Reb Yosef Yitzchok of Avrutch, son of the Tzemach Tzedek and son-in-law of Reb Yaakov Yisroel of Tcherkas, settled in Horonsteipel and visited Lubavitch from time to time. When he asked his father on one visit why in Chabad they didn’t say all the zemiros, his father had a strong response.
Live: Nine Days Siyum Broadcast
Live at 3:00 PM: Following the Rebbe’s instruction to hold siyumim daily, a live siyum will be broadcast by Rabbi Levi Shusterman, Magid Shiur at Darchai Menachem Mesivta, on masechta Sotah.
‘Chayolei Beis Dovid’ Yeshiva Hires New Educational Director
Yeshiva ‘Chayolei Beis Dovid’ in the picturesque Pocono Mountains, which empowers Chassidishe bochurim in a fully immersive vocational Yeshiva experience, has hired Rabbi Menachem Mendel Namdar, who will work alongside veteran educator Rabbi Levi Reices.
The Rebbe’s English Letters on Moodiness and Loneliness
This week’s selection of letters covers the increased Torah study after 15 Av, feeling lonely in a new neighborhood, and coping with moodiness and loneliness. Two new letters discuss influencing friends and the advisability to be employed.
How Will the Other Children Feel?
When a couple came to the Rebbe for a bracha for one of their children who got engaged, the Rebbe asked why they didn’t mention the other children, highlighting how they might feel neglected.
Our Communities
Mid-Atlantic Shluchim Convene For Annual Kinus
Nearly 100 shluchim gathered at Chabad of Princeton University for the annual Mid-Atlantic Kinus Hashluchim hosted in the newly renovated Scharf Family Chabad House at Princeton University.
Oholei Torah Appoints New Leadership for Upcoming Year
Oholei Torah has appointed Rabbi Yehoshua Lustig, who has served as menahel of 6th and 7th grades for the past 14 years, as the menahel klali who will oversee the running of the entire school.
From Kazakhstan to New York, and Back
A beautiful new magazine was published in honor of Chof Av, telling stories of Jewish heroism; Harav Levi Yitzchok‘s exile in Kazakhstan, Rebbetzin Chana‘s escape to America, and the Rebbe’s shluchim return to the country.
Live: Nine Days Siyum Broadcast
Live at 7:00 PM: Following the Rebbe’s instruction to hold siyumim daily, a live siyum will be broadcast by Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Geisinsky, Magid Shiur at Yeshivas Achei Tmimim and Hadar Hatorah, on masechta Sukkah.
Kingston Celebrates Siyum in Gemara Program
Participants of the Toras Chaim Gemara Program in Kingston, PA, who recently finished mesechta Megilah gathered to celebrate the siyum and to begin the new mesechta – Moed Katan.
The Summer That Changed Everything
Mr. Kory Bardash of Efrat, founder of ATARA for girls out of foster care and co-chair of the Republican Party in Israel, speaks of the life-changing impact of a yechidus with the Rebbe had on him and his family.
A Young Boy’s Memories of Reb Hillel Paritcher
In honor of the 160th yahrtzeit of the legendary chossid of all time, R. Hillel Paritcher, we present a rare personal account of his remarkable personality and activities preserved in an old Yiddish newspaper.
After Miraculous Recovery, Bochur Visits First Responder
After being critically injured in a car accident six weeks ago, Mendy Aharon made a miraculous recovery and was released from the hospital. His first trip was to thank the Chabad medic who saved his life.
Ohr Menachem Celebrates Staff with Heartfelt Appreciation Event
Last week, Cheder Ohr Menachem hosted an evening of recognition and gratitude celebrating 25 dedicated educators, emphasizing the achievements of the new “תורתו אומנתו” initiative.
‘Hallelu’ Thanks Hashem for His Continuous Kindness
An upbeat song by Lubavitcher composer Elyasaf Chefetz highlights the kindness of Hashem at all times and reflects hope in the imminent geulah.
CGI Florida Takes Group Photos After Great Session
After a successful session at Dovi’s Camp Gan Yisroel in Fruitland Park, Central Florida, campers and counselors of all divisions posed for bunk photos, as well as one big photo together.
War Day 313: Cyber Attack on Iranian Finance System, 5 Terrorists Killed
War Summary, Day 313: A major cyber attack hit the Central Bank of Iran and several other banks, leading to widespread disruptions in the country’s banking system, major counter-terrorism operation in Tubas leader to 5 dead terrorists, and the NYT received leaked negotiation documents.
Live: Bonei Olam Chabad Kumzitz
Live: Join Bonei Olam Chabad in making the dreams of so many come true. Watch live tonight, Kumzitz and fundraiser.
They Lost Their Way – Purposely
After losing their way, a group of bochurim on Merkos Shlichus in Southern France asked for directions. Incredibly, the person they asked was Jewish, leading to a whole series of mitzvos.
New Agricultural Cheder for Pre-Bar Mitzvah Boys Opens in Rural Pennsylvania
A groundbreaking cheder class for pre-bar mitzvah boys, true to Chabad history and tradition, is opening in rural Pennsylvania. Cheder Menachem of Mount Pleasant is to become North America’s first-ever Cheder farm school program
Live: Nine Days Siyum Broadcast
Live at 7:00 PM: Following the Rebbe’s instruction to hold siyumim daily, a live siyum will be broadcast by Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Geisinsky, Magid Shiur at Yeshivas Achei Tmimim and Hadar Hatorah, on masechta Makkos.
New Shluchim to Hatfield, England
Rabbi Meni and Shaina Sofer (née Garfunkel) and their daughter Chaya have recently been appointed as shluchim to Hatfield, England.
New Music Video Highlights 770’s Across the Holy Land
A performance by singers Barak Grossberg and Simche Friedman covers 13 replicas of 770 across Eretz Yisroel, including Kfar Chabad, Yerushalayim, Sderot, Migdal Haemek, Afula, and more.
Today, You Can Help Dreams Come True
As hundreds gather today to support Bonei Olam Chabad, the question is: Will you help bring miracles into our world?