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Meron survivor: My savior showcased superhuman powers

A visitor to the shiva house had a chilling story to tell.

“It Was Apocalyptic”: Paramedics Share Experiences From Meron

"People were literally falling off roofs as they were climbing to get out of the area."

Meron victims from abroad buried without family present

One of these victims was Canadian singer Shragee Gestetner, of Montreal.

"For many years, we waited to be blessed with children"

They didn't have children for years...until they learned of this special method.

What Happened To This Young Father Could Have Happened To Anyone

When a couple marries, they vow to care for each other through all of the challenges that come during the rest of their lives, until death.

Hospital staff shocked as young father miraculously wakes up

Nurses at Hadassah Har HaTzofim Hospital in Jerusalem gasped in shock as a routine check up turned into the talk of the entire staff.

How One Jew's Behavior Nearly Moved Hospital Staff To Tears

“Rabbi Herschler,” the doctor said in a low, calm voice, “The test results are here from the lab.”

Powerful: Rabbi Meilech Biderman Weeps At Funeral

Family members, neighbors, and even those who did not know him personally were shaken by the news last night that the young father died.

What little boy saw was so bad, he never spoke again

Each time they look into the sweet and smiling eyes of their 5-year-old, it breaks their hearts.

Girl From Well-Known Family Makes Shocking Confession

If you see the pictures, you will understand that we have been through enough in life

Wife Found Husband Out Of His Wheelchair, Doing Dishes

Every once in a while there is a story of a person so remarkable, so inspiring, that even without knowing them, the reader’s heart aches.

Community Of Sanhedria In Shock After Losing Beloved Member

After bidding his children good night, Yaakov ate dinner with his wife Chana and went to learn in his Yeshiva's nightly learning program.

Sarah's heart sank as she heard their words

When Sarah and Leah helped their mother prepare for Shabbat, they had no idea it would be one of their last happy moments together.

She Was Crying. How He Responded Will Blow You Away

R’Goldblatt was known for his tremendous level of emunah. “Why are you crying?,” he asked.

Levana Rothner’s Daughter Gives Harrowing Testimony Of Her Death

Last Friday night, soon after Levana lit the Shabbos candles, she suddenly collapsed in front of her children.

Boy Wakes Up After Eight Days Unconscious

Then, when his breathing turned shallow, she knew in her gut that something was terribly wrong

'If it hadn't happened to me, I wouldn't have believed it'

Pesach is a difficult time to be single

Americans Are Frustrated By Israel’s Pesach Travel Restrictions

No matter who you are or where in the world you live, one thing is clear: The year that passed from last Pesach to this one has been unique.

Embarrassing Mistake At Engagement Party

Meir never wants his bride to cry the way his mother did, overwhelmed in the kitchen on an erev shabbos. He wants to build a future family

Rumors Swirl As “Perfect Family” Disintegrates

The entire Petach Tikva community was watching them.

Terrorist Tried To Commit Suicide With 35 Kilos Of Explosives

Zaka volunteer found him crying on the ground with a piece of shrapnel pierced into his leg after he went flying three meters into the air.

The woman they’ve been praying for is already dead

Their suffering has driven home the stark reality that the pandemic is not yet over.

He got engaged. That's when things started to go downhill

Benny was the youngest in his family, everyone that he knew was overjoyed for him. But nothing in the world could have prepared him to this.

Young Boy Loses Father And Sister To Covid In Same Week

My family and I are in tremendous pain and shock. Amidst all the feelings that I am dealing with, I have something else on my mind

Why The Police Broke Down The Door To This Synagogue

Members of the Jewish community of Varna, Bulgaria were horrified when police came to knock down the door of their one and only synagogue

From normal mom to 'vegetable'

Staff at the hospital were familiar with the 'regulars' and their visitors, but few moved them more than Mrs. Gittel Adler.

They had to flee their home and put their children into hiding

The man is asking for $50,000 and unless he receives the money in less than one month, he has threatened to resort to grave actions.

Why Are So Many Teachers Dying?

As news of coronavirus deaths continue to make headlines however, a disturbing trend appears to be clear

Shul surrounded by ambulances after rabbi dies during prayers

The rabbi was in the middle of davening in shul when he collapsed and never recovered

SHOCKING: This shul may become a casino

Against all odds, the shul in Varna survived the Holocaust

Amputation surgery gone horribly wrong

What was already tragic became catastrophic when, during a surgery not meant to be life-threatening, he died on the operating table

Shortly after giving birth, the pain started

The family was told that doctors in Israel can not help. The mother’s only chance at survival is to fly to America for surgery.

Rav Shteinman Said This Would Happen After He Died

This powerful insight from the previous Gadol HaDor gave fascinating insight into charity’s effects on the soul

Matanot l’evyonim: Do the mitzvah here

Arutz 7 brings a selection of charities to fulfill the Purim mitzvah of “matanot l’evyonim.”

Benshitrit family will rise from Shiva just in time for Purim

This year, Purim will be very different in the Benshitrit household.

Readers continue to learn tough lessons from Benshitrit tragedy

This serves as a powerful reminder to all, including those with no pre-existing health conditions

Is This Parenting Decision Even Humane?

Eliyahu finds himself in an impossible catch-22.

Pregnant young woman was ‘wary of vaccines,’ died of COVID

When she tested positive for COVID last week, the family was not particularly worried, as she was young and completely healthy

Some choices are hard to make, but this one is impossible

For a long time we were a normal, happy family, and things were going really well.

Why everyone assumed this wedding would be canceled

But their mother was adamant that they go ahead with it...

R’ Binyamin Finkel’s Secret

For 13 years, I stood by her side, hoping that one day she would wake up. That one day I might see her smiling face again.

Tragedy at a Ramot outdoor shul

One by one, the men who came for the minyan were met with the shock of a lifetime.

Malka Kreuzer, Mother of 7

7 children stood weeping, huddled around the body of their deceased mother at her funeral on Thursday night.

Doctors urging men to get blood tests after coronavirus

This is the latest in several cases of men experiencing heart issues and even clots after seemingly benign cases of COVID.

Baruch Dayan Ha'emet: Rebbetzin Kreuzer, 39-year old mother of 7

The Kreuzers had hoped desperately to reunite as a family one last time, at the upcoming wedding of their eldest daughter.

CPS Came And Took Her Siblings Away. That Was Just The Beginning

The Vazana girls, led by their sister Rut, learned to be tough and resourceful.

R' Yaakov Hillel broke down in tears

After regaining his composure, he made a passionate promise to the woman.

Secrets: Why The Religious World Keeps Suffering Private

In the religious world, people tend to keep their issues private, and not without reason.

Important letter from Rabbi Yom Tov Glaser released

Imagine finding out your son was dying of cancer and your whole world getting ripped apart over the course of 6 months.

Why This Bride’s Mother Wouldn’t Come Inside To Her Party

“Don’t worry Abba, it’s not good for your heart.” It was a bittersweet moment for all involved

All They Could Say Was “Who Is Like Our Nation!”

by now many readers can recognize Estee Kornblit. The girl who survived her own fundraising mission to get married.

As Older Generation Decimated by COVID, Young Israelis Struggle

Having heard the pain and poverty of others for decades, it is a wonder that the Rav was so profoundly effected by a recent visitor's story.

These Kids Stopped Going To School - And Not Because Of COVID

One can see the pain in his eyes as he explains that if they don’t receive help soon, there is no telling what will become of them.

Hallucinations, Sobbing, Rage: One Family’s Terrifying 'Normal'

Neighbors often complain of screaming, crying, and other loud sounds coming from their door.

Inside The Industry Where People Get Paid To Harass Others

They call his family and bang on their doors, leaving them messages of pure intimidating silence, and sometimes threatening them

Woman Knocked On Her Neighbor’s Door At 2AM, And Saved A Life

most people are not too worried about what will happen if they contract the virus. Mrs. Greenblatt was not one of those people.

Is Clarity Really The Biggest Blessing?

She truly knew in her gut that Moshe was her soulmate, and she felt a clarity that she hadn’t in years.

'I screamed for help': Patients being neglected in COVID wards

staff had to make decisions which lives to save, and once patients have been placed on respirators, it's difficult to get them off.

The unfair reason she is seen as a pity case

Every morning she woke up terrified to go to school and face the incessant abuse. Now is our chance to help her.

What any smart businessman will tell you about the ‘Gedolim’

No matter the age, the culture, or the income, no one is immune to financial pressure.