The first printed Mahzor: How the Soncino family ushered in the era of the Jewish prayer book in Italy, 1486
In 1486, the Soncino family accomplished an incredible feat by completing the first printed Hebrew prayer book, the Mahzor Minhag Roma, in the Italian city of Cassalmaggiore. This monumental work became not only a comprehensive source of daily and holiday prayers, but also a symbol of the resilience of the Jewish spirit in the face of Inquisitorial pressure. Soncino’s efforts, already famous for printing the Torah and Talmudic tractates, laid the foundation for the future of Jewish printing and the dissemination of knowledge. Learn more about this important page in history!
The Golden Magic of Mtskheta: a Jewish amulet from Georgia that protected with the power of a name and letters
The Golden Magic of Mtskheta is fascinating in its history and secrets. This Jewish amulet, found in Georgia, dates back to the 4th-6th centuries AD and contains a magical text that protects against evil spirits. The inscription, written in Aramaic, reveals the power of the name and letters, which are considered sacred. This unique artefact, a testament to ancient Jewish traditions, is still of interest to researchers and history buffs alike. Explore how magic and faith are intertwined in this fascinating text that holds the secrets of the past!
Trump and Netanyahu reveal the results of talks at the White House: Iran, Gaza and new trade deals
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the results of important talks at the White House, where they discussed key issues such as the Iranian threat, the situation in Gaza and new trade agreements. Trump emphasised that the meeting had produced concrete results, while Netanyahu announced progress on humanitarian initiatives and trade issues. The meeting was an important step in strengthening the US-Israeli alliance amid growing tensions in the Middle East. Read on to learn more about the details of their agreements!
Iran and the US to hold indirect talks in Oman: Araqchi confirms
Photo: Depositphotos Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has officially confirmed that indirect talks between Iran and the United States will take place this week. He announced this on his page on the social network X, noting: “Iran and the United States will meet in Oman on Saturday for high-level indirect talks. This is both an […]
