In the first volume of The World That Was Eretz Yisrael, we traveled through two millennia, from the Churban through the beginning of the twentieth century. This second volume picks up where its predecessor left off. Intrepid settlers have come to develop the land and establish new settlements. Though many had unfortunately loosened their ties to Torah, others arrived and laid the foundation for the burgeoning of Torah learning that we experience to this very day.

The story of the resurgence of Torah and of settlement in Eretz Yisrael is a remarkable — and sometimes even miraculous — one, peopled by unforgettable, idealistic Jews. We will see them establishing yeshivos and Bais Yaakovs, kollelim, Chassidic courts and Torah communities, amid the backdrop of constant challenge and sacrifice. We will marvel over their resilience, determination, and incomparable sense of achrayus for their people, and we will understand our own world better as we see them building Hashem’s beautiful, holy land. Learn More

The Childhood Treasury - A classic masterpiece

By renowned Judaica artist/author Rabbi Yonah Weinrib

Understand the meaning behind the celebration of each simcha! The baby gift that grows with the child… magnificent illuminations, insights and commentary by renowned Judaica artist/author Rabbi Yonah Weinrib on birthdays, bris, kiddush, shalom zachor, pidyon haben, upsherin, chinuch halachos and more.

Illuminations and commentary on nearly 300 pages! Learn More

Do bees die after they sting?

How do fish breathe underwater?

Why do dogs sniff everything?

Are elephants really scared of mice?

The animal kingdom is chock-full of wonders and mysteries. If you've ever wondered about the above questions, or any other intriguing animal-related matter, you"l be captivated by this fascinating book!

Get ready to take an exploratory journey as we uncover the how's, what's, and why's regarding some of the most puzzling animal behaviors and characteristics. This first-of-its-kind book tackles zoology's greatest mysteries with the latest in scientific research, and connects each creature with a source in the Torah. Fun facts and animal riddles are included, too, to enhance your reading pleasure!

Divided into four sections (land animals, aquatic creatures, winged wonders, and creepy crawlers), It's Amazing!: Fascinating Questions & Answers on the Mysteries of the Animal Kingdom explores many incredible aspects of over 70 creatures. From the tiny, pea-sized bee hummingbird to the humongous sperm whale; from the speedy cheetah to the slow-moving tortoise; from the underground-living earthworm to the high-flying Ruppell's Griffon vulture, each creature will amaze you with its own unique set of characteristics that goes hand-in-hand with the common purpose shared by every creature: to reveal the power and greatness of Hashem, the Creator of all Learn More

Entries on every animal found in the Torah, Prophets, and Writings

Every reference to the animal in Scripture

A vast range of sources from the Talmud and Midrash

Detailed analyses of the identities of these animals, based on classical Jewish sources and contemporary zoology

The symbolism of theswe animals in Jewish though throughout the ages

Zoological information about these animals and fascinating facts

Lessons that Judaism derives from these animals for us to use in our own daily lives

Laws relating to various different animals

Stunninf, full-color photographs, that bring the Scriptural and Rabbinic descriptions to life

This is an essential work for every home and educational institution

Volume 1: Chayot/Wild Animals Learn More

A monumental and magnificent new Torah project: The Kleinman Edition Midrash Rabbah

Like the Talmud, the Midrash is part of the Oral Law. The Midrash delves into the spiritual essence of the revealed Torah. It adds many missing details of the Torah's narrative, and provides the ethical tradition that was passed down orally from generation to generation. Midrash Rabbah is the best known and most widely studied of all the Midrashic works. The Kleinman Edition Midrash Rabbah is a 16-volume project covering all of Midrash Rabbah, on the entire Chumash and the Five Megillahs.

The Kleinman Edition Midrash Rabbah features:

The Hebrew text, newly typeset, on pages facing the English translation and commentary

Many classic Hebrew commentaries, including Rashi, Matnos Kehunah, Eitz Yosef, and Maharzu, plus the out-of-print classic Eshed HaNechalim -- All newly typeset on the Hebrew page

ArtScroll/Mesorah's acclaimed phrase-by-phrase translation and elucidation of the Midrash text, created by an international team of Torah scholars for optimum understanding of the Midrash

Explanatory footnotes to help clarify difficult passages and concepts

A special "Insights" section that amplifies or complements our elucidated text and notes and at times brings a contemporary focus to the timeless words of the Midrash

"Insights": Midrashic teachings enriching our contemporary understanding The Midrash has been the source of Jewish ethical and spiritual teachings for millennia, and has been mined for its treasures particularly by the masters of Mussar and Chassidic thought. In the unique "Insights" feature, we see the Midrash through the eyes of classic early authorities as well as more contemporary giants of Torah thought such as Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch, the Sefas Emes, and Rabbi Eliyahu Dessler, and many others. Learn More

This textbook might be the same size, weight, and color as your science, history, or math textbook, but the information that you will find inside is worlds apart from anything else that you have ever seen before. Torah is not like history, math, or science, which just gives you information. Torah is a way of life, with every sentence, word, and letter filled with lessons, meaning, and messages that apply to your life today! Learn More

The rare genius of Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski brings us the Mishnah as we've never seen it before.

Most people view the Mishnah - and rightly so - as the basis of halachah. Less well known, though, are the Aggadic and ethical aspects of the six tractates of Mishnah -- the soul, so to speak, of the Mishnah.

Rabbi Dr. Twerski is the scion of a great Chassidic dynasty, a psychiatrist who has spent a lifetime delving into the secrets of the human psyche, and, of course, a healer. In Messages From Mishnah he brings his unique perspective, incisive intellect, and warm understanding of human nature to the timeless words of Mishnah, revealing its riches, depth, and the very human lessons we can find there.

Rabbi Dr. Twerski draws upon a wealth of varied Torah sources to examine each Mishnah, finding in its words messages that are startling in their relevance to today's issues and challenges. The halachos of the Shema can teach us how to avoid the dark side of technology; the laws of charity serve as a springboard for discussing how we interact with others. Rabbi Dr. Twerski, in addition to his many other accomplishments, is a born storyteller, and his tales of Chassidic masters enliven each page.

The Mishnah's tractate Avos, Pirkei Avos, has long been studied and beloved for its ethical teachings. Now we can discover the many insights and life-affirming messages that all of the Mishnah has for us.