Marking 70 years since the launch of Mivtza Matzah, Vaad Or Vechom Hahiskashrus presents an overview of the history of the Rebbe’s campaign to distribute shmura matza to Yidden everywhere.
Bochurim Around the World Master the Rebbe’s Haggadah
From South Africa to Scottsdale, from Brazil to Chicago, Bochurim have taken time to diligently study and decipher every line of the Rebbe’s Haggadah, as part of a special Mivzta by Vaad Talmidei Hatmimim.
“I’ve Never Heard a Rabbi Like This”
Rabbi Sholom Ber Lipskar, director of The Aleph Institute, shares what happened when a group of prisoners came to the Rebbe’s Shabbos fabrengen and the Rebbe’s sensitivity that astounded them all.
Live: Federal Appeals Court Holds Hearing on Seforim in Russia
Live now: In a significant legal development, the Federal Appeals Court in Washington is holding a hearing on the return of Chabad seforim currently held in Russia.
Historic Celebration Welcoming New Torah at Chabad ASU
Chabad at Arizona State University led by Rabbi Shmuel and Chana Tiechtel, recently experienced a milestone event – welcoming the first Torah written for them. The celebration of Jewish pride had never been seen before in Tempe, Arizona.
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As Lubavitcher Chassidim, We Know That a Physical War Isn’t Enough
50 years ago, a war broke out in Israel on Yom Kippur, and the Mitzvah Tank was born. The Rebbe named them, “Tanks against assimilation,” and they were dispatched to be a force of light for the streets of New York. Help us win the war!
Rebbeim’s Nigunim Companion Out in Time for Moshiach Seudah
Due to popular demand from Shluchim and Communities worldwide, a Seder Nigunim Companion incorporating song texts, translations, transliterations, and more is now available from the Moshiach Office at Merkos 302.
War Day 187: Biden Calls for Unconditional Cease-Fire, Iran Attack Imminent
War Summary, Day One Hundred and Eighty Seven: President Biden criticized Israel for the way the war is being conducted and demanded an unconditional cease-fire for six weeks, Iran continues to threaten Israel with a response to the assassination of IRGC generals in Syria, and a Lebanese money changer named Mohammad Sarour was found shot in his home by Mossad agents.
Magnificent Siyum Harambam at Yerushalayim’s Great Synagogue
A large crowd with respected rabbonim filled the Great Synagogue in Yerushalayim for a magnificent event marking the 43rd Siyum Harambam and 40 years since the establishment of the Rebbe’s takana.
Live: Pesach Preparations with Rabbi Berel Bell
Live at 8:30-9:30 ET: Pesach Preparations with Montreal Rov Rabbi Berel Bell – Your FAQ’s Answered! Kashering, products, halacha, hiddurim, & more!
A Conversation with the Rebbe Rashab on a Park Bench
Journalist Dr. Chaim Shoskes records an encounter he had with the Rebbe Rashab in the resort town of Sloviansk and the fascinating conversation they had after the Czar was killed.
L’Chaim: Carlebach – Vilenkin
The L’Chaim of Levi Carlebach of Ocean, NJ, and Ruthie Vilenkin of Toronto, Canada, was celebrated at the Lubavitch Yeshiva hall.
Empire Shtiebel Prepares to Expand Shul and Mikvah
After buying the building next door, Empire Shtiebel, one of the oldest shul’s in Crown Heights, began the demolition process to expand the growing Shul and Mikvah premises.
Mrs. Fruma Junik, AH
Mrs. Fruma Junik, daughter of the mashpia R’ Avraham Boruch Pevzner and wife of the mashbak R’ Berel Junik, and the matriarch of a large Lubavitch family, passed away.
Nyack, Montreal Bochurim Produce Nigunim for Rebbe’s Birthday
Ahead of the Rebbe’s birthday, bochurim at the yeshivos of Nyack and Montreal composed and produced nigunim on the Rebbe’s new kapitel of 123.
Rabbonim from Across the Spectrum Praise Rebbe’s Rambam
In a mission of unity, Rabbi Chay Amar, shliach to Golden Beach, Florida, met with ten leading Litvish and Sephardic rabbonim across Eretz Yisroel, presenting with them the set of the Rebbe’s commentaries on Rambam.
Soldier’s Son Produces Film on How We’ll Win the Gaza War
Must watch: Ahead of his Bar Mitzva, young Michael Elimelech Morgenstern, son of R’ Ezzy Morgenstern who is fighting in an elite unit in Gaza, shares his own experience and his plan to win the war.
In Three Days, Lubavitcher Photographer Captures Tel Aviv
Lubavitcher photographer Mordechai Lubecki recently embarked on a three-day tour through the bustling streets and tranquil shores of Tel Aviv, masterfully covering the Jewish sights.
Vitamins and Medication on Pesach
In a fascinating overview, Rabbi Yitzchak Hanoka, Senior Rabbinic Coordinator at OK Kosher and educator at “Kashrus: Be in the Know,” covers the basics of vitamins and medication on Pesach.
Beis Nissan: Yahrzeit of the Rebbe Rashab
Today, Beis Nissan, marks 104 years since the passing of the Rebbe Rashab in the year 5680/1920. Read a short biography of his life, leadership, and times.
War Day 186: Defense Ministry Hacked, Israel and Turkey Boycott
War Summary, Day One Hundred and Eighty Six: Israel Hayom reported that hackers managed to break into the Israel Defense Ministry’s systems and there is some concern that sensitive materials may have been leaked, Turkey and Israel boycott each other over war tensions, and Iraq claims credit for attempted drone attack.
Milei to be Honored at Grand Inauguration of Miami Center
The Shul in Bal Harbor will be having an inauguration event for the new expansion of the Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson Center and will honor Argentinian President Javier Milei with the “International Ambassador of the Light” award at the event.
Shomrim Appreciation Dinner Honors Volunteers, Families, Supporters
Crown Heights Shomrim hosted a heartwarming appreciation dinner to celebrate the dedication of Shomrim volunteers and their spouses. The event was graced by supporters, NYPD officers, and community activists.
Giving a Child Snacks to Carry on Shabbos?
Anash.org feature: Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas including drinking from metal cans, crock pot liners, see-through mechitzos, and giving a child food to carry for himself on Shabbos.
Boca Raton Rabbi Amazed at Boys’ Torah Achievements
Talmidim at the Lubavitch Hebrew Academy in Margate Florida came to be tested by Boca Raton Rabbi Efrem Goldberg who was astounded by their mastery of Gemara by heart.
Badatz Releases Day-To-Day Halacha Guide For Pesach
Download Here: A Day-to-Day Halachic Guide for Pesach 5784, containing detailed instructions on the laws and customs for the month of Nissan and Pesach, by Harav Yosef Braun of the Crown Heights Beis Din.