Lives Lost: The Works of the October 7 Fallen – A Special Project

The people you will read about below lived to create.

Their lives were cut short in the October 7 massacre, but they left something behind which offers us a measure of comfort – their art, their works, their creations. Some of them were fortunate enough to see their work published and released out into the world – books or poems they wrote, studies they authored or texts they translated. The articles prepared for this special project offer a brief glimpse into their lives. Among them are young and old, academics and farmers, people who were murdered at the Nova dance rave or in the communities of the Western Negev.

May their memories be a blessing.

Bilhah Yinon: The Woman Who Created a New, Better World – From Scrap

Bilhah, who was murdered along with her husband on October 7, was an artist full of optimism, compassion, and good-heartedness. She dedicated her life to educating younger generations to love and preserve nature. The adorable children’s book character she created is part of her legacy.

Marcel Freilich-Kaplon: The Scientist Who Brought Chemistry to Israeli Schoolchildren

Some teachers just have that extra “something” – a true passion for what they teach and for making it accessible to their students. These are the kinds of teachers who dedicate themselves to passing on their knowledge with burning enthusiasm and immense determination. Dr. Marcel Freilich-Kaplon was exactly this kind of teacher. She embodied a rare combination of wisdom, passion, and boundless dedication. The vitality and love that burned deep within her came to a tragic end on October 7. However, the books that Marcel and her colleagues authored remain with us, carrying on her legacy.