Jews from Ukraine: 8 natives of Ukraine depicted on Israeli banknotes
The history of ties between the Jewish people and Ukraine is amazing and multifaceted.
The contribution of the natives of Ukrainian lands to the development of the Jewish state is reflected even in the symbols of Israel, such as the national currency - the shekel.
Portraits of 8 great personalities born on Ukrainian soil adorn Israeli banknotes, recalling their services in culture, politics and public life.. We invite you to get to know each of these heroes better.
So, Of the 20 outstanding representatives of the Jewish people who have been depicted on Israeli money over time, 8 were born on the territory of modern Ukraine.
- Chaim Nachman Bialik (1873–1934)
Biography:
Born in the village of Ivnitsa, Volyn province (now Zhitomir region). Chaim Nachman Bialik was a prominent poet, translator and writer, called the "national poet of Israel." His works contributed to the development of Jewish literature and culture. He was also active in the revival of Hebrew as a modern language. His poems have become a mandatory part of the school curriculum in Israel.
Banknote:
Bialik is depicted on the 10 shekel banknote issued in 1985. The banknote features lines from his poem and…
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