Aliyah -

: Motivated by nationalism and rising persecution, approximately 25,000–35,000 Jews arrived primarily from Eastern Europe and Yemen [21, 32].

Modern aliyah occurred in major waves, starting in the late 19th century [15]: Aliyah

: Many describe a "collective being" in Israel where Jewish holidays are national holidays and being Jewish is the norm rather than the exception [1]. For those considering the journey, the general consensus

: For some, aliyah is the fulfillment of a parent's or grandparent's lifelong wish, ensuring that future generations grow up in their indigenous homeland [26]. For those considering the journey

For those considering the journey, the general consensus among contributors to the Israel Forever Foundation is that while the "soft landing" requires preparation and resilience, the reward is a deep-seated feeling of finally being "home" [16, 27].

: Moving to Israel often means living "oceans apart" from extended family, though for many, the goal is to bring the family together in the Land of Israel eventually [20]. Historical Context