Jacob Haft
1884–1966 (age 82)
Biography
Jacob Haft, born in 1884, was a writer whose words enriched the cultural life of his community, capturing the dreams and struggles of his era with clarity and compassion. Through essays and stories, he championed the values of justice, memory, and mutual respect.
Following his death in 1966, he was laid to rest at Har HaMenuchot, where admirers of his literary voice continue to draw inspiration from his work.