- February 11, 2025
- 12:18 am
- Israel
February 13 2025, the ANU — Museum of the Jewish People will host a lecture by the famous guide and lecturer Zeev Volk. The focus is on the stories of Odessa Jews who made a huge contribution to the development of Zionism and the formation of modern Israel.
The lecture will be of interest not only to those who are interested in the history of Odessa and Odessans, but also to anyone who wants to learn more about the roots of the Israeli state and the life of the Jewish community in the late 19th — early 20th centuries.
Why is Odessa given so much attention?
Odessa is not only a major port and trade center. At the end of the 19th century, the city became a real cultural and political center for the Jewish community of Eastern Europe.
- The first ideas of the Zionist movement were born here.
- Many streets in Tel Aviv are named after Odessa figures.
- Odessa was an important link between Europe and Palestine.
However, Russian aggression changed a lot. After the war began in 2014, and then a full-scale invasion in 2022, the city found itself at the center of events. Odessa continues to fight for its identity and cultural heritage.
Quote from the lecturer:
“We invite you to listen to the stories of those who are talked about in Odessa and Tel Aviv, and the stories of those who are not remembered today.
Some of the names are familiar because they are found on Tel Aviv streets, while some of the names are forgotten, but they are no less worthy of mention.
This lecture will be of interest to those who are interested in Odessa, although the speaker promises that it will also be of interest to those who want to learn about the roots of Israel and Jewish history of the late 19th – early 20th centuries. “.
Key details of the event:
- 📅 Date: February 13, 2025
- 🕙 Time: 19:00
- 📍 Place: ANU — Museum of the Jewish People
- 🌐 Tickets: anumuseum.org.il/ru/events/zeev-volk-odessa
- From the organizers: https://www.facebook.com/events/923226609931534/
Zeev Volk: a guide to history and culture
Zeev Volk — born in Odessa, licensed guide to Israel and Ukraine.
Employee of the House-Museum of H. N. Bialik (Tel Aviv), freelance guide of the ANU – Museum of the Jewish People.
Lecturer and creator of various original excursions in Israel and Ukraine, including:
- “Screaming Walls – Street Art of Tel Aviv”,
- “Kyiv – in Search of the Third Temple”,
- “Odessa – the Gates of Zion”, “Odessa in Tel Aviv”,
- “TLV – the Red Paths of the White City”.
Odessa Against the Background of Russian Aggression: the Struggle for Culture and Identity
After Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Odessa found itself in the crosshairs. The city, known for its cultural identity, became a strategic object, subjected to regular missile strikes.
Despite the threats, Odessa remains a symbol of Ukrainian resistance and resilience.
- Humanitarian aid and volunteers: The Jewish community is actively involved in supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine, providing medical equipment and communications.
- Threat to cultural heritage: Historical buildings and monuments associated with Jewish history are at risk of destruction.
- International support: Israel and the world community are monitoring the situation, helping to preserve the cultural heritage of Odessa.
Odessa has become not only an arena of military action, but also a symbol of the struggle for freedom, uniting Ukrainians and Jews in defense of common values. It is precisely such events that strengthen cultural ties, which are reflected in Zeev Volk’s lecture “Zionism in Odessa”.
NAnews— Israel News always strives to tell more about the cultural ties between Israel and Ukraine, preserving the memory of key moments in our shared history.
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