In 5773, Rabbi Ephraim Piekarski started Tosfos in English to help anyone understand Tosfos. Now, Tosfos in English is launching a WhatsApp community.
Mega Celebration for 10th Sefer Torah Attracts Thousands
Many thousands participated in a Mega Siyum of the 10th Sefer Torah Haklali, which took place with a grand procession of celebrations passing through key citiesin the Gaza region.
Picture of the Day
At the conclusion of Shiva for longtime Morristown Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Zalman Wilschanski AH, a matzeiva was erected with the inscription that he passed away on the first day of the 44th Rambam cycle to which he was dedicated.
Postville Community Joyously Welcomes New Torah
The “Achdus Yisroel” Shul in Postville, Iowa, and the entire Postville community welcomed a new Torah, donated by R’ Gideon Gratsiani, in memory of his son, Levi Yitzchak AH.
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How the Rebbe’s Birthday Campaign Was Born
On Chof-Hei Adar 5748, the Rebbetzin’s 87th birthday, just after the conclusion of Shacharis, the Rebbe suddenly descended from the second floor of his home and began a sicha. This came as an absolute surprise to everyone present.
Mikvah.org Celebrates Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka
Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka was a deeply refined individual, with an elegance that exemplified her radiant inner beauty. In celebration of the Rebbetzin’s birthday, it’s appropriate to focus on enhancing the experience of the Jewish woman.
Excited Children Bake Hamentaschen with Their Mothers
At a special a ‘Mommy and Me’ program at Oholei Yosef Yitzchok Lubavitch of Crown Heights, youngest classes and their mothers enjoyed decorating hamentaschen together.
The Difference Between Mussar and Chassidus
Learning at Ner Yisroel in Baltimore, Avrohom Hilsenrad wondered what was the contribution of Chassidus over Mussar. The Rebbe explained it with a persuasive parable.
Live: Chidon Game Show and Award Ceremony
Watch live at 12 PM: The long-awaited date is finally here. Thousands of chayolim, family, and friends from around the world will be tuning into the International Sara Rohr Siyum Hamitzvos Event.
War Day 180: Car Ramming Near Kochav Yair, Biden Criticizes Israel
War Summary, Day One Hundred and Eighty: Late last night a 26-year-old man rammed his vehicle into four police officers near Kochav Yair, President Biden harshly criticized Israel following the tragic accidental killing of the 7 WCK aid workers in Gaza, Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan inaugurated an exhibition at the entrance to the UN showing the atrocities of Hamas on October 7.
Celebrate the Rebbetzin’s Birthday with Your Family
Tonight and tomorrow mark the birthday of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka. Here’s how you can celebrate this special day at your home.
L’Chaim: Lazar – Raskin
The L’Chaim of Levi Lazar of Moscow, Russia, and Draizy Raskin (bas R’ Hirshel) of Montreal, Canada, was celebrated at the Lubavitch Yeshiva hall.
Oholei Torah Boys Celebrate Their Own Siyum Harambam
The entire Oholei Torah cheder came together for a grand event celebrating the 43rd siyum of Rambam and Sefer Hamitzvos, with many boys committing to start learning with the new cycle.
Regional Chidon Trip Rewarded Girls for Hard Work
Hundreds of girls participated in the Chidon Sefer Hamitzvos East Coast Regional Trip this week which was a reward for many months of hard work, perseverance, and determination.
Monsey Boys Are Digging Through Seforim Instead of Fossil Fields
Rabbi-Scientist Yechiel Krisch came to sixth through eighth grade boys of Cheder Chabad Monsey with a proposition: tell me what fascinates you and I will show you what Torah and halacha have to say about it. The topics came fast and furious.
Lubavitcher Photographer Captures Sights and Scenes of Jewish Bucharest
Lubavitcher traveling photographer Morde’hai Lubecki presents a photo and video tour of Bucharest, Romania’s sites, including its two old shuls, Chabad’s restaurant, and the Holocaust Memorial.
Tomorrow: Chidon Game Show and Award Ceremony
Watch live on Thursday at 12 PM: The long-awaited date is finally here. Thousands of chayolim, family, and friends from around the world will be tuning into the International Sara Rohr Siyum Hamitzvos Event.
Tracing Their Travels: Yeshiva Journeys in the Footsteps of the Rebbe and Rebbetzin
After months of intense program, bochurim of the Lubavitch yeshiva in Netanya were rewarded with a trip following the same route the Rebbe and Rebbetzin took 84 years ago: Paris – Vichy – Marseille – Nice – Portugal – New York.
Rare Audio of the Frierdiker Rebbe Released in English
The only known recording of the Frierdiker Rebbe from Yud Beis Tammuz 5709 (1949) has been written up for the first time in English.
New Law Could Save Matzah Bakeries from ‘Green Edict’
NYC’s ‘Green Edict,’ going into effect in three weeks, would require Matzah bakeries to install costly filtration systems to reduce emissions. A proposal by a Staten Island assemblyman to exempt ethnic restaurants would save small Matza bakeries.
It’s Time To Broaden the Kashrus Discussion
Article by Rabbi Gershon Avtzon: With all the discussion on the Kashrus of our food, we mustn’t limit the discussion to food items, but rather to anything our bodies and minds digest, including music, therapists, and dating coaches.
L’Chaim: Goldberg – Rosenfeld
The L’Chaim of Mendel Goldberg of S. Paulo, Brazil, and Mirel Rosenfeld of Aventura, FL, was celebrated at the Lubavitch Yeshiva hall.
Renovations of the Zal in Lubavitch in High Gear
As many across Russia plan to visit Lubavitch for the Tzemach Tzedek‘s yahrtzeit, shliach Rabbi Gavriel Gordon ramps up the renovation preparation of the Rebbeim’s chotzer and the recreated Tomchei Temimim zal.