On October 7, 2023, as Israel faced a devastating attack from Hamas, baby Kfir Bibas, his 4-year-old brother Ariel, and their parents, Shiri and Yarden, were abducted from their home on the Nir Oz kibbutz. At just 9 months old, Kfir became the youngest hostage in captivity, separated from his family, community, and the familiar comforts of his first home. Now, over 400 days later, we reflect on the milestones Kfir has missed and pray fervently for his safe return.

A Childhood Denied

Kfir's life in captivity has robbed him of the everyday joys and discoveries that make up a child's early years. He has missed first steps, first words, and the support and warmth of his extended family, who continue to hold out hope and rally support for his release. For Kfir, Ariel, and countless others held captive, the passage of time means lost moments that can never be fully recovered.

Around what should have been a joyful milestone—Kfir’s first birthday—hundreds gathered in Tel...

Hallel, the fiancée of Nethanel Eitan HY”D, an IDF soldier killed in Gaza on Hanukkah is sharing the following excerpt from his diary to spread his light and love to world.

          Jerusalem is surrounded by mountains.

          Jerusalem is a symbol of life.

          She is so beautiful, and with such unique beauty.

          She does not have the tallest mountain in the world.

          She does not have an impressive mountain glacier either.

          Her mountains, in fact, are average.

          Despite all this, she is the most beautiful city in the world.

          True beauty comes from within and radiates outwards.

          To see the beauty in someone else, you have to look inside.

          A husband who sees...