In the wake of a deadly terror attack in Moscow that killed at least 133 and injured over 100, Rabbi Berel Lazar called upon all communities in Russia to honor the national day of mourning and cancel all musical events over Purim.
“With My Yisroel I Won’t Argue!”
A chossid of the Alter Rebbe from his early years in Liozna, R. Yisroel Yafeh of Dubravna was a talented baal menagen. When the Alter Rebbe went to rest during the Zhlobiner chassuna, he played his violin outside the door, inspiring the Rebbe to recite a maamar until 7 am.
The Cartier Saleswoman was Taken by His Confidence
Article by Rabbi Mordechai Lipskier: There’s a notion that by blurring the boundaries between Yidden and goyim we’ll gain their respect. That we’ll solve the problem of anti-Semitism or anti-Israel biases by showing that we’re really all the same. But the opposite is true.
Kapelle Sings Rabbi Chodokov’s Lively Shoshanas Yaakov
The Kapelle Choir led by Yossi Cohen performs a lively version of the song Shoshanas Yaakov sung by the Rebbe’s Mazkir, Rabbi Chayim Mordechai Aizik Chodokov A”H.
Calling You To Tackle the Streets With Chabad of Sheepshead Bay
Chabad of Sheepshead Bay is organizing family-friendly Purim Mivtzoim. Here’s an opportunity for you to enhance your Purim as well as many other Yidden.
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Ukraine Residents to Celebrate 3rd Purim at War
Thousands of personal kits of Mishloach Manos have been sent to shluchim across Ukraine to uplift thousands of Jewish families and individuals who will be celebrating Purim under fire for the third time.
Erev Shabbos Around Crown Heights
The streets and shops of Crown Heights were full on Friday as residents and guests prepared for Shabbos. Plus Shalom Zachar list.
Texas “Encounter” Weekend To Unite Young Jewish Professionals
Facing challenges in the workplace and online, hundreds of young professionals are set to unite in Houston for the first-ever CYP Encounter: Texas weekend of Jewish pride and community activism.
L’Chaim: Volfman – Friedman
The L’Chaim of Mendy Volfman of Monsey, NY, and Chaya Friedman of Pittsburgh, PA, was celebrated on Wednesday night at the Lubavitch Yeshiva hall.
The Rebbe’s English Letters on Purim’s Messages and Lessons
This week’s booklet includes letters to a child and a world-renowned chess champion about the key to surviving modern-day Hamans by not “kneeling” to outside pressure and being proud of Jewish observance.
There Are No “Minor Mitzvos”
When the Rebbe announced Mivtzah Purim in 5722, some questioned the significance of these “minor mitzvos.” In a yechidus with R’ Yaakov Hanoka, the Rebbe provided an explanation he could share with his former colleagues at Penn University.
Watch: Reb Yoel on Purim
Watch: A short lesson by Reb Yoel Kahn on Purim with English subtitles and transcript.
War Day 167: Raid at Shifa Hospital, 358 Terrorists Captured
War Summary, Day One Hundred and Sixty Seven: 650 terrorists among them senior Hamas and PIJ terrorists were captured in Shifa Hospital, a suicide bombing was prevented at the last minute, and tens of thousands joined together to say Shema for the hostages’ release.
School Makes Grand Purim Meetup for Purim Mitzvos
Oholei Torah is bringing the joy and simplicity back to Purim with Sunday morning event that students’ families can join to hear megilla, meet classmates for mishloach manos, and give matanos le’evyonim.
Beyond the Mask
Darchei Menachem sees each child for who they truly are, “Beyond the Mask”. Read about their unique approach here.
New In-Depth Halacha Guide Released Ahead of Purim
Navigating the intricacies of Mishloach Manos and Matanos L’evyonim can be a challenge. Merkos 302’s Kollel L’Rabbonei Chabad has released a comprehensive guide to these halachos by Harav Gedalia Oberlander.
Giving Mishloach Manos to Non-Frum
Ask the Rov: Is there an obligation to tell a person to say a bracha when giving them a food item? Rabbi Chaim Hillel Raskin responds.
Mesivta Baltimore Expands, Welcomes New Hanhala Member
To help the expanding student body of Mesivta Lubavitch of Baltimore, the yeshiva is delighted to announce that Rabbi Meir Chaim Brikman will be joining the Hanhala for the upcoming shnas halimudim, 5785.
Booze Schmooze: Lists of Drinks With Kashrus Issues
Approaching Purim, Rabbi Nissan Zibell of ‘Kashrus: Be In The Know’ provides clarity to the many questions, myths, and confusions on the kashrus of alcoholic beverages, along with updated and extensive articles and lists on the topic.
30 Days to 11 Nissan, Ohr Vechom Launches Hachana
As Chassidim around the world prepare spiritual gifts for the Rebbe for Yud Alef Nissan, Vaad Or Vechom Hahiskashrus presents a collection of resources to assist in the preparations.
Limited Scholarships Now Available for Postville Mesivta and Zal
In an effort to make the Postville Yeshiva Gedolah more accessible for Talmidim, the yeshiva is granting generous scholarships with up to 70% of the tuition being subsidized, thanks to the generous sponsorship of Mr. Gideon and Shely Gratsiani.
Quadruple Siyum Celebrated in Ohr Menachem Cheder
Kita Vov of Ohr Menachem celebrated on Wednesday a quadruple Siyum and rewards at a toy store, followed by a visit to a local sofer to learn about how Megillos are made.
Chassidim Line Up for Machtzis Hashekel with Coins the Rebbe Used
770 was packed on Thursday afternoon, Ta’anis Esther, with hundreds giving machatzis hashekel with coins once used by the Rebbe.
What’s the Story with “Maseches Shikorim”?
Purim parodies of Gemara, Hagadah and Selichos on themes of drinking and drunkenness were popular in earlier times. Listen to a fascinating shiur about their history and halachic implications by Rabbi Eliyahu Rapoport.
Pen of the Soul Project Produces “Rachamana” Dance
Pen of the Soul, a project to produce Chabad Niggunim in different dance genres, introduces their first project “Rachamana,” with vocals by Nachi Forster.
L’Chaim: Polter – Goldberg
The L’Chaim of Yitzchok Polter of Orangeburg, NY, and Chanale Goldberg of Pomona, NY, took place on Tuesday night at the Lubavitch Yeshiva hall.