המכלול

המכלול is an expansive, community-driven encyclopedia tailored toward Jewish users, offering an extensive repository of knowledge written and moderated from a Torah perspective. This digital resource prides itself on delivering content in clean language, emphasizing values pivotal to the ultra-Orthodox community, and is considered an alternative to mainstream encyclopedic sites for those who seek information through a Jewish lens.

As of January 2024, access is available to over 335,110 entries, all curated to reflect accuracy and reliability, with contributions from nearly 10,886 registered editors. To further diversify its content, the encyclopedia also includes 94 translated entries from various language editions of Wikipedia, showcasing its commitment to a broad scope of shared knowledge. With around 2,385,002 edits to date, the site illustrates active engagement and consistent content refinement.

Navigating through the encyclopedia is facilitated by the Wiki media system, ensuring a smooth and familiar user experience. What sets it apart is its exclusive content, with rights reserved to the Torah Wisdom Institute except for Wikipedia-derived content, which is shared under the C-C 3.0 Attribution-Share Alike License. Editorial freedom is carefully balanced with respect to topics that intersect with religious worldviews.

The site saw increased traffic during external events, such as the implementation of the Netfri filter redirection and heightened internet needs during the Corona crisis in Israel, evidencing its importance as a trusted information source.

For offline access, המכלול has made its content available for download in a ZIM file format, compatible with the kiwix software, accommodating users even without an internet connection. This unique option emphasizes the commitment to serving its user base in every possible context, ensuring that the knowledge encapsulated within is always within reach.