Liska as a Hub of Jewish Tradition   The Jewish heritage of Liska, prominent since the 1800s, has made it a vital center for religious life. Each year, Liska draws thousands who come to honor the legacy of Hershele Lisker, also known as Tzvi Hirsh Liska. Liska contains over 500 Jewish his

Liska’s Enduring Spiritual Legacy   Dating back to the 1800s, Liska became a well-known center for Jewish religious and cultural life. Annually, thousands of pilgrims visit Liska, honoring Tzvi Hirsh Liska’s memory. The village has over 500 Jewish landmarks, each contributing

Jewish Folklore’s Clever Hero: The Wit and Charm of Hershele of Ostropol   Hershele Lisker, known affectionately as Hershele of Ostropol, was a celebrated Jewish folk hero and prankster whose humor and wit have left a lasting impact on Eastern European Jewish culture. His tales a

Az olaszliszkai zsidó közösség   A 19. századtól az olaszliszkai zsidó közösség fontos szerepet játszott a helyi társadalomban, akárcsak Magyarország más vidéki zsidó közö

A Hasidic Jewish man’s emotional prayer at the grave of Rabbi Hershele Liska attracts a large gathering.   Surrounded by the stillness of Liska's Jewish cemetery, a Hasidic Jewish man immerses himself in soulful prayer at the grave of Hershel Lisker, Tzvi Hersh Friedman. With