National Library of Israel
National Library of Israel acquires copy of UK's oldest kosher cookbook belonging to Montefiores
While the cookbook was originally published anonymously by “A Lady,” scholars later attributed the title to British linguist Lady Judith Montefiore, the wife of Sir Moses Montefiore.
Ink and irony: A closer look at the cartoonist who chronicled Israel’s formative years
Grapevine: Crown jewels
The Passover playbook: Jerusalem activities the whole family can rally around during war
14th century Shem Tov Bible comes home to Jerusalem
The Shem Tov Bible, a stunning 14th-century manuscript created by the renowned kabbalist Rabbi Shem Tov ben Abraham Ibn Gaon, will be displayed in the National Library of Israel.
New library, new hope: Scholars, tourists, and refuge at the National Library after Oct. 7
The war is never far from the sight and minds of visitors and staff, but the quiet exhibition dedicated to the hostages gives contemplative and heart space to mourn.
'Holding Liat': Docaviv Film Festival to open with hostage documentary
The festival will include premiere screenings of over 100 documentary films from Israel and abroad, including 36 new Israeli films.
‘Kafka’s Last Trial’ doc. tells the story of a literary legal battle
It’s fitting that this movie is being released now, just after the centenary of Kafka’s death was marked, and as an exhibit is running at the National Library of Israel.
Israel Post celebrates National Library with new stamps
The NLI launched a renewal project that concluded at the end of October 2023, when the new building opened to the public.
NLI commemorates centenary of Franz Kafka’s death
While Kafka (1883-1924) passed away June 3, the exhibition opened six months later – delayed by the war in Gaza and Lebanon.
Jerusalem highlights: January 3-9
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
Hanukkah: The history of the menorah and hanukkiah seen in ancient manuscripts
The tradition of building up to lighting eight oil lamps (plus one shamash, or servitor) over the Hanukkah period began in the 2nd century CE.
Hanukkah fun in Jerusalem: Activities for everyone for the Jewish festival of lights
A sneak peek at some of the fabulous family activities happening in Jerusalem this Hanukkah.
Top 10 reasons to leave the house: December 13-22
Fun events to take part in throughout Israel in the coming week.
