Jewish Folklore’s Clever Hero: The Wit and Charm of Hershele of Ostropol
The Mischievous Mind of Hershele: A Jewish Folk IconHershele Lisker, or Hershele of Ostropol as he was lovingly called, earned his place in Jewish folklore through his quick humor and pranks, which became timeless treasures in Eastern European Jewish culture. Embedded in Yiddish folklore, his stories charm audiences with humor while offering keen