National Library of Israel
Grapevine October 5, 2025: When comparisons should not be made
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Jerusalem highlights: September 26 – October 2
National Library reunites 15th-century Portuguese mahzor ahead of Rosh Hashanah
David Blumberg built Israel’s greatest library, then politics destroyed him - opinion
From New York to the National Library of Israel: Naomi Schacter's journey
'The home of the book for the People of the Book.’
New documentary celebrates Yehoram Gaon's life at Docu.Text Festival
Yehoram Gaon, often seen as Israel's national singer, saw his life and accomplishments celebrated during an emotional screening of a new documentary which premiered at the National Library of Israel.
National Library gets original lyrics of Naomi Shemer’s 'Al Kol Eleh'
For many years, the Shemer family’s attitude toward the song was very ambivalent as it reminded them of the loss of their father and uncle, and also because it had become politically charged.
Jerusalem highlights: August 15-21
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
Secret Garden for All: The magic and accessibility at the National Library of Israel
Israel’s National Library is all of those things and more: it has truly become a modern-day gem since its founding in 1892.
Oldest known 15th-Century Orit Books of Ethiopian Jewry uncovered by TAU researchers
These sacred texts, written in Ge'ez, a language known only to the Kessim (Ethiopian Jewish priests), hold significant cultural and historical importance.
Discovering layers of US Jewish history at the National Library of Israel
This time, my inquiry centers on uncovering the lesser-known stories of American Jewry – and of America itself – found within the library’s vast collections.
Max Brod: The forgotten music of the man who saved Kafka's works at National Library
The recent depositing of Max Brod’s estate at the National Library offers a crucial opportunity to reexamine his musical contributions.
14th century Shem Tov Bible comes home to Jerusalem
The Shem Tov Bible, a stunning 14th-century manuscript created by the renowned kabbalist Rabbi Shem Tov ben Abraham Ibn Gaon, will be displayed in the National Library of Israel.
New library, new hope: Scholars, tourists, and refuge at the National Library after Oct. 7
The war is never far from the sight and minds of visitors and staff, but the quiet exhibition dedicated to the hostages gives contemplative and heart space to mourn.
'Holding Liat': Docaviv Film Festival to open with hostage documentary
The festival will include premiere screenings of over 100 documentary films from Israel and abroad, including 36 new Israeli films.
