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Rabbi Nachman Zakon

Rabbi Nachman Zakon is a noted Jewish educator, historian, and author living in Jerusalem, Israel. His books include 2,000 Years: The Jewish Experience, published by ArtScroll/Mesorah.

King David & Jewish Leadership

King David & Jewish Leadership

by Rabbi Nachman Zakon

Four essential traits to being a leader.


At the Crossroads

At the Crossroads

by Rabbi Nachman Zakon

With gratitude to the young men who fought for our freedom.


Hanukkah’s 4-Point Battle Plan

Hanukkah’s 4-Point Battle Plan

by Rabbi Nachman Zakon

The Maccabees’ eternal lessons for preserving Jewish continuity and pride.


The Power to Change

The Power to Change

by Rabbi Nachman Zakon

Defying spiritual gravity – the force of habit, mental inertia, toxic negative thinking.


Formula for Jewish Survival

Formula for Jewish Survival

by Rabbi Nachman Zakon

Rabbi Yochanan ben Zakkai’s strange request reveals the essence of the Jewish people.


Father’s Day: A Talmudic Tale

Father’s Day: A Talmudic Tale

by Rabbi Nachman Zakon

Is honoring parents even more important than money?


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