Accompanied by a visual presentation, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Greenfeld delivered an in-depth shiur about the halachic issues around building a Sukkah structure in the Beis Hamikdash. The shiur revealed details of a letter written to the Rebbe and the Rebbe’s repsonse.
American Orchim Learn Moshiach U’Geulah
A special shiur about Moshiach U’Geulah was held in 770 for American bochurim by Rabbi Shmuel Chaim Bluming, moreh tzedek in Crown Heights and maggid shiur in Oholei Torah, on the “light” and “spirit” of Moshiach.
Post-Upshernish Boys Enjoy Sweet Debut at Arainfirnesh Ceremony
Tens of post-upshernish boys were introduced to the sweetness of Torah during an arainfirnesh ceremony at Lubavitch Educational Center in Miami, Florida, with the participation of parents and grandparents.
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From War to War: Getting Items from Israel’s North to Ukraine
Planted in the bombarded northern region of Israel and brought to the embattled Ukraine, the FJCU under the leadership of Rabbi Meir Stambler, facilitated the importing of hadassim and aravos for 34 of Ukraine’s major cities in time for Sukkos.
American Yeshivos to Unite in 770 for Special Seder Sichos
21 English-speaking yeshivos will be uniting on Thursday night in 770 for a special seder sichos, learning the Rebbe’s birchas habanim in preparation for Yom Kippur.
R’ Leibel New, 91, AH
R’ Leibel New, a respected member of the Anash community in Melbourne, Australia, passed away on Wednesday morning, 8 Tishrei.
Panel Discusses Development of Rebbe’s Famous ‘Rashi Sichos’
Marking 60 years since the Rebbe started the “Rashi Sichos,” Vaad Hatmimim held a special panel for bochurim with Rabbi Shlomo Zarchi, Rabbi Michoel Aharon Seligson, Rabbi Dovid Olidort, and Rabbi Yossi Lew. A farbrengen followed for Rebbetzin Chana’s 60th yahrzeit.
A Fond Memory of the Rebbe’s Care for 770’s Visitors
Rabbi Yossi Garelik fondly reminisces when the Rebbe mentioned Reb Moshe Yaroslavsky, who used to arrange the hospitality for the Tishrei guests, by name during a farbrengen, and speaks of our collective responsibility to care for the Orchim.
Israeli Consul General Finds Inspiration at 770, Rebbe’s House
In honor of Rebbetzin Chana’s 60th yahrzeit, Israel’s Consul General in New York, Mr. Ofir Akunis, visited the Rebbe’s home on President Street and 770. He was accompanied by his family and Shliach Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Noyman.
A Glimpse Into Eshel-Hachnosas Orchim’s Dining Operation
Every day, the large-scale charitable organization Eshel-Hachnosas Orchim serves thousands of nutritious and high-quality meals to the thousands of guests who have come to spend Tishrei in Lubavitch.
Day-To-Day Guide Released for Sukkos and Simchas Torah
Read and Download: A new booklet of the Day-to-Day Halachic Guide by Rabbi Yosef Braun has been released, containing detailed instructions on the halachos and minhagim for Sukkos and Simchas Torah.
Take Advantage of the Rebbe’s Promise!
Maor is offering a unique opportunity to be part of the Rebbe’s vision! Open the doors to endless brachos for you and your family.
JLI Director Farbrengs for Tishrei Guests
Director of JLI, Rabbi Efraim Mintz, farbrenged for a large crowd of bochurim at a farbrengen held in Kolel Menachem, organized by the Vaad Hatmimim.
Five New Torahs Welcomed in Just One Week
Newly founded communities in Russia receive their own Sifrei Torah this week in joyous events under the auspices of Russia’s Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Berel Lazar.
Lodging Complex Opens in Crown Heights for Tishrei Guests
A new lodging complex near 770 was inaugurated last night, providing accommodation for Tishrei visitors. The facility comfortably houses 600 Bochurim, marking a significant upgrade in hospitality for those coming to spend Tishrei by the Rebbe.
Shluchim Vow to Increase Activities Despite Missile Attacks
After an Iranian missile destroyed a Chabad school in Gedera and a missile from Gaza damaged the headquarters of the Chabad educational network, the shluchim vow to increase and broaden their activities.
War Day 368: Hezbollah Crumbles as Israel Strikes, Iran Scrambles for Ceasefire
War Summary, Day 368: Over 180 Hezbollah rockets hit Northern Israel, Hezbollah leaders assassinated in airstrikes, Nasrallah’s deputy signals desire for ceasefire, Iran pushes Hezbollah to negotiate, airstrike in Damascus hits key Hezbollah commander, and despite growing tension with the U.S. Netanyahu remains confident in continued U.S. support.
Chabad Bochurim Bring Tefillin to Unexpected Protester
In an unusual encounter, Chabad Bochurim find a Jewish man at a ‘pro-Palestine’ march on October 7th in New York and wraps him in Tefillin whilst walking backwards in sync with the flow of the march.
Recordings of Rebbe’s 5725 Tefillos Released for the First Time
As Chassidim commemorate the 60th Yahrtzeit of the Rebbe’s mother, Rebbetzin Chana, a new opportunity to live and experience this day with the Rebbe is now available. For the first time, the entire audio collection of the Rebbe leading the davening in the year following his mother’s passing is available.
Glass Roof Over a Sukkah?
Anash.org feature: Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas including how much is a “cheekful,” mashing eggs on yom tov, glass roof over a sukkah, and extinguishing a gas flame with a metal blade.
Live: Lemaan Yilmedu Grand Chag Hasmicha
Watch live at 6:00 pm EST: Hundreds of Rabbanim will receive Semicha at the Lemaan Yilmedu Semicha celebration at Oholei Torah Hall in Crown Heights.
Rebbe’s Instruction Fulfilled With Mass Tefillah Broadcast
45,000 children from across Eretz Yisroel united on Vov Tishrei, yahrzeit of Rebbetzin Chana, for a special tefillah broadcast, in light of the Rebbe’s instructions before the Yom Kippur War.
Taking Achrayus for the Rebbe’s Guests
For the fortunate among us who merited to spend Tishrei with the Rebbe, the experience was unlike anything any other. Today, from accommodations and meals to inspirational Farbrengens and shiurim, and daily transport to and from the Ohel, Vaad Hatmimim goes above and beyond to ensure all Tishrei guests are cared for.