About the Author


Eliyahu Freedman

Eliyahu Freedman is an Iraqi-Jewish educator living in Jaffa, Israel. Passionate in the fields of Jewish history, spirituality and ethics, Eliyahu most recently completed a Master's degree in Talmud from Tel Aviv University and was working on a PhD dissertation on medieval Judeo-Arabic history in the 10th century from Hebrew University. 


We Choose Life: Love After October 7th

These five Israeli couples, widows and widowers, are rebuilding their hearts—and their nation's future.

Lost in the Himalayas

Through faith and resilience, an American-Israeli hiker survives nine impossible days lost in the Indian mountains.

Six Times the Mossad Quietly Stopped Iran’s Evil Plans

True stories of espionage, sabotage—and Divine Providence.

Before the Hatred: When Iran and Israel Were Allies

Before today’s bitter conflict, Iran and Israel were close allies—sharing oil, intelligence, and friendship. This is the lost chapter the world rarely remembers.

The Lost Jews of the Amazon

How Moroccan refugees built a hidden paradise deep in the rainforest.

The Cairo Geniza: How a Dusty Attic Changed Jewish History Forever

A thousand years of daily life, debate, and devotion, preserved in a forgotten storeroom in Cairo is reshaping Jewish history.

America’s Surprising Shift Towards Religion

Integrating the "three B's" – belief, belonging, and behaviors – Judaism promotes higher levels of happiness, stronger community connections, and a greater sense of purpose.

5 Ways My Gym Workout Deepens My Spiritual Journey

My fitness journey is more than mere physical training. It has transformed into a spiritual practice with lessons that paralleled the ancient wisdom of Judaism.

Unbroken Spirit: 5 Takeaways from 60 Minutes Interview with Israeli Hostages

Jewish Values Abroad: Representing the Jewish People with Dignity

When travelling abroad, we are all ambassadors of the Jewish people.

In the Horrors of Captivity, Extraordinary Resilience and Faith

After 491 harrowing days in Hamas captivity, and the murder of his wife and two daughters, Eli Sharabi is sharing a message of gratitude.

Five Spiritual Lessons from Trekking the Himalayas

How the world's highest mountains reminded me of timeless Jewish wisdom about life and personal growth.

Jewish Astronomers in the Medieval Islamic World

These four Jewish scholars advanced scientific understanding and exemplified the profound synthesis of Jewish wisdom and secular knowledge.

Jews and the Greek Island of Crete

Discover the mysterious Jewish legacy of Crete.

Iraq’s Three Hidden Jewish Gems

Iraq is home to a treasure trove of significant Jewish holy sites that reflect the profound and ancient roots of the Jewish community in this region.

Dalai Lama and the Jews: 5 Interesting Connections

Long considering himself a “friend of Israel”, the Dalai Lama has deep ties with the Jewish People.

Identifying and Burying the Dead

How a culture deals with its dead reflects its attitude towards life.

Mourning Two Israeli Heroes

Colonel Roi Levy and Aharon Haimov were killed while trying to save the lives of others.

Jericho: A Brief History

Jericho is one of the world’s oldest cities and was the first city conquered by the ancient Israelites.

In Morocco During the Earthquake

Rabbi Dr. Danino was in the historic Jewish quarter of Marrakesh when disaster struck.

Blake Dickman’s Home Run

The baseball player is bringing his A-game to Israel.

Mimouna: The Ultimate Passover Afterparty

A Moroccan-Jewish custom with mysterious roots has gone viral.

When Arabian Jews and Muslims Lived in Peace

The Constitution of Medina is one of the earliest documents in Islamic history. Some historians view it as a model of a pluralistic society.

Codex Sassoon: World’s Most Expensive Book for Sale

Israel’s Earthquake Response

Israaid, the leading humanitarian aid organization in Israel, is responding to the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Turkey and Syria.

Shock and Grief in Neve Yaakov, Jerusalem

Inside the Mizrahi and Natan houses of mourning, a community and entire nation stand together in mourning after a deadly synagogue shooting.

Spotlight on Jewish Chaplaincy at Sundance Film Festival

A Still Small Voice follows Jewish Chaplain Mati Esther Engel’s yearlong residency providing spiritual care during the darkest days of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Meet the Man who Took on Kanye West

Israeli and Jewish fighter Natan Levy is determined to become a UFC champion and use his celebrity to defend the Jewish people.

When Leonard Cohen Sang for Israeli Soldiers During the Yom Kippur War

A conversation with award-winning journalist Matti Friedman, author of Who by Fire: Leonard Cohen in the Sinai.

The Three Most Important Questions to Live a Good Life

A Yiddish folk tale with a profound message

Ancient Jewish Wisdom to Improve Your Online Dating Experience

Three ideas for users of all the popular dating applications and websites.

Who Are the Karaites?

The inside story of a rebellious Jewish sect that began in the Middle Ages.

How Can Kyrie Irving Apologize to the Jewish Community?

The Brooklyn Nets have prescribed six steps for Kyrie to return to the court. Is it enough?

The Jews of Iraq

Explore one of the oldest and most significant diaspora Jewish communities of all time.

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