When Jewish families were deported to Auschwitz, children were often told to bring a small suitcase and one personal item. Many chose a toy. One survivor later described a little girl, about five years old, standing on the selection ramp after arrival. An SS guard pointed left. Her mother was sent right. The girl did not understand. She tried to follow her mother — but a prisoner whispered urgently: “Give me the doll. Quickly.” The child hesitated. It was her favorite toy. Her only comfort in a world that had collapsed. Then she let it go. The prisoner took the doll and pushed the girl toward the women’s line — where forced labor prisoners were sent. Without the doll, she looked older. More “useful.” Less like a small child. That moment likely saved her life. Most children who arrived at Auschwitz were sent directly to the gas chambers. Sometimes survival depended on a terrible choice: To look less like a child. A toy could mean death. Letting it go could mean life.

As the sun rises over Masada, light gently touches the land and water below — a timeless moment of beauty, strength, and renewal. ✨ 📍 Masada, Israel 📸 Captured beautifully by Stamatina Kiriazou

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Please enjoy this teaching of our beloved Root Source teacher, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz of blessed memory, about this week's Torah portion, Vayigash, and share your thoughts with us! Read more here: root-source.com/.../gene-sim…

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In connection with Root Source’s Holocaust initiatives, Light Up The Church and We Must Not Forget, we’re highlighting an article that combines sincere human interest with an essential Holocaust message. Read more here: root-source.com/.../week-bib…

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In this week's Torah reading, Vayigash, Judah responds to Joseph's demand that Benjamin remain enslaved in Egypt, pleading to be taken as a subtitute. Read more here: root-source.com/weekly-torah…

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A powerful reminder of hope and resurrection — the Empty Tomb in Nazareth, Israel. ✨ This sacred site continues to inspire faith, reflection, and gratitude. 📸 Captured by Fr. Daniel Ciucci

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This coming Shabbat's Torah portion, read on Saturday, December 13th, is Parashat Vayeshev. In this week’s reading, Vayeishev, Joseph relates to his brothers his grandiose dreams of greatness, arousing their jealousy. Read more here: root-source.com/weekly-torah…

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