Ask the Rov: I’d like to buy lunch for my movers. Can I order it from a non-kosher eatery? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
A Happy Bar Mitzvah
On Purim Katan day, bochurim Shneur Weiss and Mendel Wilansky of the Arizona Mesivta met a clown on mivtzoim. They found out that he was Jewish and put on Tefillin with him for the first time.
Live: CTeen Closing Ceremony to Feature Teen Leaders
Live at 12:30 pm: The closing ceremony of the CTeen Shabbaton, “Count On Me,” will feature the stories of teens who combat anti-Semitism with Jewish Pride.
War Day 141: Hostage Negotiations, Preparation for War in the North
War Summary, Day One Hundred and Forty-One: Talks of hostage release for Ramadan ceasefire, Hamas drops demands out of fear of Rafah takeover, and missile boats doing exercises in preparation for a war in the north.
Today: Ohel Nosson to Complete First Sefer Torah
Last Purim night, members of Ohel Nosson began writing their very first Sefer Torah. 12 months later, they are celebrating its completion and are inviting all Anash to celebrate with them.
Our Communities
Dazzling Times Square Screamed “Am Yisroel Chai”
In the heart of New York City, amidst the dazzling lights of Times Square, a powerful expression of Jewish pride and solidarity unfolded last night. The testament of “Am Yisroel Chai” was broadcast live to over 100,000 viewers.
Live: Jewish Pride and Solidarity in Times Square
Tonight at 8:30 pm: Watch live as Times Square will come alive with a global celebration of Jewish Identity, featuring musical performances, as well as prayers for the immediate release of the hostages.
“Are All the Manufacturers in Russia So Learned?”
R’ Nechemya of Dubrovna, who was married to the Alter Rebbe‘s granddaughter, was a chavrusa to the Tzemach Tzedek and an exceptional gaon. Yet, he shied away from publicity and earned his livelihood from his taleisim factory.
L’Chaim: Zulauf – Morelly
The L’Chaim of Mendy Zulauf of Crown Heights, and Vered Morelly of Montreal, Canada, took place at Ulam Chana in Crown Heights.
Screens Don’t Need to be Put in Shaimos
Article by Rabbi Mordechai Lipskier: When we daven, say Tehillim, or learn Torah from an actual sefer, it’s an opportunity to hold a holy object and turn its holy pages. If at all possible, why exchange such an amazing opportunity for the convenience of a digital device?
International CTeen Shabbaton Kicks off in New York
This year’s International CTeen Shabbaton brings together the largest network of Jewish teens. The variety of languages echoing throughout the Oholei Torah hall last night was more poignant than ever. before.
Marbin B’simcha; How Do We Do That?
What does it mean to be constantly b’simcha? How do we just get ourselves to start being b’simcha? What does simcha even do?
Picture of the Day
Seen being menachem avel the Skverer Rebbe after the passing of his Rebbetzin were Rabbi Nachman Yosef Twersky of Crown Heights and Rabbi Mendel Feller of Minnesota, who holds a close relationship with the Skverer Rebbe’s children.
War Day 139: Missile Hits Home, Netanyahu Presents Post-War Plan
War Summary, Day One Hundred and Thirty-Nine: Heavy pressure from the American administration, missile hit a home in Kfar Yuval, Iron Dome interception over Tzfas, Netanyahu presented first draft of post-war plan including Israel’s control of the Gaza-Egypt border and the removal of UNRWA.
L’Chaim: Schapiro – Green
The L’Chaim of Dovid Schapiro of Hollywood, Florida, and Dina Green of Coral Springs, Florida, took place at the FREE Hall in Crown Heights.
Shluchim Hold Memorial at Site of Massacre
Shluchim on mission in Eretz Yisroel visited the Nachal Oz Army Base where many soldiers were killed and taken hostage. They said Tehillim in the shul and lit candles in their memory.
A Secret From Yourself
A unique fatherly relationship formed between the Rebbe and Reb Berel Yunik. When he didn’t look well and didn’t know why, the Rebbe suggested that perhaps it was a secret – from himself.
‘Shabbos Tzuzamen’ Kicks Off Around the World
After an inspirational meeting in Crown Heights, tens of Bochurim headed off to lead micro Shabbatons this week for Yaldei Hashluchim in 110 Shabbos Tzuzamen locations across the globe.
Wedding: Shuchat – Shifman
The wedding of Chaim Eliyahu Shuchat of Crown Heights, and Menucha Rochel Shifman of Tzfas, Eretz Yisroel, took place at the Lubavitch Yeshiva hall in Crown Heights.
New Yeshiva Gedola to Open in Pittsburgh, PA
Bnai Emunoh Chabad in Greenfield, a growing Chabad community in Pittsburgh, PA, is embarking on a new initiative to open a Yeshiva Gedolah (Zal) for Bochurim in Shiur Aleph and Bais.
Third Brother of Chabad Family Engaged to Third Sister
It’s not very common for two brothers to marry two sisters. But these families went all out when the third Nadav brother got engaged to the third Aharon sister.
Israeli Yeshivos Send Staff to Engage ‘Kvutza’ Bochurim
A new initiative has hanhala from yeshivos in Eretz Yisroel coming to New York every month in order to inspire and engage with alumni learning in ‘Kvutza’ in 770.
3,000 Teens Arrive in NYC for “CTeen Week” of Jewish Pride
As 3,000 Jewish teens from far-flung corners of the globe have begun making their way to the bustling city for the International Shabbaton, the annual CTeen weekend has effectively transformed into a “CTeen week.”