The Partisan Who Never Stopped Fighting
From the forests of Nazi-occupied Europe to the establishment of Chabad institutions in Eretz Yisroel, Reb Zusha Wilmowsky devoted his life to rescuing, building, and inspiring. Forty years after his passing, his remarkable story remains an example of courage, determination, unwavering hiskashrus, and extraordinary simcha.
The Last Dance in Leningrad, The First in America
As we approach Simchas Torah, From the Margins of Chabad History presents a series of first-hand accounts of Simchas Torah with the Frierdiker Rebbe. Spanning decades and countries, they take us from the bittersweet farewell to Russia in Leningrad, 5688, to the historic visit to America, 5690, the remarkable celebrations in cosmopolitan Riga, 5693, and finally the iconic scenes at 770 Eastern Parkway.
Last Chance: Lemaan Yilmedu’s Semicha for Bochurim Starts Sunday
‘TanyaMap’ Project Tracks Tanya Printings Around the Globe
Photos: Jewish Life and History in Aix-les-Bains
Live: Kinus Torah Dedicated to Rabbi Rubin
New 48-Part Course Explores the Rebbe’s Methodology in Rashi
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Thursday: Shloshim Event for Rabbi Avrohom Lipskier
Family, students, and admirers will gather Thursday evening for a shloshim memorial for Rabbi Avrohom Lipskier a”h, with an evening of tribute and inspiration from his life and lasting impact.
In Kharkov, Sukkos Brought the Community Together
For the Kharkov Jewish Community, Sukkos was a celebration of Jewish life, unity, and the strength that comes from being together. Even in difficult times, the community continues to grow, celebrate, and bring Jewish joy to Kharkov.
International Shochet Publishes Torah Chiddushim in New Sefer
Rabbi Eliyahu Shlomo Ezagui, an international shochet known for traveling to far-flung and remote locations around the world for shechita, has published a new sefer, which he shared with leading rabbonim.
Rabbi Yisroel Rubin, 78, AH
Rabbi Yisroel Eliezer Rubin, longtime shliach to Albany and head shliach of the Capital Region and Northeast New York State, passed away on the night of Shemini Atzeres, shortly after participating in hakafos at his shul.
Did They Really All Miss The Point?
“Every article misses many points; on a topic like pnimiyus HaTorah, אילו פינו מלא שירה כים would still not suffice. But to say all three missed the point is a strong charge. In this case, the very source he brings, קונטרס עניינה של תורת החסידות, shows otherwise.”
‘Halevai There Should Be Many Baalebatim like Him!’
When chassidishe businessman R. Dan Tumarkin spent two years defending the Rebbe Maharash’s chidush in a weighty correspondence with the Kopuster Rebbe, his grasp of Chassidus earned remarkable praise.
Hatzalah Issues Meningitis Warning in Crown Heights
Crown Heights Hatzalah warned the community after a young man was hospitalized with meningococcal meningitis, a potentially severe infection that can spread through close and prolonged contact.
‘Ribbono Shel Olam, Thank You!’
How would the Rebbe want us to dance this Simchas Torah? In light of the miraculous rescue in the skies that brought 174 Jews from certain death to life, a newly published sicha illuminates the way.
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The Last Dance in Leningrad, The First in America
As we approach Simchas Torah, From the Margins of Chabad History presents a series of first-hand accounts of Simchas Torah with the Frierdiker Rebbe. Spanning decades and countries, they take us from the bittersweet farewell to Russia in Leningrad, 5688, to the historic visit to America, 5690, the remarkable celebrations in cosmopolitan Riga, 5693, and finally the iconic scenes at 770 Eastern Parkway.
Cyprus Jewish Community Celebrates Answered Prayers
The Cyprus Jewish community marked an emotional full-circle moment with Mirav Leshem Gonen, mother of captivity survivor Romi Gonen, and Deputy Israeli Ambassador Kobi Waller.
How Many Shabbos Candles?
Ask the Rov: How many candles are required to light for Shabbos? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
Using the Weeping Willow for Aravos?
Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas, including is 9 haddasim allowed, securing schach with natural string, and Weeping Willow for Aravos.
Rabbi Bluming Gives Year’s First Moshiach Shiur
Borrowing Mitzvah Items Without Permission?
Ask the Rov: May I use someone’s tallis, tefillin, or siddur without asking? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
From Rennet to Whey: OK Kashrus Expert Talks Kosher Cheese
Kittel on Yom Kippur After a Second Marriage?
Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas, including Hatoras Nedorim at night, tzitzis without an undershirt, and kittel on Yom Kippur after a second marriage.
The Rebbe Put His Hand on Our Shoulders and Danced with Us
Arriving in 770 as a 12-year-old boy, young Yudel Krinsky was with some friends in the Zal when the Rebbe walked in and asked if they held a Torah. Hearing that they didn't, the Rebbe did hakafos all over, just for them.
R’ Berel Dubravsky, 96, AH
R’ Berel Dubravsky, a longtime resident of Crown Heights, who baked matzos for the Rebbe and served on the chevra kadisha, passed away on Chol Hamoed Sukkos.