At Annual Kinus, NY Shluchim Pay Tribute to Colleagues Who Passed
New York shluchim gathered for the annual Kinus on Beis Iyar, when Tzach was founded by the Rebbe in 5715, paying tribute to Rabbi Moshe Pesach Goldman and Rabbi Chaim Brikman, who passed away during the past year.
Is ‘Emotion Code’ a Jewish Way to Heal?
People are recommending Emotion Code as a way to deal with anxiety, pain, and emotional struggle. But before we start borrowing a new language of healing, we need to ask a more basic question: What exactly is this system, and what kind of view of the person does it carry inside it?
The Rebbe Knew the F-16 Better Than the Experts
Avremi’s Fruits Blossom to This Day
After the tragic murder of Avrohom Eliezer Goldman, a camp fund was established with the Rebbe’s bracha. For 49 years, the Avrohom Eliezer Camp Fund has enabled thousands of children to spend their summers at camp.
New York’s Largest State-Chartered Bank Is Now Kosher Certified
Gourmet Breakfast Marks 37th Yahrtzeit of R’ Yisroel Duchman
In honor of the 37th yahrzeit of the legendary baal chessed R’ Yisroel Duchman, his sons, Rabbis Sholom, Mendel, Boruch, and Yossie Duchman, hosted a full breakfast spread at 770 for bochurim and anash.
Hundreds Put on Tefillin at Fifth Avenue Parade
MAZAL TOV
Texas Schools Can Display Ten Commandments, Court Rules
A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that Texas public schools must display the Ten Commandments in every classroom, following Louisiana — the first state to pass such a law two years ago. “You’ve got to start from the original lawgiver, which was Moses who got the commandments from G-d,” Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry said.
Can Halacha Keep Up? New Sefer Says It Already Has
The Shulchan Aruch does not directly address many of today’s questions, yet with the proper application of halachic principles, every dilemma can be navigated. A new sefer by Rabbi Berel Polityko does just that.
150 Rabbis Converged on Berlin for Annual Kashrus Conference
Over 150 rabbis from across Europe descended on Berlin for the annual European Kashrus Conference for three days of Torah and dialogue, including an event hosted by the German Parliament, a powerful address from Chancellor Merz, and a moving Ani Ma’amin at the Brandenburg Gate.
‘Don’t Wait Until 81 to Know Hashem Loves You’
In a podcast interview, California shliach Rabbi Mendy Bistritzky sits down with a member of his community on his 81st birthday to hear a personal story of hardship, resilience, and a remarkable return to a frum life.
Chinuch Begins with How Children See Themselves
What happens when a child’s sense of self is shaky? How can mechanchim and mechanchos respond in a way that is authentic, lasting, and rooted in the Rebbe’s approach to chinuch?
Winners Announced in Moshiach Seudah Family Initiative
This Pesach, over 4,000 families participated in a tailor-made Moshiach Seudah experience through the Moshiach Seudah Family Home Program — a thoughtfully designed booklet created for Lubavitcher families.
Moshiach Chidon Kicks Off for Bochurim Across the Globe
From Yeshivos across the world, bochurim are uniting in learning about Moshiach through the Chidon Geulah U’Moshiach program, now in its sixth year. The program culminates in a grand game show, where top finalists compete on stage.
Shazar’s Impossible Dilemma on ‘The State of Israel’
In the summer of 1969, Zalman Shazar – President of the State of Israel and a follower of the Rebbe – found himself caught in a major moral dilemma, even deliberating whether to use his presidential stationery, after a letter from the Rebbe against using the term “State of Israel” made its way to him.
Featured
When Fake News About the Rebbe Maharash Sparked a Public Rebuttal
2 Iyar marks 192 years from the birth of the Rebbe Maharash. From the Margins of Chabad History relates an episode of fake news from the contemporary maskilic press that gives us a glimpse of the respect in which he was held, details about his travels, and the loyalty of his devoted chasidim.
Crown Heightsers Feel Betrayed After Cunningham Sponsors Homeless Shelter
Just two months after Brian Cunningham won the Assembly 43rd district and started representing our community, he 'thanked' the residents of Crown Heights and East Flatbush with a 1,100-room Mega Homeless Shelter.
Bris in the Morning or with a Crowd?
Ask the Rov: What time of day should a bris be held? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
Repairman Found a Treasure in the Wall
Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas, including who owns a lost object found on private property, non-mevushal wine for guests, and designating eruv tavshilin the night before.
Don’t Take It Back: Repentance and Limits of Restitution
Why We Should Celebrate the Geula Before it Arrives
Shlissel Challah: Origin and Meaning?
Ask the Rov: What is the origin and meaning of “shlissel challah”? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
Watch: Hidden Depths of the Shiras Hayam
Revisiting Rabbi Lipskar’s Impact on his First Yahrtzeit
Marking the first yahrtzeit of legendary Bal Harbor shliach Rabbi Sholom Ber Lipskar a"h, we share stories of his profound impact, from the 'forty-year handshake' with a Holocaust survivor, to a “clean slate” for a woman in crisis, to breaking the stigma for inmates.
Inside the Rebbe’s Library: Working Line by Line with the Rebbe
Rabbi Berel Levine, director of the Agudas Chassidei Chabad Library at 770 and author of countless works in halacha and history, opens up about a life spent working directly under the Rebbe, with over 700 written answers he received from the Rebbe directing his every step.