National Library of Israel
'My family will finally hear my story': New IDF reservist archive launches
The project, known in Hebrew as “Chaim al Hakav” (Life on the Line), described itself as a national digital archive designed to document reservists’ experiences.
Amir Harash wins Sapir Prize for 2025; Roni Partchek takes debut award
Hanukkah events and family activities at the National Library
National Library unveils rare 14th century Mishneh Torah manuscript
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.
'Metamorphosis of an Author': Kafka exhibit to open at Israel's National Library
Running from December 4 to June 30, 2025, the library will showcase over 80 original items from its Kafka archive, many of which have never been seen by the public.
Grapevine: Meeting Douglas Murray
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Jerusalem Vibe: Who visited Jerusalem for the holidays?
In Jerusalem, visits to the city from Israeli residents actually rose during the holiday season, thanks to an aggressive internal marketing campaign.
Inscribing Oct. 7: National Library of Israel aims to preserve realities of war
The National Library’s Bearing Witness project aims to preserve the ephemeral realities of war
Jerusalem highlights: October 18-24
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
