Liska’s Role in Jewish Spiritual HeritageLiska, established as a hub of Jewish cultural and religious life in the 1800s, holds an important place in history. Thousands of pilgrims come annually to pay homage to Tzvi Hirsh Liska, also revered as Hershele Lisker. The village hosts more than 500 Jewish historical sites, including cemeteries and plac… Read More


Hershele of Ostropol: The Clever Prankster Who Captured Jewish HeartsHershele 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 whi… Read More


Liska as a Center of Jewish Heritage Since the 1800s, Liska has been recognized as a significant center of Jewish life, rich in religious and cultural contributions. Liska has welcomed thousands of pilgrims each year, many seeking to honor the memory of the esteemed Tzvi Hirsh Liska. Liska hosts more than 500 significant Jewish historical landmarks… Read More


In the sacred town of Liska, renowned as one of the holiest places in the world, the profound prayers recited at the tomb of the esteemed tzadik, Rebbe Hershele Lisker zt"l, resonate with deep significance.This prayer asks for recovery for the ailing, wealth for the needy, and harmony and health for the people of Israel and all of humanity. The to… Read More


Olaszliszkai haszid vallási életOlaszliszka, egy kis település Északkelet-Magyarországon, jelent?s szerepet játszott a haszid zsidóság történetében. A haszidizmus a zsidó vallási és spirituális élet egyik fontos irányzata, amely a 18. század közepén keletkezett Kelet-Európában, és célja az isteni jelenlét közvetlen megta… Read More