La rabbin Barbara Aiello est la fondatrice du mouvement B'nei Anusim dans le sud de l'Italie et directrice de l'IjCC (Le Centre Culturel Juif Italien de Calabre). Son œuvre aide les personnes d'héritage italien à découvrir et à embrasser leurs racines juives. Aiello est également la rabbin de Ner Tamid del Sud, la première synagogue active en Calabre depuis 500 ans, depuis l'Inquisition.
In Calabria, Italy, a family gathers as a rabbi unveils a 1783 Torah scroll, revealing a hidden Jewish heritage practiced for centuries. As she navigates challenges from traditionalists, the rabbi seeks to uncover the lost roots of the community, blending faith, history, and the journey toward understanding.
Drawing from ten years of experience as a resident rabbi, the author compiles heartfelt stories from elderly individuals in Jewish care facilities across North America. These narratives, originally guest columns for the Sarasota/Manatee Jewish News, reflect the profound life wisdom shared by residents, offering insights that resonate with themes of humility and compassion. The book serves as both a tribute and a thank you to those who imparted their experiences, enriching the author's journey and fostering a deeper understanding of life’s lessons.