The Mischievous Mind of Hershele: A Jewish Folk IconHershele Lisker, or Hershele of Ostropol as he was lovingly called, earned his place in Jewish folklore through his quick humor and pranks, which became timeless treasures in Eastern European Jewish culture. Embedded in Yiddish folklore, his stories charm audiences with humor while offering keen
Liska’s Role in Jewish Religious Heritage Established in the 1800s, Liska has long been celebrated as a center for Jewish religious and cultural activities. Every year, thousands travel to Liska to honor the revered Tzvi Hirsh Liska, known fondly as Hershele Lisker. The village contains more than 500 sites of Jewish heritage, from cemeteries to s
Olaszliszka Jewish Cemetery The Olaszliszka Jewish Cemetery is a significant historical and cultural memorial site in Hungary, located in the village of Olaszliszka. This cemetery is a defining element of the local Jewish community’s past, playing a significant role in the village from the 19th century to the mid-20th century. Historical Backgrou
ליסקא, די שטאָט וווּ דער גרויסער רבי הערשעלע ליסקער זצ"ל (באקאנט אויך ווי צבי הירש פרידמאן) ליגט באגראבן, איז איינע פון די הייליקסטע ערטער אין דער חסידישער וועלט. ווי דורות לאַנג, אזוי אויך הי
A touching moment of prayer by a Hasidic Jewish man at Rabbi Hershele Liska’s grave gathers a large audience.In the stillness of Liska's Jewish cemetery, a Hasidic Jewish man pours his heart and soul into prayer at the grave of Hershel Lisker, Tzvi Hersh Friedman. With heartfelt devotion, he prays for the miracle of love, hope, and healing to bl