While spending an uplifting Tishrei 5736 with the Rebbe, Reb Naftoli Kraus, an Israeli journalist, wrote up his experiences in the famous Maariv newspaper. But his writing that chassidim drink “vodka” displeased the Rebbe.
Midnight Hoshana Raba Tehillim at the ‘Zibetzen’ Shul
On the night of Hoshana Raba, the “Zibetzen” Shul in Paris, where the Rebbe davened during his time in France, was filled with Anash and bochurim for Tehillim. Photographer Mordechai Lubecki captured the happenings there.
Crown Heights Prepares for Extended Stay of Israeli Orchim
With many airline cancellations to Eretz Yisroel and few flight alternatives until after Shabbos Lech Lecha, Crown Heights may see a surge in the number of guests counting on local accommodations and resources.
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War Day 382: IDF Publicizes $500M Bunker, Ground Troops Prevailing
War Summary, Day 382: Israel increased aid to Northern Gaza against Shin Bet recommendation, overnight airstrikes in Beirut, all areas ground troops entered have been defeated, IDF Spokesman gives directions to Nasrallah’s bunker with $500M but journalist finds it guarded, and Nasrallah’s successor confirmed dead.
Eshel Hosts Thousands of Guests in Giant Sukkah
As every year, Eshel Hachnosas Orchim erected a massive sukkah in the parking lot of Oholei Torah, serving full seudos and meals for the thousands of guests who have come to spend the Tishrei with the Rebbe.
Colel Chabad Director Leads Farbrengen for Orchim
Rabbi Shalom Duchman, director of Colel Chabad, the tzedaka fund instituted by the Alter Rebbe for residents of Eretz Yisrael, led a farbrengen for visiting orchim in the Sukkah of Vaad Hatmimim.
Lebanese Tanyas Feature Prominently on Netanyahu’s Desk
After being gifted a historic collection of Tanyas printed in Lebanon during the first Lebanon war, visitors to the Prime Minister’s office have seen the set prominently showcased on his desk for all to see.
The Rabbi and the Rich Man
During the year he spent learning in 770, Rabbi Amram Malka served as an assistant in the Rebbe’s home. He fondly recalls fascinating anecdotes of his interactions with the Rebbe and the Rebbetzin.
‘Project for Enduring Peace’ Explains Rebbe’s View to the World
Jewish Educational Media has announced the launch of The Project for Enduring Peace, a series of high-quality explainer videos presenting Torah’s straightforward, compassionate roadmap to security in Eretz Yisrael.
Mechanchim Gather in Montreal for Inspiring Farbrengen
Close to 50 Mechanchim gathered in Montreal for a Farbrengen aimed at strengthening their role as mechanchim, with a particular emphasis on nurturing and guiding their Talmidim in and outside the classroom.
Globetrotting Chabad Photographer Visits Madagascar
In a recent trip to Madagascar, a large island off the coast of Africa, globetrotting Chabad photographer Meir Alfasi visited imprisoned Jews and a local community and photographed the island’s unique culture and wildlife.
Kinus Torah Shiur: Levyasan Skin for Schach?
Over Chol Hamoed Sukkos, Kollel L’Rabbonei Chabad will be presenting daily Kinus Torah shiurim for the wider Anash community on Anash.org. Tuesday’s shiur, presented by Rabbi Yehuda Shurpin, will discuss the kashrus of the Sukkah made from the Levyasan.
New Shluchim to Williamson County, Tennessee
With a fledgling Jewish population, Williamson County, located in the suburbs of Nashville, Tennessee, has officially welcomed its own Chabad shluchim. Rabbi Mendel and Chana Baron have begun their work in the community, offering Jewish services, programs, and community events.
War Day 381: Hezbollah Bribed UNIFIL, Israel Readies Iran Strike
War Summary, Day 381: Preparations for Iran attack are complete with US THAAD defense systems, Hezbollah stores $.5B under Beirut hospital, 24 Hezbollah financial institutions worth tens of millions destroyed, 7 Azerbaijan immigrants commit worst security breach in Israel’s history, captured terrorist admits to bribing and controlling UNIFIL forces, and Iran war may last a few months.
Hartford Shliach Fabrengs for Simchas Beis Hashoeiva
Shliach to Hartford, Connecticut, Rabbi Yoske Gopin, led a Simchas Beis Hashoeivah farbrengen for bochurim in the sukkah of the Vaad Hatmimim on Eastern Parkway, just across from 770.
‘Law of Return’ Israeli Citizens Caught Spying for Iran
Just as the Rebbe predicted: The Shin Bet uncovered a network of 7 non-Jewish Israeli spies, who became citizens through the ‘Law of Return,’ and shared sensitive information with Iran. Over 50 years ago, the Rebbe warned of these aliens becoming a ‘fifth column’ in Eretz Yisroel.
600 Celebrate Simchas Bais Hashoeva in San Francisco
San Francisco’s Jewish community gathered in unprecedented numbers on Sunday Chol Hamoed for a grand Simchas Bais Hashoeva, hosted by 14 local Chabad Houses and Shuls. With over 600 attendees, the celebration of Sukkos filled the streets with music, joy, and unity.
Toiveling a Gift of Dishes?
Anash.org feature: Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas including toiveling a gift, minyan in two rooms, opening a wet sukkah cover over the lawn, and renting out a parking space which will be used on Shabbos.
Kosel AR Offers Aliya L’Regel Reality Experience
A new and innovative AR application allows visitors to the kosel to experience the leviim singing in the azarah, the olei regalim ascending to Yerushalayim, and even navigate through significant periods and landmarks in the history of the site from the bayis sheini period.
Amidst Ukraine’s War, Jews In Kharkiv Celebrate Sukkos
Undeterred by the ongoing war in Ukraine, Rabbi Moishe Moskovitz united together hundreds of Jews in Kharkiv at a concert to shake lulav and etrog and to pray for worldwide peace.
New Chassidus Mevueres Volume Covers Foundational Maamorim
Just before Sukkos, the latest volume of the acclaimed “Chassidus Mevueres” series hit the store shelves. The volume contains foundational maamorim of the Alter Rebbe chosen by mashpiim for their accessibility and fundamental concepts.
Kinus Torah Shiur: Going Under the Hood of the Sukkah Walls
Over Chol Hamoed Sukkos, Kollel L’Rabbonei Chabad will be presenting daily Kinus Torah shiurim for the wider Anash community on Anash.org. Monday’s shiur, presented by HaRav Chaim Hillel Raskin, will discuss hilchos chol hamoed.
London Mashpia Leads Inspiring Fabrengen in the Vaad Sukkah
Rabbi Mendel Gordon, mashpia at the Yeshiva Gedola in London, led an uplifting fabrengen for bochurim in the sukkah of Vaad Talmidei Hatmimim in the courtyard of the Kehos showroom.
Today: Grand Sukkos Rally for Children in 770
A grand Sukkos Hakhel rally for children will be held today, Monday, at 2 pm, in the main shul of 770, with 12 pesukim, music and a fire juggler.