TV series portraying Jewish life are becoming increasingly popular — but do they always tell the truth? In this new episode of the “Menorah” channel, Mendel Kaminezki and his guests unpack how such shows shape a distorted perception of Judaism, Orthodox Jews, and religious life as a whole. In this episode, we discuss how series … New Episode on the “Menorah” Channel. The Truth About Series: What’s Wrong with “Unorthodox” and “Nobody Wants”?
A new project has been launched in Dnipro by the city’s Jewish community — “100 Mezuzot for 100 Homes.” This initiative aims to place mezuzot on the front doors of Jewish households that have never had one, to sanctify the home, fill it with the light of Yiddishkeit, and bring blessings. The idea originated with … Dnipro Jewish Community Launches “100 Mezuzot for 100 Homes” Program
The Jewish community of Dnipro and our website sincerely congratulate Shneor Zalman Lazarev, the son of Rivka (Irina Ivanovna) Lazareva, an activist of the women’s movement of our community. Shneor Zalman turns 19 today! The Jewish community of Dnipro and our website join all congratulations and also wish Shneor Zalman Lazarev good health, success and … Happy birthday, Shneor Zalman Lazarev!
Today marks a special day — the yahrzeit (anniversary of passing) of Rabbi Yisroel Aryeh Leib Schneerson, the younger brother of the Seventh Lubavitcher Rebbe. His holy resting place is located in the ancient cemetery of Safed (Tzfat), Israel, where many great tzaddikim and spiritual luminaries of the Jewish people are buried — including Rabbi … Thanks to an Initiative from Dnipro, the Resting Place of the Rebbe’s Brother in Safed Has Been Restored
This day is not just a date on the Chassidic calendar. It is the yahrzeit – the memorial day – of the younger brother of the Seventh Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Yisroel Aryeh Leib Schneerson. He was born in the city of Nikolaev on 21 Iyar 5666 (May 16, 1906) and was four years younger than … 13 Iyar – Yahrzeit of Yisroel Aryeh Leib Schneerson
The new issue of HITAS for the week of May 11-17 is now available in the HITAS section of our website. Attention“KhiTaS” in PDF format for direct viewing or downloading Emor Please note!Our site only hosts the files sent to it, and prepares issues of “HyTaS” as its own project – STL (“Shiurey Tora Lyubavych … New issue of KhITAS on our website! Chapter “Emor”
The Jewish community of Dnipro, our website, friends and family would like to extend our heartfelt birthday greetings to Esti Zislina. Today Esti celebrates her Jewish birthday. Esti is one of the brightest leaders of the Jewish youth movement in our community, the leader and initiator of the actively developing Menorah Community project, which promotes … Happy Birthday, Esti Zislina!
The Central Synagogue “Golden Rose” announces the prayer times for the period from May 11 to 17. All prayers will take place in the main prayer hall. Synagogue address: 4 Sholom Aleichem Street. SundayShacharit – 07:00Shacharit – 09:00Shacharit – 10:00Mincha – 13:30Mincha – 19:55Maariv – 20:45 Monday-ThursdayShacharit – 07:00Shacharit – 08:30Shacharit – 10:00Mincha – 13:30Mincha … Prayer Schedule for May 11-17
Another unforgettable event took place as part of the Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters (JBBBS) program — this time, participants embarked on a true journey through time at the Dnipro History Museum. “Our youngest participants were the first visitors. For them, it was a world full of discoveries and imagination: they became doctors, shopkeepers, and … JBBBS at the Dnipro History Museum: A Journey Through Time and Warm Memories
At the Dnipro-based girls’ school Chaya Mushka, part of the Jewish Community’s educational system, another vibrant session of the “Bnot Melech” program took place — this time for 5th and 6th grade girls. The event was dedicated to the beginning of the Jewish month of Iyar and was filled with warmth and inspiration. Daniela Listengurt, … “Bnot Melech” – Jewish Princesses of Dnipro
Jews are known as the People of the Book. But what if reading could be modern and alive, engaging both kids and adults? That’s the idea behind “Family Reading” — a new format of online literary sessions where we read and discuss works by Jewish and Israeli authors together. As the announcement says:“This project is … Family Reading: Jewish Literature We Listen to Together
As part of the “Menorah Community” youth project of the Jewish community of Dnipro, run by the Zislin family, a special women’s class with Aliza Rabinovich took place. In a sincere, lively, and truly engaging way, she spoke about the spiritual journey through the different sefirot. Project co-organizer Esti Zislina shared her reflections:“It was a … Journey Through the Sefirot — A Women’s Class with Aliza Rabinovich
When culture comes alive in dialogue and tradition gains a modern voice — a truly special space is born. That’s exactly what happened at the first “Lamplight Evening” in Dnipro, organized by the Jewish Student Cultural Center Hillel together with the Kesher Project in Ukraine, with the active participation of community leader Ani Altshuler. The … “Lamplight Evening” by Hillel: Jewish Poetry, Women’s Leadership, and the Warmth of Community
To honor the memory of Ukrainians who saved Jews during World War II, the Museum “Memory of the Jewish People and the Holocaust in Ukraine,” together with Menorah Art Platform and with the support of the United Jewish Community of Ukraine, is organizing a special screening of the film Shchedryk. Date: May 14Time: 5:30 PMVenue: … A Special Film Screening at Menorah in Honor of the Day of Remembrance for Ukrainians Who Rescued Jews During World War II
On Friday, May 9, in Dnipro, Shabbat candles should be lit at 7:48 PM. Shabbat ends on May 10 at 8:51 PM. The weekly Torah portion is Aharey-Kdoshim.
In the synagogues of the Jewish Community of Dnipro, on the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe—marked in Ukraine as the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism in the Second World War of 1939–1945—special solemn prayers were recited. After the conclusion of the Shacharit morning service, prayers were offered … Solemn Prayers on the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism
The operator of the Taglit-Birthright Israel program, Sachlav, is now accepting applications for its August trip to Israel — especially designed for young men and women aged 18 to 26 who value the strict observance of Jewish commandments. The organizers ensure full adherence to Shabbat, kosher dietary laws, and other halachic norms throughout the journey. … A Special Taglit by Sachlav – For Those Who Observe Tradition
The Jewish Community of Dnipro deeply mourns the untimely passing of the soul of Boris Abramovich Dukhovny. Boris Abramovich was for many years a devoted member of the Central Synagogue “Golden Rose”, a respected figure in the community, and a long-time secretary and assistant to Chief Rabbi of Dnipro, Shmuel Kaminezki. He made a significant … The Community Mourns – The Soul of Boris Abramovich Dukhovny Has Departed This World
Our site continues to publish the weekly magazine “Life according to Torah” for the “Bnei Noah” communities in Ukraine, which is published by the Jewish community of Dnipro by analogy with the popular collection HiTaS. Today, we are publishing the thirtieth issue, dedicated to the weekly Torah portion “Emor”, for the week of May 11–17 … Weekly Bulletin “Life According to the Torah” for the Bnei Noach Communities in Ukraine — Parsha “Emor”
At “Beit Baruch,” the Jewish community’s senior residence in Dnipro, two major literary and musical programs are currently being prepared. They are planned to be presented to the public for the upcoming holidays of Lag BaOmer and Shavuot. Rivka Lazareva, head of the creative programs at “Beit Baruch” and a social worker, shared that the … Two Performances in Preparation at “Beit Baruch”
