Refael Dabush - Roots 1 by Nira Dabush

Anonymous Guest 21 Oct 2011

Hello, and shana tova! My name is Yehudit Gerzi. My maiden name is Meghnagi, and my nona-grand mother, was a Dabush. She was the grand daughter of Ha Rav Raphael Dabush-the man on the right. Your photos are beautiful. I have the same photo hanging on my wall and i am so truly happy to see thee on yours! I am from England origionally (my father moved there when he was 16 and brought the rest of his family over). I live in Israel now. I have just got in touch with a Leora-was dabush, also from Toronto and now lives here too. One day i hope we can all meet. thank you for sharing such beautiful photos- wishing you all the best, Yehudit.

Artist Reply: Hello Yehudit.. The brother of Rabbi Refael- Rabbi, Chaim Dabush, was my father grandfather. If i remember well, you, or someone from your family connected with me years ago. My father, Aaron Dabush, actually did not know of that part of the family live in England. We know the family from Italy, but then It was the other side of my father family.. My nona, who was, Yole dabush, from Nachum family.And of course we know those, who live in Israrel.. But then i lately found some more Dabush, that are not familar to my father.. SO, I don't know how big was the DABUSH Family, and not sure all were relatives. Anyway.. it seems we are relatives, since there's connection to Rabbi Refael z"l.. Not sure if you believe in the spirit.. BUT, It is more then strange.. The other day, while I replied to Leora... about this photo, my keyboard was on Hebrew, while i wanted to type English... and so, I typed "NER" in hebrew... and then again... i thought i was typing English.. but it was still typing Hebrew.. and i got "NER"... And that's not coincidence, because if you speak Hebrew.. You know NER, Means Candle. I felt that i have to light a candle in his memory... i believe it was a spiritual experience... Who know, perhaps we meet one day.. Wishing you the best.. Thanks for visiting.

Anonymous Guest 20 Sep 2011

Hi Nira, I beleive we spoke before. My name is Nathan Dabush. My Father is Ezra, and his father was Chavatu, who is the son of the man in middle of the three R' Chaim Dabush. We have been searching all over for a copy of these unbeleivable photos. Is there any way you can email me them and I can print them. I dont mind paying you for them! There is also a Libyan Museum in Tel Aviv which has all these artifacts and write ups. my email is [email protected] Best Regards, Nathan Dabush Toronto, CANADA

Anonymous Guest 20 Sep 2011

Hi Nira, I beleive we spoke before. My name is Nathan Dabush. My Father is Ezra, and his father was Chavatu, who is the son of the man in middle of the three R' Chaim Dabush. We have been searching all over for a copy of these unbeleivable photos. Is there any way you can email me them and I can print them. I dont mind paying you for them! There is also a Libyan Museum in Tel Aviv which has all these artifacts and write ups. my email is [email protected] Best Regards, Nathan Dabush Toronto, CANADA

John Walsh 17 Nov 2009

You must be very proud to have these images. It is great to have such a heritage

Artist Reply: Hello again, Jhon.. Indeed I'm very proud to be part of this family. These people were very important, and significant in Tripoli Lybia. Rabi Rafael was a dayan, judge (religious) . They were kind of responsible to the Jewish community life during their time. There's even written material about Rabi Rafael in internet. ( perhaps not in English)... Again thank you!

Marilyn Servais 23 Jul 2005

I love this photo Nira , and the fiery expression of this beautiful man of your family !

Bluemoonshadow 18 Jul 2005

Beautiful photo, Nira... shows great respect for those people..

Maggi Carstairs 18 Jul 2005

What an amazing photograph this is. I love the colors, the balance and the aura you have created for this wonderful man. Outstanding portrait

Jacob Gorzhaltsan 12 Jul 2005

Shalom, Nira! These are nice portraits. I wish I had photos of my great-grandparents restored and framed like that, but all my family has is a totally ruined small picture, and the faces on it are like those of dolls. Well...

jessica torrant 28 May 2005

Beautiful and interesting subject matter portrayed in a well thought out and designed manner. I really like both of these Roots photos.

Lili Holuta 07 May 2005

Beautiful image...as well as the story

Loredana 03 May 2005

Fascinating Nira wonderful history !!

jack morefield 29 Apr 2005

beautiful, great composition!

Olivia Andersson 28 Apr 2005

great shot. Like the composition

Pepita Selles 28 Apr 2005

wonderful in all aspects,colors, moods and motive.A tribute to photo arrangement.

stan jones 27 Apr 2005

very interesting piece of your history Nira and thank you for the bio on these fasinating photos

Anita Thompson 23 Apr 2005

Nira, this image is just amazing...I love the golden candle holder in front and how the image almost looks tilted forward..what an amazing effect. You must be sooo proud of your roots! He looks soo very gentle and wise...I would have loved to sit and listen to him in his time...I am sure I would have learned alot...

Dawn Bigford 21 Apr 2005

Beautiful.... so beautiful....I can see the wisdom in his eyes and whole face... what a beautiful portrait... the bottom one is just as powerful

Peter Rivron 12 Apr 2005

A very interesting piece of family history, also exellent portrait's

Dawn Landrum 11 Apr 2005

I actually like this composition. Very interesting angle. Congrats on top ten!

Mrs.David Jobes(Dee) Jobes 01 Apr 2005

Wonderful Collection of your ancestreal roots.Beautiful Photography Nira. and thanks for all the Encouragement.:)

eileen martin 31 Mar 2005

it is good to be in touch with your 'roots', wonderful collection of ancestreal photos:)

georgia brown 30 Mar 2005

Wonderful to have such historic momentos of your ancestors

Susan Shiroma 30 Mar 2005

They look wonderful. I think the restorer did a fantastic job. The candlesticks and vases are arranged very beautifully among the photos. Thank you for sharing a part of your roots with us, Nira.