Jewish National and University Library
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The Jewish National and University Library, now known as the National Library of Israel, is the largest library in Israel, holding over five million volumes. It is located in Jerusalem and serves as Israel's foremost library.1
The library boasts the world's most significant collection of Judaica, including books, incunabula, and periodicals. It also houses an excellent collection covering all fields, with a particular strength in archaeology and Middle Eastern studies, including the history of Palestine. The National Library of Israel is affiliated with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, which is Israel's oldest institution of higher learning.12
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