The Gerrer Askan’s Lifetime of Encounters With the Rebbe
In a podcast interview, Rabbi Elimelech Neiman of Boro Park, a renowned askan who was involved in many Jewish causes throughout the 1980s and ’90s, shares memories of his frequent, warm encounters with the Rebbe.
Since When Was Chassidus Meant to Be Self-Serving? — Part II
“The question is not about minimizing avodah ch”v. The Rebbeim emphasized again and again that Chassidus must affect the way a person serves Hashem. The question is whether that effect is the ultimate reason for the learning, or whether it is the natural outcome of something deeper.”
The 12 Step ‘Program’ To Opening Our Eyes
A Year After Miraculous Escape, Shliach Celebrates New Torah
Live: Introduction to Masechta Pesachim with Rabbi Wolberg
A new Gemara B’Iyun program, Kollel Iyun HaTalmud, is offering a special week of introductory shiurim on Mesechtas Pesachim, featuring renowned Roshei Yeshiva and Maggidei Shiur Rabbi Dov Popack, Rabbi Moshe Wolberg, and Rabbi Mendel Krasnjanski.
Vinnytsia Welcomes New Torah During Sukkos
Bitachon Summit Returns for Round Three
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Registration Opens for Tzeirei Hashluchos Winter Camp
Young Shluchos from around the world are counting down to another incredible Winter Camp, as the Shluchim Office announces the dates and opens registration for Machane Rivka 5787.
Can Hatzalah Find Your House?
Picture this: An emergency happens in Crown Heights, and you call Hatzalah. Within minutes, the dispatcher tone sounds, and Hatzalah members jump into their cars, racing toward your block.
Mendy Vilenkin, 17, AH
Hatomim Menachem Mendel (Mendy) Vilenkin, a Lubavitcher bochur from Toronto, Canada, passed away on 1 Cheshvan following a serious illness.
US Education Secretary to Spotlight Tuition Relief at Miami Yeshiva
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon will visit Miami’s Lubavitch Educational Center to highlight the new Education Freedom Tax Credit, a federal scholarship initiative that could bring major tuition relief to yeshiva families nationwide.
Critically Injured Bochur Wakes Up After a Week
After more than a week of heartfelt teffilos, Shneur Zalman Neiman, who was critically injured on Simchas Torah, finally woke up today and opened his eyes for the first time since the accident.
After Tishrei Thoughts: Can We Host Better?
“Tishrei in Crown Heights is like nowhere else. Thousands come to be with the Rebbe, our shuls overflow, and the streets are alive with simcha. But now that Yom Tov is behind us, it’s worth stepping back and asking: are we doing this the right way?”
Photos: Autumn in Lubavitch
V’yaakov holach l’darko: A beautiful photo gallery captures the autumn scenery along the streets of the historic town of Lubavitch.
1,000 Expected at 10th Annual CYP Encounter
A decade after just 35 young Jewish professionals gathered in Crown Heights for the first Chabad Young Professionals (CYP) Encounter, registration is set to open for its landmark 10th year, with over 1,000 participants expected from around the world.
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The Last Dance in Leningrad, The First in America
As we approach Simchas Torah, From the Margins of Chabad History presents a series of first-hand accounts of Simchas Torah with the Frierdiker Rebbe. Spanning decades and countries, they take us from the bittersweet farewell to Russia in Leningrad, 5688, to the historic visit to America, 5690, the remarkable celebrations in cosmopolitan Riga, 5693, and finally the iconic scenes at 770 Eastern Parkway.
New Technology Allows Release of Sensitive Rebbe Videos
A rare collection of videos showing the Rebbe addressing sensitive issues has been released using new technology to conceal the identities of those seeking the Rebbe’s guidance.
Carrying in a Yard with Open Gates?
Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas, including carrying in a yard with open gates, Hoshanos for young children, and why we prefer a Talis-Koton of wool.
Forgot to Light Shabbos Candles?
Ask the Rov: What should a woman do if she forgot to light Shabbos candles? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
How Many Shabbos Candles?
Ask the Rov: How many candles are required to light for Shabbos? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
Using the Weeping Willow for Aravos?
Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas, including is 9 haddasim allowed, securing schach with natural string, and Weeping Willow for Aravos.
Rabbi Bluming Gives Year’s First Moshiach Shiur
Borrowing Mitzvah Items Without Permission?
Ask the Rov: May I use someone’s tallis, tefillin, or siddur without asking? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
‘Don’t Worry, He Doesn’t Have a Yiddishe Kup’
Facing a harsh trial, R. Yisrael Yitzchok Lubinsky nervously presented his case before the Rebbe Maharash. The Rebbe assured him that the self-indulgent judge didn't have a Yiddishe kup...
Shterna Sarah Tevel, 69, AH
Shterna Sarah Tevel, a longtime Crown Heights resident known for her devotion to the Rebbe and caring for others, passed away on Erev Shabbos, 28 Tishrei.