“I rarely read my messages before Davening. I don’t know why today was different. Perhaps because I was supposed to see this very message before I Davened.” Rabbi Mendel Itzinger writes what went through his mind when he first heard the recording of Frierdike Rebbe saying a Sicha.
Long Island Shliach, Author of The ‘Rebbe’s Rambam’, Keynote Montreal Siyum
Hundreds of members of the Lubavitch community in Montreal, Canada gathered Sunday night to celebrate the completion of another cycle of Rambam study, which coincided with Bais Iyar.
Yeshivas Lubavitch Toronto Gets Complete Makeover
A year in the making and Yeshivas Lubavitch Toronto has at last completed its remodeling of the Yeshiva interior as well as hiring a new Menahel Ruchni, Menahel Gashmi and Mashgiach.
Historic Gem: The Only Recording of the Frierdiker Rebbe
While videos and pictures of the Frierdiker Rebbe are thankfully no longy a rarity, there exists only one known audio recording, from a farbrengen in 5709. Listen to the recording with subtitles of the Frierdiker Rebbe’s words.
Our Communities
2,000 Attend Paris Rambam Celebration
Over 2,000 men, women, and children participated in the grand Siyum Harambam held in Paris, France with guest speaker Rabbi Michoel Danow of Leeds, England and singer Yoni Shlomo.
L’Chaim: Wilschanski – Kanevski
The L’Chaim of Shmuli Wilschanski and Mali Kanevski, both of Crown Heights, took place Monday night at Lubavitcher Yeshiva.
Latin American Kinus Begins in Panama City
The Latin America Kinus Hashluchim, kicked off its first day with an air of excitement and anticipation as Shluchim from across South America came together in Panama City, Panama, to share ideas, network, and discuss their unique types of Shlichus, ranging from small communities to remote locations that cater to Jewish backpackers.
When the Rebbe Told Me to Learn Rambam
As he watched the video, he heard the Rebbe answer questions he had in his learning from the morning. Rabbi Mordechai Rubin, shliach in Colonie NY, shares how the Rebbe’s words have inspired his dedication to learning Rambam daily.
Baltimore Mesivta Welcomes Rabbi Yanky Werner as New Mashpia
Mesivta Lubavitch of Baltimore is proud to announce that Rabbi Yanky Werner will be joining the yeshiva as primary mashpia for the upcoming shnas halimudim, 5784.
The Rambam That ‘Scratches the Itches’
From the Anash.org Inbox: Someone once asked the Minchas Elazar why did he, an ultra-zealot, learn the Rashash’s commentary? He responded, “What should I do ‘er kratzt mich vi es baist mich,’ he scratches me where it itches.” Rambam Ho’oruch meets that need for Rambam study.
Newly Published Photos Show 1939 Wedding of Rabbi Hodakov
A newly published brief biography of Rabbi Chaim Mordechai Aizik Hodakov contained rare pictures from his youth and his 1939 wedding to Ettel Tzerna Schochet.
East Flatbush Community Gathers to Celebrate Siyum Harambam
Members of the Chabad community of East Flatbush gathered on Sunday night for a Siyum celebrating the conclusion of all three cycles of Rambam study.
‘Art of Friendship’ Gallery Showcases Art and Community
Art created by members of Friendship Circle of Brooklyn was displayed at the ‘Art of Friendship’ gallery in JCM on Sunday, with many purchasing a piece to support Friendship Circle’s ongoing work.
Apple and Google Help Kick Start New Rambam Cycle
A programming blip almost prevented the Rambam app from being used for the start of the new learning cycle. But then, both Apple and Google approved an update for the app in record time.
Newly Translated Collection Of Moshiach-Focused Sichos On Sale
Coming off the heels of 28 Nissan, Tut Altz presents a tangible way to capitalize on the inspiration by providing a special sale on Moshiach-related study materials.
Israeli Team Chooses Shabbos Over Championship Title
A team of Israeli students bowed out of an international Robotics Competition because of their Shabbos observance. Thousands of students from all over the world gave them a standing ovation for their courage.
30th Yahrtzeit of Rebbe’s Chief-of-Staff
Today, 3 Iyar marks the 30th yahrtzeit of Harav Chaim Mordechai Eizik Chodakov, a master educator and member of the Latvian government, who became a secretary to the Frierdiker Rebbe and the Rebbe, ultimately heading and directing the Rebbe’s main mosdos and all Chabad activities.
Rebbe Maharash’s Birthday Celebrated with 770 Farbrengen
Hundreds of Anash and Bochurim gathered in the main Shul of 770 to celebrate the completion of another cycle of Rambam study and to mark the Rebbe Maharash‘s birthday.
L’Chaim: Chanowitz – Ashkenazi
The L’Chaim of Yehuda Chanowitz of Monticello, NY and Miri Ashkenazi of Montreal, Canada took place Sunday night at FREE Hall.
5 Injured in Terrorist Ramming Attack in Yerushalayim
At least five people have been injured in a ramming attack near Yerushalayim’s Machane Yehudah market on Monday afternoon.
Anash of Boca Celebrate Rambam Completion
The Anash community in Boca Raton gathered Motzei Shabbos to celebrate the Siyum HaRambam with guest speaker Rabbi Ruvi New and Rambam translator Rabbi Eliyahu Touger.
Creative Moshiach Competition Opens for its Third Year
To promote awareness of Moshiach and as a takeaway from Chof Ches Nissan, Tut Altz Kids is holding its annual creative kids’ contest, focusing on getting children to exercise their creativity while learning about Moshiach.