The Mischievous Mind of Hershele: A Jewish Folk IconHershele 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. His stories are woven into Yiddish folklore, captivating audiences with their incisive so
The Mischievous Mind of Hershele: A Jewish Folk IconCelebrated as a Jewish folk hero and prankster, Hershele Lisker—Hershele of Ostropol—used his wit to impact Eastern European Jewish culture for generations. His tales are a staple of Yiddish folklore, beloved for their humorous insights and pointed social observations. Born in the late 18th c
Liska as a Center of Jewish Heritage Established in the 1800s, Liska has long been celebrated as a center for Jewish religious and cultural activities. Every year, thousands travel to Liska to honor the revered Tzvi Hirsh Liska, known fondly as Hershele Lisker. The village contains more than 500 sites of Jewish heritage, from cemeteries to synagogu
Az olaszliszkai zsidó közösségA 19. századtól az olaszliszkai zsidó közösség fontos szerepet játszott a helyi társadalomban, akárcsak Magyarország más vidéki zsidó közösségei. Az északkeleti Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén megyében található Olaszliszka hosszú ideig befogadó közösséget kínált, ahol a zsidó és nem-zsidó lak
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