The Schanowitz Family invites the community to join in the Siyum Sefer Torah in memory of their parents Reb Azriel and Shifra Nicha Schanowitz, taking place today at 3:30 pm in Crown Heights.
Prominent Rabbonim Headline Grand Yarchei Kalah Event
A great honor was shown in honor of the 80th yahrtzeit of Harav Levi Yitzchak, as hundreds of participants, thirteen speakers, eight hours of programming, and a grand event made up the 14th annual Yarchei Kallah event, held at the yeshiva in Kfar Chabad.
Shabbos Elevator: Do We Use It?
Ask the Rov: What is a ‘Shabbos Elevator’ and should it be used? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
Our Communities
Shluchos Training Seminar Uplifts New Generation of Leaders
In preparation for their upcoming Shlichus, over 50 women participated in a two-day training seminar, facilitated by the New Shluchos Desk at Merkos 302.
Soldiers Thank Young Boys for Their Protective Mishnayos
As this year’s season of MyShliach Mishnayos Baal Peh comes to a close, IDF soldiers thank the young Shluchim for the Mishnayos they learned in their merit.
Uplifting Shabbos with Reb Levik in Alma Ata
Close to one thousand guests spent an uplifting Shabbos in unison at the Rixos Hotel near the Ohel of Reb Levik in Alma Ata, Kazakhstan. The grand melava malka banquet was headlined by Chief Rabbi of Iran, Rabbi Yehuda Gerami.
He Was Fired Up by Just a Few Lines of Tanya
Blessed by the Rebbe Maharash to be a lamdan and a gevir, R. Zalman Schneerson of Lodz was indeed both, as well as a profound oved. When he couldn’t take mashke, a few lines of Tanya about the joy from HaShem’s omnipresence was enough to fire him up in vigorous dancing.
At the Cusp of the New Year!
Chof Av falls out exactly 40 days before the start of the new year. At this special point in time when the preparations for Rosh Hashana begin, it is important to give tzedaka, thus drawing down brochos for the whole year.
The Census Brought Them to Their Senses
Article by Rabbi Mordechai Lipskier: Today, we are very occupied with respecting people’s privacy, preferences, and rights. Many youth today aren’t being shown the true Torah path because people are afraid of infringing on their freedoms. Perhaps we can learn a lesson from Reb Levik and have more faith in our youth.
Together in Alma Ata: From a Chossid’s Diary
In his diary, the chossid and mohel Reb Yaakov Yosef Raskin described how they secured Reb Levik’s release from exile, his time in Alma Ata, and the efforts to bury him respectfully. The diary has been translated to English by his grandson, R’ Benny Raskin.
Live: Chof Av Farbrengen at the Ohel
Motzei Shabbos at 10:30 pm: Chassidim will join together for a farbrengen marking 80 years since the passing of the Rebbe’s father, Reb Levik, featuring speakers Rabbi Yosef Katzman, Rabbi Yeshayahu Tenenboim, and Rabbi Chay Amar.
A Personal Request That Doesn’t Cost Money
The Rebbe did not often share his private life and family matters with the Chassidim, but on the few occasions that he did, it is our honor and privilege to mark it according to the Rebbe’s wishes. One of those days is Chof Av.
Donate to the Kolel the Rebbe Established for his Father and Win
45 years ago, the Rebbe personally established ‘Kolel Tifferes Zekainim Levi Yitzchok’ to engage seniors with Torah study. Donate $45 and enter a raffle for a chance to win a mashke bottle from the Rebbe, a dollar and a dime.
Moshiach Weekly Marks 80th with Teaching of the Baal Hahilula
A special edition of “The Alef” weekly publication on the topic of Moshiach features a Sicha from Pesach 5719, where the Rebbe quotes his father on integrating Moshiach into the present reality.
Heading Into Chof Av, Chassidim Daven at Reb Levik’s Ohel
A gorgeous gallery by photographer Akiva Shainberger captures the events leading up to Chof Av in Alma Ata, Kazakhstan, including the visit to the Ohel, the pan kloli, shiurim, and farbrengens.
With Every Story, the Rebbe Became More Emotional
Reb Aharon Yaakov Diskin was exiled to Kasil-Arda, a village not far from Alma Ata, and he made acquaintance with Reb Levik. When he shared some stories during a farbrengen, the Rebbe became very emotional.
The Rebbe Asked: Give Before Shabbos!
In years when Chof Av fell out on Shabbos, the Rebbe encouraged chassidim to donate before Shabbos to the campaign honoring his father, and gave a special Yasher Koach to those who did so.
A Shul Named After the Rebbe’s Father
This week’s collection of letters about shul challenges, concerning Congregation Levi Yitzchok of Hollandale, Florida, a shul named for the Rebbe’s father. Most of the letters are addressed to the Shul’s founder, Mr. Moshe Mordechai (Marvin) Shuster and his wife Chana (Susan).
Ohel Bus Will Make Extra Trips for Chof Av
On Motzei Shabbos and Sunday, the Daily Ohel Bus will have expanded hours and added trips to the Rebbe’s Ohel in honor of Chof Av.
Now Playing: Complete ‘Chof Av with the Rebbe’ Experience
Experience a newly published video of a farbrengen: a strikingly clear, full-length video of the Rebbe’s Farbrengen in honor of his father’s Yahrtzeit is now available for you to experience.
Seforim Mobile Brings Chassidishe Reading to the Catskill Mountains
Beautiful mobile library filled with chassidishe books visits the bungalow colonies upstate to give children a creative way to battle the rainy day blues and keep their minds engaged.
Why Two Jews Sat Blindfolded In the Town Square
In a touching scene in Tel Aviv, Shliach Mendy Goodman joined lone protestor Nir Kafatori in support of raising awareness for the hostages, and gained a ‘tefillin lay’ in the merit of their speedy return.
The Untold Story of a Lost Teaching of the Rebbe’s Father
From an underground farbrengen during the Soviet Union to the personal journals and letters written by the Rebbe, Rabbi Motti Rubin traces a Torah teaching of Reb Levik across continents and generations.
Chabad Rabbis Unite for Urgent Pidyon Shvuyim Case
A member of Anash with cancer is languishing in prison in a foreign country due to unpaid bills from a failed business venture. 16,000 USD is urgently needed now to finalize his case.