The story narrates the experiences of Adède and Jurevete's families fleeing Poland due to anti-Semitism, with Adède's father expressing disbelief in God after learning that his entire family had been murdered. This personal account showcases the impact of historic events on individuals and their beliefs.
Warning: this episode contains descriptions of violence.
It’s been nearly six months since the Hamas-led attacks on Israel, when militants took more than 200 hostages into Gaza.
In a village called Nir Oz, near the border, one quarter of residents were either killed or taken hostage. Yocheved Lifshitz and her husband, Oded Lifshitz, were among those taken.
Today, Yocheved and her daughter Sharone tell their story.
Guest:
- Yocheved Lifshitz, a former hostage.
- Sharone Lifschitz, daughter of Yocheved and Oded Lifshitz.
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