Anash.org feature: Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas including why Chabad uses large tefillin, blood in brown eggs, charging a hearing aid on Shabbos, and buying par-baked rolls.
Live from 770: Grand Kinus Hakhel Event
Live at 7:00 PM: A Hakhel gathering for the month of Av will be held at 770 for the wider Chabad community, with renowned speakers Rabbi Shloma Majeski and Rabbi Shais Taub.
The Seforim That Belonged to the Rebbe’s Father and Mother
Special episode for Chof Av: Rabbi Berel Levine showcases the precious few seforim that had belonged to the Rebbe’s father and mother and survived and are currently housed in the Rebbe’s library.
‘Maamad’ Lists Depict Bochurim’s Connection to the Rebbe
Newly uncovered documents from the archives of Rabbi Meir Harlig list the bochurim who gave money as ma’amad – to support the Rebbe. One line at the top of the list reveals an additional, fascinating detail.
Our Communities
Rabbi YY Jacobson Addresses Campers on Chayolei Visit
Rabbi YY Jacobson addressed campers of the SGP and EGP programs of Chayolei Hamelech during a recent visit, sharing great stories and beautiful insights.
Texas Campus Getting First-of-its-Kind Mikvah Educational Center
A new ‘Jewish Family Life Center’ in College Station, Texas, will be more than just a mikvah. It will be a Mikvah Education Center with a mikvah tahara, men’s mikvah, kelim mikvah, and a classroom to learn.
Young Chabad Artist Performs Lively Nigun
Chabad singer Yosef Yitzhak Farkash released a single of a lively Lubavitcher ‘Nigun Rikud’, sung by farbrengens and simchos. Listen and enjoy.
A Night of Hope and Inspiration: Unforgettable Bonei Olam Event
Hundreds gathered at the Arches last night in an extraordinary show of support for Bonei Olam Chabad, launching their annual fundraiser, with the goal of raising $1.3 million to create miracles.
600 Mechanchim Gather For Annual Kinus In Eretz Yisroel
Mechanchim from across Eretz Yisroel participated in their annual Kinus, gaining insight, inspiration and learning practical techniques to give them a boost as they head into the new school year.
The Modern Role of Today’s Educators
Oped by Rabbi Gershon Avtzon: A mechanech once asked me “Why is it that so many of today’s youth are turned off from Yiddishkeit because of something relatively small that a teacher says or does while “we” (people over 40), whose educators expressed less love and care, were not?”
Fulfill Your Dream – Get Your Semicha Within A Year
Ever encountered a question in the kitchen that made you wonder why you can’t learn the ins and outs of kashrus yourself? Welcome to Lemaan Yilmedu’s Semicha program, where you’ll gain the knowledge to deal with complex kashrus dilemmas, all in a year-long course.
Six Wounded in Ma’aleh Adumim Terror Attack
Two people were seriously wounded and four others were moderately wounded in a terror shooting attack near a shopping mall in Ma’aleh Adumim on Tuesday afternoon.
L’Chaim: Hanoka – Naparstek
Photos: Oded Kaizerman/Anash.org
The L’Chaim of Dovi Hanoka of Pasadena, CA and Bracha Naparstek of Marina Del Rey, CA took place Monday night at Rubashkin.
So How Do I Know If It’s a Scam?
After penning an article decrying the spread of shady financial schemes in our communities, an Anash.org reader follows up with some pointers to look out for to avoid such scams.
300 Shluchim Sing Chabad Niggun in Unison
Watch: At the conference which united 300 Chabad mechanchim from across Eretz Yisroel, the entire crowd joined together to sing a Chabad nigun in unison, their voices blending to create a unique effect.
Shul’s 100th Year Restoration A Proud Victory Over Communism
Hundreds gathered to celebrate the inauguration of the Chabad shul Vitebsk marking the completion of the building’s restoration in honor of the 100th year of the shul’s original establishment.
Ten Yad’s $760K+ Grand Split Launches with a Special Deal
Last year Ten Yad’s Grand Split reached historic heights, and this year is expected to surpass last year’s unprecedented success. Tickets are now available for purchase, and anyone who buys them before Thursday gets a special deal!
Camp Emunah Sets Tehillim-Saying Record
The girls of Camp Emunah said a record-breaking 29,254 kapitelach of Tehillim this past Shabbos Mevorchim, with 79 girls finishing Tehillim for the first time.
Argentina Rov Addresses Advanced Dayunus Program
As part of the Dayanus program of the acclaimed Machon Lehoraa Dayanus program, led by Rabbi Nachman Wilhelm, a special Shiur was hosted with Rabbi Yosef Feigelshtock of Argentina, giving an in-depth discussion on the full structure of a Din Torah.
Mitzvah in Alaska Makes Waves Across the Globe
When a horrible tragedy struck a young teen at a Jewish travel camp hiking the glaciers in Alaska, the local shluchim stepped in to assist in any way they could. Their actions are continuing to make waves.
Summer Learning Program: Middos, Chinuch & Embracing Our Flaws
The Summer Learning Program hit series is continuing this week, each week there will be Shiurim on a variety of intriguing topics by leading magidei shiurim.
Levaya for Rabbi Berel Pachter Held in Paris
The levaya for Rabbi Zvi Dovber (Berel) Pachter, a beloved mashpia and mechanech in Brunoy, and a well-known baal menagen, was held in Paris, France.
Yeshiva CHBD: A Full-Time Yeshiva With Part-Time Learning
Yeshivas Chayolei Beis Dovid caters to Chassidishe bochurim who wish to maintain high standards of learning and Yiras Shomayim, but find the standard full-day yeshiva schedule challenging.
Mumbai Security Forces Foil Attempted attack on Chabad
Two Islamic terror suspects were detained in India for plotting to carry out a series of bombings. The suspects had carried out surveillance of the Chabad House in Mumbai, the scene of a deadly attack 15 years ago.
First Week at Camp Tzeirei Hatmimim
Camp Tzeirei Hatmimim in Suffield, CT concluded its first week, where talmidim were immersed in learning while enjoying activities in a chassidishe atmosphere.