Watch: In a video recorded by Rabbi Shmuel Zalmanov, Montreal gabbai Rabbi Moshe Elya Gerlitzky distributes Lekach on Erev Yom Kippur to renowned rov Rabbi Yitzchok Hendel and mashpia Rabbi Wolf Greenglass in his trademark warm style.
Bowing on a Shul Floor
Ask the Rov: When bowing to the ground in shul, when and where do I put something down as a separation? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin replies.
R’ Dovid Krasnjanski, 88, AH
R’ Dovid Krasnjanski, who was advised by the Rebbe to serve as an engineer for the US Navy in Philadelphia, and who was known for his love of learning, passed away. Levaya and shiva on Erev Yom Kippur.
Young Shliach Passed Away: His Family Needs Our Support
At the young age of 27 years old, shliach Rabbi Shimmy Hershkovitz of Ofakim passed away, leaving behind a young wife and a one-year-old toddler. His family needs our support.
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L’Chaim: Seror – Cohen
Photos: David Katash/Anash.org
The L’Chaim of Chimon Seror of Netanya, Eretz Yisroel, and Esther Cohen of Versailles, France, took place Tuesday night at the Lincoln Place Shul.
Lubavitch Women Talk Supporting Husbands in Torah Learning
In commemorating the Rebbetzin Chana‘s Yahrtzeit, Mrs. Faigy Yusewitz, Mrs. Batsheva Browd, and Mrs. Brochie Friedman share inspiration on the topic of nurturing our husbands in their Torah learning.
Last Few Hours: Don’t Miss Out!
Hurry, you still have a chance to make a meaningful pledge before Yom Kippur. Join us now in seeking blessings for “Children, health, and livelihood in abundance”!
He Chose Heaven Over Earth
Article by Rabbi Mordechai Lipskier: Can we find areas in our lives where we’re willing to forego materialism for the sake of spirituality? For some, it may be closing their business in order to keep Shabbos, and for others, it may be closing their phone in order to daven properly.
“Rebbe! I Can’t Deal With Him!”
Climbed up to the Alter Rebbe‘s second-floor window, R. Yekusiel Lyepler cried out, “Rebbe! Cut out my left side! I can’t deal with him!” From that moment on, he became a different person and his neshama shone intensely – in surprising moments.
Mrs. Phyllis Pozepoff, AH
Mrs. Phyllis Pozepoff, a beloved mother and grandmother from Los Angeles, CA, passed away on Friday, 7 Tishrei, 5783.
Bustling Erev Shabbos Haazinu Around Crown Heights
Photos: David Katash/Anash.org
The streets and shops of Crown Heights were bustling on Friday with thousands of residents and guests as they prepared for Shabbos Parshas Haazinu – Shabbos Shuva.
Download and Print: Anash.org Shabbos Digest
Download and print for your Shabbos reading pleasure: The Anash.org Shabbos Digest presents the top stories, commentary, opinions, and columns from the past week, in a print-friendly format.
New Publication Discusses Childbirth on Shabbos
A joint collaboration between the Crown Heights Beis Din, Mikvah.org, and Chaya Raichik of Mikvah Stories brings you The Halachos of Giving Birth on Shabbos and Yom Tov!
Brothers in Arms: Anti-Bibi Protesters Wrap Tefillin at UN
Photos: Shalom Ross/Anash.org
As Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu addressed the UN, thousands gathered outside to protest for and against him. Lubavitcher bochurim were on the scene to wrap tefillin.
Locals and Guests at Yahrzeit Farbrengen in 770
Photos: Yossi Kurant/Anash.org
The benches of 770 were filled to capacity with locals and guests who joined the farbrengen marking the 59th yahrzeit of Rebbetzin Chana Scheerson, mother of the Rebbe.
Thousands Flock to the Rebbe’s Ohel on His Mother’s Yahrzeit
Thousands of Chassidim visited the Rebbe’s Ohel in Queens, NY on Vov Tishrei, the yahrzeit of his mother Rebbetzin Chana Schneerson.
Eshel Hosts Meals in Large Tent as Tishrei Guests Grow
Photos: Dovber Hechtman
The Eshel Hachnosas Orchim organization, which hosts guests coming to the Rebbe for Tishrei, set up a large tent in the parking lot of Oholei Torah to accommodate the larger-than-ever crowd this year.
L’Chaim: Lefkowitz – Hendel
Photos: David Katash/Anash.org
The L’Chaim of Yehuda Lefkowitz of Boro Park, NY to Devora Hendel of Marine Park, NY took place Wednesday night at Ulam Chana.
How Parnassa Is Dictated
Traveling to the Rebbe, spending time in 770, has always been a cornerstone in the ruchniusdike life of a chossid. In one exchange, the Rebbe explained how this can also affect one’s livelihood.
Kids Curriculum Will Keep Your Children Busy on Yom Tov
Are you looking to make this year’s Yomim Tovim a truly memorable and fun experience for the children of your community or shul? Look no further.
R’ Michel Zlotchover’s Niggun In Honor of Yemei Teshuva
In honor of the Aseres Yemei Teshuva, the Vaad Hanigunim presents R’ Michal Zlotchover’s Niggun, a niggun that arouses a deep longing to once again be with the Rebbe for Yom Tov.
Anash of East Flatbush Perform Kaparos
East Flatbush families performed the minhag of Kaparos on Thursday, ahead of Yom Kippur. The kaparos was organized by NCFJE and subsidized by donors.
Crown Heights Families Perform Kaparos
Crown Heights families performed the minhag of Kaparos on Thursday, ahead of Yom Kippur. The kaparos was organized by NCFJE and subsidized by donors.