The name of this settlement in the south of Eretz Yisrael comes from a passage in the prophecy of Yeshayahu (35:1) describing the revival of the desert that will accompany the redemption of the Jewish people. It means “to blossom” and refers to the desolate Holy Land “blossoming like a rose.” The nearby settlements of G’ilat, Ranen, Maslul, and Pedium also took their names from words contained in that prophecy.

Tifrach is a chareidi community famous for its outstanding yeshiva, which attracts students from all of Israel and the world.

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