National Library of Israel

Collecting & preserving the cultural treasures of Israel & the Jewish People. Opening access to millions of books, photos, recordings, maps, archives + more

[Reuven Goldstein @curatorWH]

In 1768 The royal newlyweds Wilhelm V, Prince of Orange and Prussian Princess Wilhelmina, were invited by the local Jewish leaders to visit the Ashkenazic congregation in Amsterdam. A booklet of prayers and psalms in honor of the visit is found in the National Library of Israel.

[Adeena Sussman @adeenasussma444]

The new National Library of Israel in Jerusalem isn't just the story of books, it's the story of the Israeli people—Jewish, Arab, everyone.

Decades in the making, this gorgeous building, which many call the most stunning in all of Israel, was design...

[The Jerusalem Post @Jerusalem_Post]

The National Library of Israel acquires a rare 1846 Jewish cookbook, The Jewish Manual, with recipes, self-care, and housekeeping tips.
✍️: @sela_eitamm
https://t.co/0UfuDKbVhZ

[The Times of Israel @TimesofIsrael]

The National Library of Israel has obtained a rare original copy of what is widely considered the first-ever kosher cookbook — an English-language volume published in 1846 featuring recipes, as well as household advice and beauty treatments.

It is believed to have been compiled by Lady Judith Montefiore, a British linguist and philanthropist, and the wife of famous financier Sir Moses Montefiore.

Read more on The Times of Israel: https://t.co/z51SapE2lQ

[Embassy of Israel to the USA @IsraelinUSA]

Agnes Keleti was, quite simply, one of the most remarkable human beings to ever live.

Holocaust survivor
🥇 5x Olympic Gold Medalist
🥈 3x Olympic Silver Medalist
🥉 2x Olympic Bronze Medalist
🏅 9x medals over the age of 30‼️

Upon moving to Israel, she was celebrated not just as an athlete, but as a symbol of survival, strength, and the unbreakable human spirit.

🎥 @NLIsrael

[Ynet Global @ynetnews]

Rare 180-year-old cookbook reveals secrets of kosher cuisine at the Victorian Jewish table

Ahead of Shavuot, the National Library of Israel presents a rare copy of what is believed to be the world’s first kosher cookbo...

https://t.co/2eZbeOTC4E

[Israel in Houston @IsraelinHouston]

A special thank you to @NLIsrael for partnering with us to bring the “Curate & Create” exhibition of student artwork submissions celebrating Israeli Independence Day to #Houston 🖼️

It was such a pleasure to display these works alongside the debut of our own exhibition during our Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration 🇮🇱

[The Times of Israel @TimesofIsrael]

Four authors, including Israeli journalist and October 7 survivor Amir Tibon, have been named as finalists for the 2026 Sami Rohr Prize for Jewish Literature, in association with the National Library of Israel.

The ceremony, which will be the 20th year the Sami Rohr Prize has been awarded, is planned for July in Jerusalem.

One of the selected authors will receive a $100,000 prize, which is presented annually to an emerging writer with potential to continually contribute to the world of Jewish literature.

Read more: https://t.co/O42JsPpjc9

[National Library of Israel @NLIsrael]

When the Frarouy family set out on their perilous journey from Iran to Israel, they packed a single item in their suitcase, one that, nearly forty years later, offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the everyday life of a family and a community whose world was overturned overnight.

Read the article here: https://t.co/F587AdU9bQ

[JIMENA @JIMENA_Voice]

"The decision to leave was fraught with danger. Until the moment they crossed the border, they risked imprisonment, or worse, if discovered attempting to flee the Islamic Republic." - Miryam Zakheim, @NLIsrael
https://t.co/aAKgzYIQ8a

[The Civil Commission @theCC07]

Archiving critical evidence of the atrocities of October 7 was at the center of exchange yesterday with the senior delegation from the Kosovo War Crimes Institute (ICCW) as we discussed the ethical, human, and technological challenges of documenting war crimes in real time.
Adv. Merav Israeli-Amarant and Sharon Rappaport led the discussion, focusing on preserving testimonies from women, children and families.
𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬 to Ambassador @InesDemiri1 and the National Library of Israel for their vital partnership and shared commitment to truth, memory and historical justice.

#October7 #NeverForget #HumanRights #Justice

[JIMENA @JIMENA_Voice]

Curious what Jewish life looked like in early 20th-century Tunisia? Explore new resources from @NLIsrael, thanks to the kind donation of @SamisFoundation, dedicated to the memory of Samuel Israel. https://t.co/cZG8iItF6F

[Oren Kessler @OrenKessler]

Background:

"It was 1937 and [@Haaretz] publisher Zalman Schocken was looking for an original gift for his friends. The result: 40 spectacular photographs capturing the cities and landscapes from the skies."

https://t.co/p2lYEzCuDT

[Howard Blas @howardblas]

Jews are often curious and inclined to visit synagogues wherever they travel in the world. Don’t forget to keep your eyes open even when in Israel. Jerusalem Navon Train Station & @NLIsrael (National Library) should be on the list!

[Piotr Nazaruk @NazarukPi]

Another wonderful discovery by Daniel Lipson from @NLIsrael . Two books with Yeshivas Chachmei Lublin library stamps uncovered!

[National Library of Israel @NLIsrael]

Zubin Mehta, music director emeritus of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, is 90 years old today.

Mazel tov Maestro!

Photo: Mehta in 1970, the Dan Hadani Archive, the Pritzker Family National Photography Collection at the National Library of Israel

[Jewish History Status @jewishhistoryst]

Moshe Dayan, former Minister of Defense of Israel, at an archaeological dig, 1957.

Photo by Benno Rothenberg, the Meitar Collection, the Pritzker Family National Photography Collection at the National Library of Israel

[Israel in Chicago @IsraelinChicago]

What does 5 million books look like? 🇮🇱📚

On World Book Day, the answer is the National Library of Israel.

The library brings together ancient manuscripts, historical archives, and modern works, creating a continuous record of culture and ideas across generations.

[BMM Worldwide @BMMWorldwide]

@BarbraStreisand arriving in Israel, 1972.

📷 Dan Hadani Collection, Pritzker Family National Photography Collection/National Library of Israel

[National Library of Israel @NLIsrael]

Here is @Israel's first Prime Minister, David Ben-Gurion

He is pictured alongside the Declaration of Independence, as well as a gentleman who was kind enough to display the historic document to the camera...

Photo by Benno Rothenberg, the Meitar Collection, the Pritzker Family National Photography Collection at the National Library of Israel