When Yaakov Hanoka, one of the first Lubavitch Balei Teshuva in the US, was going to spend a Shabbos with friends at Penn University, he told the Rebbe that he didn’t feel worthy to serve as an example. The Rebbe’s answer didn’t leave him with much choice.
‘Bo Bayom’ Siyum Horambam Held in 770
Following the Rebbe’s instruction to hold a siyum on the day of concluding the Rambam, a Siyum Horambam was held in 770 addressed by Rabbi Yosef Braun. Another siyum was held by participants in the daily shiur in Kolel Tiferes Zkeinim Levi Yitzchok.
Young Shluchos Enjoy Exhilarating Grand Trip
After an incredible Friday and Shabbos full of fun and inspiration, Young Shluchos at the Kinus Tzeirei Hashluchos were excited for their grand trip where they had the best time enjoying skating, arcades, rock climbing and more.
Chabad Girls High School of Baltimore Welcomes New Principal
Chabad Girls High School (CGHS) of Baltimore is thrilled to announce the hiring of Mrs. Miri Levin to head its faculty. Mrs. Levin brings over 13 years of experience, and is deeply passionate about empowering, educating, and inspiring today’s generation through warmth and connection.
New AI Tool Will Help You Watch Rebbe Videos
A new groundbreaking AI-powered tool will transform how users access and explore JEM’s vast archive of Rebbe videos. Unlike a traditional search engine, this intelligent guide will provide curated results that include concise AI-generated summaries alongside direct links to the Rebbe’s original words.
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The Heart Behind The Insider Auction
Perhaps once or twice in a lifetime, an opportunity arises that is simply too extraordinary to miss. The Insider Auction is more than an event—it’s a gateway to something greater, an experience that blends opulence, impact, and purpose.
CTeen Summit to Headline Young Leaders Who Stood Up
Teen empowerment has always been at the heart of CTeen’s mission. As the largest network of Jewish teens worldwide, CTeen is inspired by the Rebbe’s teaching that young people possess untapped energy, resilience, and a strong willingness to face challenges head-on.
Young Shluchos Find Meaning in Writing to the Rebbe
Young Shluchos joining the Kinus Tzeirei Hashluchos of the Shluchim Office gathered together for an inspirational visit to the Rebbe’s Ohel. A beautiful video presentation was shown showcasing Young Shluchos all around the world taking on Hachlotos as a gift to the Rebbe
The Doctor Discovered She Had a “Very Healthy Kind of Illness”
After wondrously recovering from an ailment, Yisrael Granot, head of security at the Israeli Consulate in New York, wished to see the Rebbe. Though they didn’t ask, the Rebbe bentched him and his wife with a “larger family,” which miraculously materialized soon after.
How to Get to the Siyum HaRambam
With excitement building for Sunday’s Siyum HaRambam at the Bedford Union Armory, many are wondering how they’ll get there. To ensure that everyone can participate, organizers have arranged free transportation for the entire Crown Heights, East Flatbush, and Remsen Village communities.
Staff Head Out to 110 Locations to Lead ‘Shabbos Tzuzamen’
The Shabbos that young shluchim have been waiting for is finally here. This week for boys, and next week for girls, simultaneous Shabbatons will be held around the globe, hosted by local Shluchim, with resources provided by MyShliach at Merkos 302.
War Day 509: Bibas Family Brought to Burial, Hundreds of Murderers Released
War Summary, Day 509: Shiri, Ariel, and Kfir brought to burial, four hostages bodies returned, Hamas interested in extending phase one, hundreds of murderous terrorists released including bomb engineers, murderers released to Jerusalem, another failed rocket launch from Gaza, and targeted elimination in Lebanon.
Melbourne Kickstarts Siyum Harambam and Adar Dancing
Right after Mairiv in Melbourne, Australia, bochrim of Yeshiva Gedolah celebrated the first Siyum Harambam followed by joyous dancing for Chodesh Adar, paving the way for the rest of the world.
Surprising Discovery Made in Lubavitch at Remarkable Time
For years, the missing fences from the Rebbeim’s kevarim, which had been erected with mesiras nefesh by R’ Abba Dovid Gurevitch, were a mystery. Suddenly, soon after R’ Abba Dovid’s passing, the fences showed up – under the foundations of the Ohel.
Brothers Bring Special Seforim to the Rebbe’s Library
The Central Chabad Library received a donation of over 50 unique seforim on Tuesday thanks to a private initiative of two brothers. Loaded in suitcases and shopping bags, the seforim had been collected by brothers R’ Menachem Mendel and R’ Eliyahu Ezagui.
Israel’s Chief Rabbi to Headline Russia’s Siyum Horambam
Rabbi Kalman Meir Bar, Chief Rabbi of Israel, will be the guest speaker at the central siyum horambam in Moscow, Russia. Rabbi Bar will also meet with local dayanim and rabbanim on issues of Yiddishkeit and kashrus, and with important figures and dignitaries on community matters.
CTeen Shabbaton Coming To Crown Heights This Week
As Crown Heights prepares to welcome thousands of teens for the 17th annual CTeen Shabbaton this week, the legendary community is once again playing a vital role in the Rebbe’s Shlichus. With large crowds expected, locals may want to plan ahead for peak congestion times.
Reuven Lipkind, 70, AH
Reuven Lipkind, a longtime resident of Crown Heights, who served for years as gabbai of Frankel Shul and founded Avos Ubanim of Crown Heights, and was involved in many other community programs, passed away on Wednesday, 28 Shvat.
Fire Victim Begins Breathing on His Own, Long Road to Recovery
Crown Heights fire victim, bochur Chaim Shmuel Amar, has BH been taken off a breathing machine and can now breathe on his own. However, he faces a long road to recovery.
Young Shluchos Kinus Concludes with Uplifting Finale
Over 2,000 Young Shluchos joining both the in-person and virtual track of the Kinus Tzeirei Hashluchos of the Shluchim Office joined together for their Grand Finale event, celebrating three amazing days of Chassidishkiet, fun, and connection.
Lost in the Living Room: Hashavas Aveidah in a Private Home
In this week’s Choshen Mishpat Renaissance podcast, Rabbi Berel Polityko discusses the laws of lost objects in a private home.
20,000 Booklets on Rambam Will Encourage New Learners
As the annual cycle of daily Rambam study approaches its conclusion this Friday, Or Hachassidus has released a special booklet to emphasize the significance of this learning initiative. The booklet will be distributed in a printed edition of nearly 20,000 copies, with thousands more accessing it digitally.