Building a Lamdon From the Inside Out
A sharp and wide-ranging conversation with Rabbi Ezra Shochet, Rosh Yeshiva of Ohr Elchonon Chabad in Los Angeles, on what it truly takes to produce an independent lamdon – covering independent thinking, the right order of Rishonim and Acharonim, the unique derech halimud of our Rebbeim, and how one can reach the highest levels of learning today.
Dramatic Play Captivated Thousands at Boro Park Parade
Thousands of children filled the streets of Boro Park for an unforgettable Lag BaOmer Kinus, featuring a dramatic live play of the mesiras nefesh of Reb Mendel Futerfas, woven with musical performances by Hershy Weinberger and the Yingerlich Choir, a magic show by the Direnfeld Brothers, and a breathtaking sand art production.
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Shliach Rabbi Liraz Zeira, who lost both of his legs while on army duty in Lebanon, was seen wrapping tefillin with a fellow Jew while standing on his prosthetic feet.
Reminder: Make an Eruv Tavshilin
With Shabbos following Yom Tov, there is a need to make an Eruv Tavshilin, so that we may cook on Friday for Shabbos. Here are the relevant halachos for the Eruv, compiled by Rabbi Yosef Braun.
Get a Taste of the Rebbe’s Shavuos Farbrengens
War-Torn Ukraine Prepares Sweet Shavuos for Thousands
Tzach Publishes Special Kuntres for Shavuos Tahalucha
‘Maybe This Will Break the Practice of Large Chassunos!’
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Kremenchuk’s Historic Sefer Torah Restored in Dnipro
An ancient Sefer Torah belonging to the Jewish community of Kremenchuk was returned after a full restoration at the National Sofer Center in Dnipro, in a ceremony attended by rabbonim and members of the Dnipro and Kremenchuk communities.
New Publication Asserts Zohar’s Authority in Halacha
A newly released scholarly publication by Rabbi Moshe Wiener, presents a comprehensive and thought-provoking examination of one of the most widely discussed issues in contemporary halachic discourse: the role of the Zohar and Kabbala in practical halacha.
Jewish Revival in North Park, San Diego
More than 50 years ago, the North Park neighborhood of San Diego was home to a thriving Jewish community. Today, its rich Jewish legacy is being rekindled as Jewish life blossoms once again.
Free Tikun Leil Shavuos for Download
Download and Print: Minhag Chabad is to spend the night of Shavuos reading selected portions from the Torah, known as Tikun Leil Shavuos. Read about the history of the minhag and download a printable file.
Thriller Gives Cinematic Expression to Tanya’s ‘Small City’
“Hidden Door – The Passage to the Other World” follows Yisroel, a teenager drawn into a mysterious town ruled by a cruel tyrant, in a suspenseful family film that echoes the Tanya’s image of the person as a “small city” where the inner battle is fought. A Hebrew film with English subtitles.
When Will Moshiach Come? The Rebbeim’s Surprising Answer
A shiur by Rabbi Shmuel Wagner, noted mechanech in Crown Heights, on Moshiach’s statements on when he will come and the Frierdiker Rebbe’s explanation on why everyone must see the truth for redemption to happen.
‘Wasn’t That Supposed to Happen?’ The Anglo-Saxon Lawyer Said
When a prominent Australian lawyer asked if he could ask the Rebbe a bracha, Mr. Robert Kremnizer hesitated. But their faith in the Rebbe’s bracha and the incredible chain reaction surprised everyone.
Think It’s Cholov Yisroel? Look Again!
What are some Non Cholov Yisroel products that are commonly mistaken as Cholov Yisroel products? As everyone is stocking up on their dairy products, “Kashrus: Be in the Know” provides helpful visual guides to make sure your dairy is up to proper kashrus standards.
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Shliach Rabbi Liraz Zeira, who lost both of his legs while on army duty in Lebanon, was seen wrapping tefillin with a fellow Jew while standing on his prosthetic feet.
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The Refugees Who Astonished the Jewish World: 80 Years Since ‘The Great Escape’
In Sivan 5706, chasidim began to flee the Soviet Union for the free world. As we mark 80 years since the Great Escape, From the Margins of Chabad History launches a series documenting the vibrant chasidishe life of the escapees in the refugee centers and DP camps, until they reached their final destinations.
MyShliach Virtual Summer Camp Opens to All
A few days before last summer's Virtual Camp ended, Rabbi Mendel Greisman's son walked over to him in their home in Rogers, Arkansas. "You know, Tatty," he said, "MyShliach Virtual Camp is the best camp in the world."
Order In The Court: Women As Judges
Day-To-Day Halacha Guide for Shavuos 5786
Download Here: Day-to-Day Halachic Guide, containing detailed instructions on the laws and customs for the Yom Tov of Shavuos this year, by Rabbi Yosef Braun, member of the Crown Heights Beis Din.
Introducing Children to Torah
Ask the Rov: When and how should a child be introduced to Torah study? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
Playing Ping Pong on Shabbos?
Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas, including ping pong on Shabbos, exercise before shachris, lending out maaser money, and passing through a shul.
Organ Donation for Scientific Research?
Get a Taste of the Rebbe’s Farbrengens This Week
In the Middle of the Night, They Heard Knocking on the Door
It was late one blustery Friday night under Communism when knocking was heard on the door of a chossid’s home in Nevel. Terrified, he opened the door, to find the town's shochet Reb Chaim Dovid Lein looking for candlelight by which to learn a maamar.
The Rebbe Chose My Shlichus in Crown Heights
In a special video interview, Rabbi Menachem Gerlitzky, a familiar figure in Crown Heights and 770, shared his story of life by the Rebbe, and how the Rebbe chose him to be on shlichus to retirees in Crown Heights and the surrounding areas.