Holocaust Survivors' Daughter Reclaims Jewish Heritage Through Art
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
Painter Barbara Hines, whose parents hid their Jewish roots after surviving the Holocaust, has embraced Judaism after her son's interest in the religion prompted her mother to reveal their hidden heritage. Hines's journey from exploring world religions to reclaiming her Jewish identity is now featured in an exhibition in Ma'ale Adumim. After immigrating to Jerusalem, her art also shifted to focus on Israel and biblical stories. She recently married Rabbi Dr. Natan Ophir.
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- Painter Barbara Hines is exhibiting her journey of rediscovering her Jewish heritage after her parents hid it post-Holocaust.
- Hines's son's interest in Judaism led to the revelation of their family's secret Jewish roots.
- Her parents, survivors of the Holocaust, concealed their Jewish identity to protect their daughters.
- Hines explored Hinduism, Sufism, and Buddhism for decades before embracing Judaism.
- Her art exhibition, "Jerusalem in My Soul," showcases her connection to Israel and Jewish identity.
- Hines immigrated to Jerusalem and recently married Rabbi Dr. Natan Ophir.
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