Watch: During the recital of Tehillim on Leil Hoshana Raba, the Rebbe motions to photographer Levi Freidin to join the recital and that he be handed a Tehillim.
New Rambam Features Rebbe’s Commentary
Rabbi Meir Elituv has undertaken a monumental project: to put the Rebbe’s commentary on the page with the Rambam and classic commentaries.
Watch: Hallel and Hoshainos by the Rebbe
Watch footage of the Rebbe at Shacharis on the first day of Chol Hamoed Sukkos 5749, including parts of Hallel and Hoshanos.
Why the Rebbe Held the Minim Like That
If you look how the Rebbe held the daled minim, you will notice something very interesting. Rabbi Isser Zalman Weissberg explains the reason behind Rebbe’s unique way of connecting the four species.
Historic Sukkos Farbrengens Restored
Two unpublished recordings from the 5710s/1950s of the Rebbe’s annual farbrengen in the sukkah with yeshiva students of all circles have now been released for the first time.
Handle with Care
Op-ed: The Rebbe modeled a humane way to do kaparos; let’s take the time to do the same!
A Moment with the Rebbe
While the Rebbe encouraged the presence and participation of children in shul, it was clear that proper decorum was also expected.
Breaking Technological Barriers
When the Vov Tishrei hookup didn’t connect, the Rebbe suggested reciting “Viyehi Noam” as is done with a difficult shofar. Suddenly, the chassidim in Eretz Yisroel could be heard.
Never Published Sicha Just Discovered
Shortly before Rosh Hashana a new Sicha was discovered, where the Rebbe requests from rabbis to speak about a particular topic in their Yom Kippur sermons.
Powerful Rosh Hashana Moments
The Avner Institute presents a compilation of powerful Rosh Hashana moments by the Rebbe as told by Rabbi Yossi Lew.
Halikut Begins Second Year
After the great success of Halikut last year, Vaad Hatmimim has launched the successful program for its second year in 16 yeshivas across America.
A Moment with the Rebbe
The Rebbe encouraged the chassidim to do everything with joy and chayus – including the walk to Tashlich.
Anticipation for New Experience Reaches Fever Pitch
Thousands are signing up ahead of the new, interactive, all-immersive experience documenting the sights and sounds of a Tishrei with the Rebbe as witnessed by “Sholom B.”
A Bochur’s Job is to Learn
A Note from the Rebbe: Even when involved in positive endeavors, a bochur must not lose sight of his primary responsibility.
45 Years of Lighting Up the World
This 24 Elul marks 45 years since the Rebbe announced mivtzah neshek.
The Little Things…
48 years ago today. It was 24 Elul, 5731/1971, and the Rebbe was walking out of the shul in 770 when he stopped and pointed at something.
College – On Whose Achrayus?
A Note from the Rebbe: When a father asked the Rebbe to steer his son toward university, the Rebbe shared an alternative view.
School Policy: Not at All Costs
A Note from the Rebbe: When a school reported to the Rebbe that they were enforcing Nusach Ari in their school, the Rebbe was not happy.
“Check Your Tefillin and Mezuzos”
During Elul, many have the custom to check their tefillin and mezuzos. Watch the Rebbe tell different people to check their tefillin and mezuzos thoroughly.
Prepare for Tishrei with New Release
The special farbrengen of Rosh Chodesh Elul 5742, has recently been produced by JEM with subtitles in preparation for Rosh Hashana.