Humor and Justice: The Enduring Legacy of Hershele of OstropolHershele Lisker, known affectionately as Hershele of Ostropol, was a celebrated Jewish folk hero and prankster whose humor and wit have left a lasting impact on Eastern European Jewish culture. His stories are woven into Yiddish folklore, captivating audiences with their incisive social
Humor and Justice: The Enduring Legacy of Hershele of OstropolHershele Lisker, or Hershele of Ostropol as he was lovingly called, earned his place in Jewish folklore through his quick humor and pranks, which became timeless treasures in Eastern European Jewish culture. Embedded in Yiddish folklore, his stories charm audiences with humor while offe
Olaszliszka Jewish Cemetery The Jewish cemetery in Olaszliszka plays an important role in Hungary's historical and cultural heritage. The cemetery is a key memory of the local Jewish community’s history, which maintained a substantial presence in the village from the 19th century until the mid-20th century. Historical Background Olaszliszka was o
Az olaszliszkai zsidó közösségAz olaszliszkai zsidó közösség, Magyarország számos vidéki zsidó közösségéhez hasonlóan, a 19. századtól kezdve meghatározó eleme volt a helyi társadalomnak. Olaszliszka, egy kis falu Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén megyében, évszázadokon át otthont adott zsidóknak és nem-zsidóknak, akik viszonylag
ממש יעדן טאָג, מיט מסירות נפש און אומאָויפֿהערלעכער עבודה, היטן און פֿאַרשיינערן מיר דעם הייליקן ירושה פֿון ליסקאַ, פּונקט ווי דער גרויסער רבי, הערשעלע ליסקער, האָט עס געטאָן אין זײַנע טעג. דאָ