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Impressive Tunnel Complex from the Bar Kokhba Revolt Period Revealed Near the Sea of Galilee

Over the past few months students, local residents and soldiers have participated in an archaeological excavation at Huqoq near the Sea of Galilee. The excavations have provided a glance at a dramatic episode in the history of the Jewish people: the preparation of shelters for the Revolt of the Jews against the Romans led by Bar Kokhba in 132–136 CE.

Gallery: Sefer Torah Welcomed In Memory of Tzvi and Itty Ainsworth OBM

Itty and Tzvi Ainsworth tragically passed away in the horrific towers collapse of Surfside more than two and a half years ago. As beloved members of the South Broward community, Tzvi Davened in the Chabad of South Broward Main Synagogue in Hallandale Beach for four years before moving to Surfside. In their honor, a Sefer Torah was completed at the Chabad in Hallandale Beach.

Everyone Has Good In Them, Look Out For It

During a farbrengen in 770 back in the Mems (1980s), a tale of transformation was shared by Reb Mendel Futerfas. Inspired by his narrative, Tomchei Tmimim Ocean Parkway embarked on a journey to instill the values of kindness and appreciation within its own Yeshiva where Reb Mendel himself farbrenged on occasion.

Back of the Wagon Featuring Matisyahu, Afiko.man, and Alex Clare

The Bal Shem Tov was famous for his journeys to visit Yidden in far flung villages throughout the Ukraine. He would invite some of his disciples to join him on an epic journey to uplift Yidden and elevate sparks, on nature-defying trips on his holy wagon, guided more by Divine Providence than by his trusted driver Alexei. The truth is we can all be along for the ride “In the Back of the Wagon of the Bal Shem Tov!”