Levi Lewin, a 16-year-old Lubavitcher bochur from Quebec City who was studying in Yeshivas Tzeirei Hatmimim of Tzfas, passed away on Monday morning from a long-standing medical issue.
Crowds Pack 770 for Fast Day Shachris
The fast of Tzom Gedaliah was observed on Monday in 770, with thousands gathering for shacharis and selichos in the main shul for one minyan after the next.
Revolutionary Breakthrough: Rebbe’s Esrog Replanted in Calabria
In the past, you needed to choose either an Esrog from Calabria (Yanover Esrog) or an Esrog from the seeds of the Rebbe’s Esrog grown in Israel. Now you can have both in one. With the Hashgacha of the CHK and the Badatz Edah Hachareidis.
JLI Handbook Brings High Holiday Inspiration to Ukraine
Chabad of Ukraine partnered with JLI to translate a High Holiday Handbook into Ukrainian for the first time, bringing knowledge of Tishrei’s meaning, mitzvos, and messages to tens of thousands of Jewish families across Ukraine.
Rosh Hashana in 770 Concludes With Elevating Farbrengen
Thousands of anash and bochurim packed 770 at the conclusion of Rosh Hashana for a farbrengen, during which a niggun from each of the Rebbeim was sung, followed by all the niggunim of the Rebbe.
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Erev Rosh Hashana Observed in Paris, France
Anash gathered in the Rebbe’s Shul in Paris on Erev Rosh Hashana for the final selichos and shacharis of 5783, and to recite hataras nedarim. They also celebrated Hanochas Tefillin of a young shliach.
Over 1,200 Spend Rosh Hashanah at the Rebbe’s Ohel
Well over 1,000 bochurim, anash, and a number of shluchim spent Rosh Hashanah at the Rebbe’s Ohel, where they spent 48 hours davening, learning and doing mivtzoim.
770 Cleared Out to Prepare for Thousands of Mispalelim
At the conclusion of shacharis on Erev Rosh Hashana, 770’s main shul was cleared out to allow it to be set up for the many thousands who will be coming for the tefillos of Rosh Hashana.
Erev Rosh Hashanah 5784 Around Crown Heights
The streets and shops of Crown Heights were full on Friday as residents and thousands of guests prepared to celebrate Rosh Hashanah.
Being a Servant is Actually Pretty Good
Article by Rabbi Mordechai Lipskier: Ironic as this may sound, being Hashem’s servant is actually the most liberating way to live. The less of an independent existence we are, the more we allow Hashem to shine through us, and it’s much easier to overcome challenges and obstacles.
Every Inch in 770 Utilized for Hataras Nedorim
Thousands of anash and bochurim packed 770 for shacharis of Erev Rosh Hashana, after which every square inch became prized real estate for groups saying hataras nedarim.
24 Hours of Non-Stop Visits to the Ohel On Erev Rosh Hashanah
Yidden of all walks of life and from many different locations visited the Rebbe’s Ohel ahead of Rosh Hashana, writing panim and davening for a sweet new year.
Levaya Held for Rabbi Nachman Nachmanson
The levaya of R’ Nachman Nachmanson, a beloved husband and father from Crown Heights, passed 770 on Friday morning, Erev Rosh Hashana, 5783.
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.
Thousands Packs 770 for Final Selichos of 5783
The main zal of 770 and the Rebbe’s room were packed with thousands of anash and bochurim early Friday morning for the recital of the lengthy selichos for Erev Rosh Hashanah.
Iconic Tishrei Moments Told Through Personal Experiences
This Tishrei, JEM presents My Tishrei Moment – six iconic experiences with the Rebbe brought vividly to life through eight men and women who share their personal experiences in the moment.
Rabbi Nachman Nachmanson, 50, AH
R’ Nachman Nachmanson, a beloved husband and father from Crown Heights, passed away on Friday morning, Erev Rosh Hashana, 5783. Levaya will pass 770 today.
Last Chance Before Rosh Hashanah – Only a Few Hours Left!
As we approach Rosh Hashanah, the timeless Sicha of the Rebbe in Parashat Nitzavim Vayelech 5743 reminds us of a profound opportunity to invite divine Brocha into our lives.
Crown Heights Hatzalah Manning Daily First Aid Station at 770
With their signature ahavas yisroel and constant goal to improve medical care for the Crown Heights community and its visitors, Crown Heights Hatzalah will be setting up a first aid station in 770 to better serve the community and guests over Tishrei.
When He Doesn’t Realize That There’s a Shaila
“Luach Kolel Chabad,” published for the first time almost 100 years ago, is republished every year with relevant updates. The need for such a luach, the Rebbe explained, was to address shailos – or to inform that there is a shaila to begin with.
Anash.org’s Most Read Articles of 5783
From tragic passings, to miraculous births of multiples; from losing thousands of dollars, to winning libelous courtcases: from blind anti-semitism, to miraculous eyesight healings: here are the most-read articles on Anash.org this past year.
What We Really Need
Article by Rabbi Binyomin Cohen: When eminent Chabad rov in Baltimore, R. Avrohom Elyeh Akselrod, davened for hours long on Rosh Hashana night, his shul president was sure he was davening for a raise. But the chossid’s innocent response took the man by surprise.
5783: The Year in Review
As we conclude the last moments of 5783 and prepare for the start of the new year, Anash.org remembers the tears and the joys, the hardship and hope of a year gone by.
Vaad Hatmimim Welcoming Hundreds of Bochurim
In addition to the year-round activities and programs put forth by Vaad Hatmimim, their Tishrei Hachnasas Orchim is unheard of, and you too can be a part of this!
Tashlich by a Fish Tank
Ask the Rov: If there is no river or lake within walking distance, can I recite tashlich by a fish tank? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin replies.