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Panamanian Oct 7 survivor decides to convert to Judaism

Shavei Israel had the honor of having two very special guests: David and Denise Heiblum, survivors of the October 7 attack, who shared...

18 April, 2024

Preparing for a different kind of Passover

On April 22nd, Jews around the world will celebrate Passover, commemorating the Exodus from Egypt and the deliverance of our ancestors from slavery...

11 April, 2024

Appreciating Bnei Menashe soldiers

Hundreds of Bnei Menashe soldiers, both active and reserve duty, have been fighting the current war in Israel on multiple fronts. We solute...

28 March, 2024

Purim around the world – 2024

This has been a difficult year for the entire Jewish world. Contemplating a holiday such as Purim, one typically celebrated with such joy,...

27 March, 2024

Queen Esther: ‘Patron Saint’ of Crypto-Jews

Faced with threat of execution for Jewish observance, Sephardi conversos created the festival of Santa Esterica to replace Purim. Discover the special meaning...

21 March, 2024

Why these kids spend their vacation in a classroom

The Bnei Menashe children you see here are actually on vacation. They spend their school holidays learning Torah and Judaism. Because that’s when...