Liska Shomers

Liska Shomers

Within the serene environment of Liska's Jewish cemetery, a man lays bare his emotions, immersing himself in prayer at the grave of the revered Hershel Lisker, Tzvi Hersh Friedman. From his place of deep devotion, he seeks the miracle of love, hope, and healing, fervently wishing it upon the entire community.

In the sacred act of prayer, the man bows with respect at the venerable tombstone, as if embracing the convergence of history and the present. In Liska Jewish Cemetery, the tomb of Rav Hershel Lisker, also known as Tzvi Hersh Friedman, stands as a portal to the Eternal, where prayers rise and unite in profound faith. 

Today, thousands of believers flock to this sacred site, sensing that the spirit of Rebbe Tzvi Hersh Friedman continues to embrace those who seek the holy message of hope and faith. Requests, wishes, blessings. The true power of prayer comes from the heartfelt emotions and aspirations behind the words, which strive to connect with the divine presence.

Orthodox Jewish communities focus their prayers on seeking blessings for the innocence of children and for those enduring illness. The cemetery itself is the guardian of faith and traditions, where the respect of the centuries and today's requests are united. 

The Kerestir Rebbe, Yeshaya Steiner, appeared here from time to time to pray and ask for a blessing at the grave of his great teacher, Hershel Lisker. The guidance of his teacher was instrumental in enabling the Kerestir Rebbe's community to cling to their traditions and persevere in their faith when it was most needed. The man's prayer, deeply felt in this sacred moment, links the past, present, and future, expressing the community's most profound hopes and desires.