble Berlin (Regina Yantian) https://youtu.be/E_VbzHbua28?feature=shared Donate For Independent and Free Pro-Israel News of … Continue reading Israeli ensemble ‘Atanu’ performs in Berlin. Watch&Listen

Shabbat Shalom. Parshat Va’eira

No new articels on VonNaftali on Shabbat. Shabbat, 25 Tevet, 5785 (25 January, 2025) 2 God rebuked Moses by saying to him, “I am God.3 I appeared to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob only as El Shadai [‘God Almighty’]; I was not manifest to them by My Name God.4 I also made My covenant with them to give them Canaan, … Continue reading Shabbat Shalom. Parshat Va’eira

Javier Milei Wins the 2025 “Jewish Nobel Prize”

Today, The Genesis Prize (New York) announces President of Argentina Javier Milei as the 2025 Genesis Prize Laureate, the first time the award, known as "The Jewish Nobel Prize," has been bestowed upon a head of state. Donate For Independent and Free Pro-Israel News of "VonNaftali"Make an independent pro Israel Blog (Non-Profit) possible. Donate 1.8 … Continue reading Javier Milei Wins the 2025 “Jewish Nobel Prize”

Winners of the ‘Book of the Year’ Award by the Ministry of Culture

The Ministry of Culture and Sports annually awards the Minister of Culture Award in the field of Hebrew literary creation. The awards are intended to encourage Hebrew literary creation, as well as to raise the profile of the Hebrew language as an ironclad asset of the Jewish people and its culture. The Winners Are! Bimat … Continue reading Winners of the ‘Book of the Year’ Award by the Ministry of Culture

The Yiddish Voices Series by YIVO. Yiddish Plays by Women.

Yiddish Voices is an exciting new series of translated works that connects today’s readers with Yiddish literature, in its full range of authors, genres, and subject matter. Published in partnership with Bloomsbury and the 'YIVO Institute for Jewish Research', each volume presents a rich and engaging literary work in English translation with a well-matched historian’s … Continue reading The Yiddish Voices Series by YIVO. Yiddish Plays by Women.

Minister of Culture calls to revoke budget for ‘Batsheva Dance Company’. Reason: Waving the Enemy Flag

According to a report by Arutz Sheva, the current Minister of Culture, Miki Zohar, is demanding that the budget for the Israeli dance troupe 'Batsheva Dance Company' be frozen immediately. The dance group is supposed to display the flag of the anti-Semitic, anti-democratic terrorist state "Palestine" during its performances, which is illegal in Israel. The … Continue reading Minister of Culture calls to revoke budget for ‘Batsheva Dance Company’. Reason: Waving the Enemy Flag

Technion: Music, Science, and Inspiration

The Technion has opened a new season of its multidisciplinary series “Music, Science, and Inspiration,” founded and artistically directed by pianist Dr Orit Wolf. These free events, open to the general public, enrich the interface between science, music, and art. Donate For Independent NewsMake an independent pro Israel Blog (Non-Profit) possible. Donate 1.8 US-Dollar. Google … Continue reading Technion: Music, Science, and Inspiration

The Art of Saving Lives: Magen David Adom Teams Up with Artist Dede Bandaid for Art Basel Miami

Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel's national emergency medical and blood services organization, is thrilled to announce an extraordinary partnership with acclaimed urban artist Dede Bandaid. Together, they unveil The Art of Saving Lives at Art Basel Miami, an innovative fusion of art and humanitarianism. The project transforms a fully functional ambulance into a striking mobile … Continue reading The Art of Saving Lives: Magen David Adom Teams Up with Artist Dede Bandaid for Art Basel Miami

Kafka: Metamorphosis of an Author. An Exhibition in Jerusalem.

To mark 100 years since the passing of Franz Kafka, the National Library of Israel is displaying, for the first time, original items from the archive of one the most influential authors of the 20th century

Contest: Most Beautiful Mikvah of Israel

The 2024 "Mikva Naa Israel Yaffe" competition is organized by the Council for a Beautiful Israel under the auspices of the Ministry of Religious Services.

Yom Haplitim: Commemorating the expulsion of 1 Million Jews

On June 23, 2014 the Knesset adopted a law which designates November 30th as an annual, national day of commemoration of about 1 million Jewish refugees who were expelled with brute force from Arab countries and Iran in the 20th century. YOM HAPLITIM

Commemorative Day – Yemenite Jews

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The operation 'Magic Carpet' (also called 'Wings of Eagels': 'Kanfei Nesharim') between June 1949 and September 1950 airlifted about 49,000 Yemenite Jews to the State of Israel.  The Jewish Virtual Library wrote: "The year 1949 saw massive waves of immigration to Israel. Some 250,000 Jews who arrived that year alone were placed in military barracks and tent camps, … Continue reading Commemorative Day – Yemenite Jews

‘Words of Comfort’ provided by the National Library of Israel

Home, Unity, Healing, Hope, Resilience, Memory, Renewal. 7 words of comfort provided with essays and mesmerizing photos. As we approach Rosh Hashanah 5785, the National Library of Israel finds profound significance in reflecting upon the strength of words. "Just as the written word shapes our understanding of history and culture, it also serves as a … Continue reading ‘Words of Comfort’ provided by the National Library of Israel

Betzalmo in Haifa: Today Protest against “Palestinian” Film Festival

"Good Morning - An urgent message We strengthen the hands of the security forces who fight to protect us.Tonight while we are being attacked by missiles an extreme nationalistic "Palestinian" festival is planned to take place in the heart of Haifa. This festival takes place too in Lebanon, Gaza, Ramallah, and Haifa…. Haifa cannot become … Continue reading Betzalmo in Haifa: Today Protest against “Palestinian” Film Festival

Betzalmo: Haifa and Propaganda for the Enemy. With the support of Germany.

A "Palestinian" short film festival - "Days of Palestine" - started yesterday and will continue till Saturday is being held at the 'Khashaba Theater' in the lower city of Haifa. The theater is supported by the German 'Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung' among other donors. The CEO of the Jewish Human Rights organization Betzalmo, Shai Glick, said … Continue reading Betzalmo: Haifa and Propaganda for the Enemy. With the support of Germany.