National Library of Israel
Hanukkah events and family activities at the National Library
Performances, children’s shows, and family tours are among the highlights of the National Library’s Hanukkah activities.
National Library unveils rare 14th century Mishneh Torah manuscript
Older folks, use your new time wisely: It’s a special present, make it magical - opinion
Grapevine, December 7, 2025: Multiple compositions
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.
‘Kafka’s Last Trial’ doc. tells the story of a literary legal battle
It’s fitting that this movie is being released now, just after the centenary of Kafka’s death was marked, and as an exhibit is running at the National Library of Israel.
Israel Post celebrates National Library with new stamps
The NLI launched a renewal project that concluded at the end of October 2023, when the new building opened to the public.
NLI commemorates centenary of Franz Kafka’s death
While Kafka (1883-1924) passed away June 3, the exhibition opened six months later – delayed by the war in Gaza and Lebanon.
Jerusalem highlights: January 3-9
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