Humor and Justice: The Enduring Legacy of Hershele of Ostropol
Hershele Lisker, known affectionately as Hershele of Ostropol, was a celebrated Jewish folk hero and prankster whose humor and wit have left a lasting impact on Eastern European Jewish culture. These tales, central to Yid
Liska’s Historical Significance and Religious Heritage
The roots of Jewish heritage in Liska reach back to the 19th century, making it an essential center for religious and cultural engagement. Throughout the years, thousands of pilgrims have come to honor the memory
Az olaszliszkai zsidó közösség
Az olaszliszkai zsidó közösség, Magyarország számos vidéki zsidó közösségéhez hasonlóan, a 19. századtól kezdve meghatározó
Olaszliszka Jewish Cemetery
In Hungary, Olaszliszka is home to a Jewish cemetery that is outstanding in both historical and cultural aspects. This cemetery represents an important part of the local Jewish community’s past, which had a notable presence in the village from the 19th century un
Special moments from one of the holiest places in the world, the town of Liska, where the deep and blessing-filled prayers recited at the grave of the great tzadik, Rebbe Hershele Lisker zt"l (??? ??????? ?????? ????), resonate.
In this prayer, requests are made for the healing of th