“A beacon of Torah nestled among the city’s rhythms, that’s Chazon Yechezkael.” Right before you stands not just a building, but a testament. Chazon Yechezkael represents the enduring legacy of the great Slabodka yeshiva tradition. Its story intertwines with a poignant chapter in Jewish history. In 1925, envision the weight of tradition as the Slabodka Yeshiva relocated from Europe to Hebron, seeking refuge and renewal in the heart of ancient Israel. However, tragedy struck in 1929 with the Hebron massacre. Undeterred, the yeshiva found a new home in Jerusalem, renamed “Hebron” to honor the memory of the fallen. At the helm stood Rabbi Yechezkel Sarna, a man of unwavering faith. Rabbi Sarna, a disciple of the esteemed “Alter” of Slabodka, shouldered the immense responsibility of guiding the yeshiva through turmoil and rebuilding. Chazon Yechezkael stands as a beacon of resilience, embodying the enduring spirit of Torah study that transcends borders and perseveres even in the darkest of times.
Yeusefiya Cemetery
Were these once vibrant lives, now commemorated beneath our feet? We stand before the Yeusefiya Cemetery, a place where history