A grand Siyum HaRambam was held in Montreal led by prominent local rabbonim and shluchim. Guest speaker Rabbi Heshel Greenberg inspired the crowd, and a local businessman spoke about the tremendous brachos he saw from learning Rambam daily.
Daily Gemara Program Starting a New Masechta
A daily Gemara study program is the perfect opportunity for structured learning, with incentives and a clear goal in sight. Join now for the new Masechta. Plus new Montreal location.
Israel’s Chief Rabbi Amazed by Chabad in Russia
For three days, Israel’s Ashkenazic Chief Rabbi Kalman Meir Bar toured the Chabad mosdos in Moscow, including the Marina Roshcha Center, Cheder Menachem, Bnos Menachem, and the Mesivta. The chief rabbi met with various rabbonim and activists, and was the guest of honor at the Siyum Horambam.
War Day 514: Renewed Fighting Likely by Purim, Druze in Syria Raise Israeli Flag
War Summary, Day 514: Israel threatens to cut supplies in Gaza if hostages aren’t returned, deadline for new deal or war may be Purim, terrorists eliminated after approaching IDF positions in Gaza, unusual terror attack in Haifa, more IDF action in Syria, Druze in Syria raise Israeli flag, IDF reveals that the brush on the Lebanese side of the border has been cleared, and representatives of Bibas family file lawsuit against Al Jazeera.
4,000 Jewish Teens Empowered to Bring Jewish Pride Back Home
After three days together, 4,000 Jewish teens from 60 countries gathered one last time to close the CTeen International Shabbaton. Their message was clear: Unapologetic Judaism isn’t a one-time response or reaction. It’s a lifestyle. Now, they are heading home ready to live it.
Watch: Life in Gan Yisroel New York in 1963
A silent video from 1963, filmed by R’ Eli Teitelbaum and published now from his archives, shows life in Camp Gan Yisroel Swan Lake 62 years ago, including many faces from the past. Can you recognize them?
Diverse Speakers Animate London Siyum Horambam
Over 100 people gathered last motzei shabbos at the Heichal Menachem Anash shul in Golders Green to celebrate the 44th siyum in the daily study of Rambam, featuring insightful talks by Rabbi Mendel Gordon, Rabbi Chaim Rappaport, Rabbi Yosef Weinberg, and historian Rabbi Aubery Hersh.
R’ Shimon Ziman, 62, AH
Shimon Ziman, a devoted father and husband formerly from England and more recently from Tzfas, Israel, passed away suddenly on 22 Shevat, 5785.
London Yeshiva Travels to Hungary for Invigorating Mid-Year Trip
Bochurim of Yeshiva Gedola of London took a meaningful and invigorating mid-year trip to Hungary, spending three days near the scenic Balaton Lake immersed in learning, relaxation and inspiration, with yeshiva maggid shiur, Rabbi Leibish Heller.
150th Derher Magazine Added to 2000-Article Archive
Did you know you can easily search 14 years worth of Derher articles in the Derher archive? People use the archive to find inspiration, lesson prep, personal research, content for yoma d’pagra, farbrengen material.
South African Rabbi Inspires at Manchester Siyum
Anash in Manchester gathered for a powerful Siyum Harambam featuring local rabbonim, Rabbi Levi Cohen, Rabbi Leizer Eidelman, Rabbi Daniel Walker, and Rabbi Sender Liberow. Guest speaker Rabbi Mendel Liberow of Johannesburg, South Africa, inspired the crowd.
Bigdei Kehunah: A Means or an End?
Anash.org Feature: This week’s Iyun Podcast by Rabbi Binyomin Bitton, director of the Tzfunot Institute, discusses the Rebbe, the Rogatchover and R’ Yosef Engel on the definition and purpose of the Bigdei Kehunah, and its ramifications in the situation of a Kohen missing a beged while in the Heichal.
Cincinnati Fathers and Sons Conclude Inspirational Shabbos
This past Shabbos, Parshas Teruma 5785, over 50 fathers from all across the US and Canada arrived at Yeshivas Lubavitch Cincinnati for an inspirational “Shabbas Avos U’banim.”
Thousands Pack Bedford Armory to Celebrate with the Rambam
Over 6,000 anoshim, noshim, v’taf packed into the Bedford Union Armory near Crown Heights to celebrate the 44th International Siyum Horambam with a lineup of prominent speakers, uplifting music, and lively dancing.
Shluchim Office Hosted Annual Shluchos Farbrengen
On Thursday evening of the Kinus, Shluchos joined the annual Shluchos Farbregen hosted by the Shluchim Office for an evening of unity, inspiration and connection.
Live from Crown Heights: 44th International Siyum Horambam
Watch live at 7:00 PM: Thousands will gather at the Bedford Union Armory for a historic Siyum Horambam with prominent rabbonim, speakers and musicians, celebrating the completion of the Rambam for the 44th time.
7,000 Jewish Teens Pack Times Square with Jewish Pride
7,000 Jewish teens from 60 countries filled Times Square on Motzaei Shabbos night, singing, dancing, and declaring their Jewish pride in the most public square on earth. After a year of challenges, they didn’t gather to explain who they are. They came to live it—out loud and together.
Rabbonim, Mashpiim Heap Praise on New Rambam Set
In honor of the Siyum Harambam, Rabbi Yossi Lipskier published “Otzar Hamelech,” a 2-volume set compiling the Rebbe’s commentary on all of Mishneh Torah. Many Rabbonim, Roshei Yeshiva and Mashpiim have expressed their excitement for the incredible work.
Mrs. Devorah Azoulay, 61, AH
Mrs. Devorah Azoulay, a shlucha in Levallois-Perret in north-central France, who along with her husband transformed the face of Yiddishkeit in the town, passed away suddenly on Friday, 30 Shvat.
Picture of the Day
Activists and operations staff are energetically setting up the Bedford Union Armory in preparation for the historic International Siyum Harambam, taking place tonight at 7:00 PM. Buses will provide free transportation from locations throughout Crown Heights.
Preschool Directors Treated to Chabad Early Childhood Brunch
Over the Kinus weekend, Chabad Early Childhood hosted preschool directors on Shlichus for a beautiful brunch with dynamic sessions. The annual event is a highlight for these Shluchos to discuss relevant issues and gain practical guidance and inspiration.