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NLI – National Library of Israel

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The collections of the National Library of Israel include over 5 million volumes, including books, manuscripts, newspapers, maps, music, audio-visual and digital materials. The NLI Catalog allows readers to search the collections by title, author, subject or keywords. There are many advanced search options, for example specific collections located in at the NLI, language or date. Catalog search results can also be emailed to readers to facilitate access. The NLI reference librarians are available for any questions and further assistance.

A collection of Jewish newspapers published in various countries, languages, and time periods. The NLI website includes over 4200 ketubot from collections all over the world, including the National Library’s collection. This vast and rich collection of ketubot onto one site allows for a wide, comprehensive and in depth look at the ketubah as a Jewish document, a Jewish creation and a vital historical source.