Bondi Shluchim Leave a Stronger Community Behind
After a packed 28 days in Sydney – the same number of days for which the Rebbe sent shluchim to Eretz Yisroel after the Kfar Chabad massacre in 5716 – the Merkos Shluchim sent to Bondi after the massacre there are concluding their shlichus and returning to 770.
Yerushalayim Unites for Monumental Rambam Siyum
Rabbonim, rebbes, community leaders, and a large crowd attended the Central Rambam Siyum of Yerushalayim held in the 770 Chabad center in Ramat Shlomo. The main address was delivered by Harav Daniel Alter, rosh yeshiva of Pnei Menachem.
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Rav of Congregation Aish Kodesh in Woodmere and mashpia at Yeshiva University, R’ Moshe Weinberger, led over 50 community members to the Rebbe’s Ohel on Chof-Daled Teves with a farbrengen accompanied by music and spirited dancing.
Montreal Bochurim Complete In-Depth Study of ‘Dvar Malchus’
‘Da, Da, He’s Going to Be Let Out Soon’
Jewish Education Alive Due to the Frierdiker Rebbe’s Brochos
Regional Shabbatons Coming to Remote Shlichus Cities
‘Simcha Ambassadors’ Empowers Communities to Bring Joy to All
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Shluchim Office Relaunches Acclaimed Shluchim Placement
The Shluchim Office relaunches the acclaimed Shluchim Placement program, with new updates and features to connect Shluchim with potential staff.
Israeli President Visits Bondi Chabad with Australian PM
Under one of the tightest security operations in the country’s history, Israeli President Isaac Herzog, joined by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, visited Bondi Chabad for an intimate gathering with the families of the Bondi attack victims, local shluchim of the Rebbe, and community leaders, offering comfort, solidarity, and support.
Kinus Tzeirei Hashluchos Concludes with Grand Finale
Over 2,000 Young Shluchos joining both the in-person and virtual track of the Kinus Tzeirei Hashluchos of the Shluchim Office joined together for their Grand finale event, celebrating three amazing days of Chassidishkeit, fun, and connection.
New Letters Shed Light on Rebbe’s Position on College
New previously unpublished letters of the Rebbe on college education have been published by Rebbe Responsa. The letters reveal the Rebbe’s position, offering guidance for attending college at first and for baalei teshuva who have already begun pursuing a degree.
At the Ohel, Shluchos Conclude Uplifting Kinus
As the Kinus Hashluchos came to a close, shluchos gathered for a final visit to the Ohel, before returning with renewed strength to continue the Rebbe’s mission in their corner of the world.
Rabbi Yaakov Bergman, 79, AH
Rabbi Yaakov Bergman, a longtime member of Anash in Yerushalayim, an expert in kashrus who founded the cheder in Ramot and was a devoted member of the Chevra Kadisha, passed away on Wednesday, 24 Shevat.
Is Camp Just for the Summer? Camp Chomeish Says Otherwise
Over 22 Shvat weekend, Camp Chomeish girls reunited for an evening filled with warmth, camp chayus and connection. Girls flew in, and drove in, from near and far, all drawn back by the powerful bond that Camp Chomeish creates.
Is the World Broken or Are We Looking at It Wrong?
Once a week, the bochurim of Oholei Torah Zal enjoy a fascinating Moshiach Shiur in the Beis Medrash, given by members of Hanhalah and guest lecturers. This week’s shiur was given by Moshiach expert Rabbi Rabbi Nochum Schtroks.
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Rav of Congregation Aish Kodesh in Woodmere and mashpia at Yeshiva University, R’ Moshe Weinberger, led over 50 community members to the Rebbe’s Ohel on Chof-Daled Teves with a farbrengen accompanied by music and spirited dancing.
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Genius, Tragedy, and Mystery: The Tshashniker Iluy Revisited
In one of the first installments of From the Margins of Chabad History, we patched together the fascinating and tragic tale of the mysterious Tshashniker iluy. Now, ahead of his 127th yartzeit, we return to his story with new information that answers some questions and raises others.
Jewish Establishment Echoes Rebbe’s Answer to Rising Antisemitism
At the “State of World Jewry” talk last week, New York Times columnist Bret Stephens argued that the Anti-Defamation League should abandon its approach to combating antisemitism and instead focus on strengthening Jewish life itself. Long before the recent resurgence of hate, the Rebbe articulated this as the answer.
Apple Sauce: Ha’eitz or Shehakol?
Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas, including why jackets don't need tzitzis, bracha for a new child, gartel for bentching, and the bracha on apple sauce.
Stroking and Brushing the Beard?
Ask the Rov: May a man brush his beard if he may pluck out some hairs? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
Rebbe’s Guidance, Solace for Tragedy Published After Bondi
Oholei Torah Dean Delivers Weekly Moshiach Shiur
Once a week, the bochurim of Oholei Torah Zal enjoy a fascinating Moshiach Shiur in the Beis Medrash, given by members of Hanhalah and guest lecturers. This week, the shiur was given by Rabbi Mendel Blau, Dean of Mosdos Oholei Torah.
15th of Shevat: Rosh Hashana for Trees
The 15th day of Shevat, commonly referred to as "Tu B'Shevat," is the 'Rosh Hashana' of trees and is marked by eating fruits. Read about its minhagim and watch the Rebbe celebrate the day.
Do Dried Fruits Need a Hechsher?
Whether eating fruits on Tu B'Shvat or year-round, learn which fruits require a hechsher and how to check for insects.
The Baal Shem Tov’s Humble Son
A holy but modest person, Reb Tzvi, the Baal Shem Tov's son, served as Rebbe after his father's histalkus. But a year later, he handed it over to the Mezritcher Maggid, something that amazed the Rebbe Rashab.
Eight Years Later, Rubashkin Recounts His Path to Freedom
In this raw conversation, Reb Sholom Mordechai Rubashkin takes us inside the moments that changed his life forever: hearing the sentence, choosing emunah over despair, surviving years behind bars, and holding on when there was no visible way out.