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In early 2020, I connected with the popular Youtubers Sergio and Rhoda. We were supposed to film about the little-known springs of John the Baptist. However, we were also able to capture footagea about me and my childhood, in a religious Kibbutz.

What’s a Kibbutz?

A kibbutz is like a communal farm. All members get an equal share of the farm’s profits, and all give a hand in operating it. I like calling it “Micro Communism,” as it is fulfilling the communist utopia of equality and lack of classes. Sadly, like communism in general, the kibbutz concept also failed. Today, almost all kibbutzim are privatized and capitalized. Ironically, only very wealthy kibbutzim can “afford to be communist.” Moreover, the kibbutz where I grew up was one of the few religious ones. That means that the whole community would meet for prayers, especially on Saturday (Shabbath) and holidays. I still remember the excitement of me leading the Shabbath prayers when I was 13, celebrating my Bar-Mitzvah.

Touring a Kibbutz

Many kibbutzim today have guest houses or hotels. It is quite an interesting experience to spend some time in a kibbutz and learn about its special social structure. It is also possible to volunteer in a kibbutz. While you are not paid, your expenses are covered, and it’s a great opportunity to mingle with kibbutz members, and other volunteers. Even if you don’t have much time, try to arrange at least a lunch break in a kibbutz to get a quick impression of it.

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