Bar Kuperstein, a 23-year-old Israeli who was taken hostage by Hamas during the Nova music festival attack in October 2023, has shared his harrowing experience of surviving nearly two years in captivity in Gaza. Held in cramped tunnels with little food, no sunlight, and frequent beatings, Kuperstein credits his survival to his unwavering faith and the support of his fellow captives. Despite psychological and physical torment, the hostages resisted attempts at forced conversion and maintained their religious traditions, finding solace in shared prayers and rituals. Since his release as part of a ceasefire, Kuperstein has spoken publicly about his ordeal, emphasizing the role of faith and community in enduring extreme adversity.