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Today in Jewish History: 24 Tevet, Passing of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, founder of Chabad Lubavitch
The end of 1812 found Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, also known as the Alter Rebbe, journeying through small towns and villages, distancing himself and…
Today In Jewish History: 20 Teves
Today in Jewish History: 20 Teves, Passing Of Maimonides The “Rambam,” acronym for Rabbi Moshe ben (son of) Maimon, passed away today, the 20th of…
Today in Jewish History: Asarah (10) B’Tevet
On the 10th of Tevet in the Hebrew year 3336 (425 BCE), the army of Babylonian emperor Nebuchadnezzar surrounded Jerusalem’s stone walls and laid siege…
Sanctuary Spaces
Make for Me a sanctuary . . . First spoken to the itinerant Israelites, the imperative to build has echoed across Jewish history. The tabernacle…
Today in Chabad History: 5 Tevet
On the 5th of Tevet (Hei Teves) in 1987, the extensive library of the sixth Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneerson, was declared as belonging to…
Do Menorahs Belong in the Public Square?
The public menorah has become a ubiquitous symbol at shopping malls, parks and public spaces the world over. But arguments over holiday displays and the…
19 Kislev: Rosh Hashana of Chassidut
Yud-Tes Kislev, also known as the "Chag HaGeulah—The Holiday of Redemption," or the "Rosh Hashana of Chassidut," begins tonight and continues until sundown tomorrow. On…
14 Kislev, 1928: Marriage of the Rebbe and Rebbetzin
It was on today’s Hebrew date in November of 1928 that the marriage of the Rebbe and Rebbetzin, Menachem Mendel and Chaya Mushka Schneerson, took…
Today in Chabad History: 9 (Tes) Kislev
The 9th of Kislev marks both the birthday and passing of the Mitteler Rebbe (the second Chabad Rebbe), Rabbi Dov Ber of Lubavitch (1773-1827).
Lubavitch International Debuts New Weekly Podcast
Lubavitch International has launched a fresh, thoughtful addition to its storytelling lineup: a new weekly podcast delivering an inspiring takeaway from the parsha in under…
Ep. 60: A California Rabbi’s Mission Behind Prison Walls
Chabad-Lubavitch Headquarters presents Episode 60 of its podcast series about the personal struggles and achievements of Chabad representatives
Birthday of the fifth Chabad Rebbe, Rabbi Sholom DovBer Schneersohn in 1860 (5621)
20 Cheshvan: Birthday of the fifth Chabad Rebbe, Rabbi Sholom DovBer Schneerson in 1860 (5621).
Ep. 59: Borscht Belt Meets Bible Belt
Chabad-Lubavitch Headquarters presents Episode 59 of its podcast series about the personal struggles and achievements of Chabad representatives
Our Call for Divine Justice
Your throne is established with lovingkindness, and You are seated on it in truth. It is true that You are the judge . . .…
Called to Remember
When I get to these words in the Rosh Hashanah prayers, my hands begin to tremble. There is no forgetting before Your throne of glory…
Flashback: Lubavitcher Rebbe Sends Emissary to Conduct Yom Kippur Services in Greenland
NEW YORK (LNS) – Jewish personnel stationed at the United States Air Force base in Thule, Greenland, will – to their pleasant surprise – have…
Chabad Marks Birthday of Movement’s Founder
On 18 Elul, we celebrate the birthday of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, founder of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement.
Ep. 58: The Tennis Star and the Country Girl Changing Jewish Life in Milwaukee
Chabad-Lubavitch Headquarters presents Episode 58 of its podcast series about the personal struggles and achievements of Chabad representatives
Remembering the Rebbe’s Father
Today marks the passing of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Schneerson
Ep. 57: The Over-The-Road Rabbi – Every Mile, Every Soul
Chabad-Lubavitch Headquarters presents Episode 57 of its podcast series about the personal struggles and achievements of Chabad representatives
Tisha B’Av: Remembering for a Better Future
This evening, Jews around the world will remove their shoes, begin a 25-hour fast, and sit low on the floor in the manner of mourners.
Today in Jewish History: 12-13 Tammuz
The twelfth of Tammuz (this year: July 6) is the birthday of the sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, of blessed memory. It is…
Ep. 56: Two Converts, One Mission – Reviving Jewish Life in Stellenbosch
Chabad-Lubavitch Headquarters presents Episode 56 of its podcast series about the personal struggles and achievements of Chabad representatives
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