Sons And Daughters At The Seder Table
It was unseasonably cold on the first night of Passover back in 1979. Snow had fallen the day before and melted into slush puddles that […]
Haggadah Marginalia
The Haggadah is one of those oceanic Torah texts. It invites continual return and reengagement, as we come back each year at the seder, to […]
Matzah and Missiles: Chabad reps work around war-time restraints to celebrate Passover
Chabad community leaders across a country under constant missile attack are delivering handmade Shmurah matzah between rocket sirens. They are innovating as they prepare to […]
A Bed, a Table, a Chair and a Lamp
The Rebbe did not hold press conferences nor grant press interviews. So reporters would usually be directed to my office where I did my best to respond to their questions and provide them with information about the Rebbe and Chabad-Lubavitch.
Today in Jewish History: 11 Nissan, Birthday of The Rebbe
Tonight and tomorrow marks the 124th birthday of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneersohn of blessed memory. On this day, Yud-Alef (11) Nissan, we […]
By Staff Writer
Finding Courage to Trust
For much of my life, I struggled with the idea of trusting G-d. Then, five years ago, I began to see it everywhere. On the […]
By Sarah Ogince
On the Eve of 250: Jews and the American Experiment
As the United States nears its 250th birthday, a once-settled confidence has given way to uneasy questions. What does Jewish belonging mean when the promise […]
More Questions For The Seder Table
Jewish people love to ask questions. As part of the Passover tradition, we ask four at the Seder table. We asked four Chabad representatives our own set of questions.
By Staff Writer
Reflections on Freedom: Let All Who Are Hungry Come and Eat
It was my turn to host the S.Y. Agnon book group, and I took extra care in preparing, putting bowls of nuts and fruit on […]
Frissons Of Redemption
The theme of redemption is universal, and, perhaps this year more than ever, it resonates on many levels. Here, we invited some writers and poets to share their personal reflections.
By Staff Writer
The Haggadah Collection At The Library Of Agudas Chassidei Chabad
The prestigious Haggadah collection of Chabad’s Central Library began in December 1924, when the sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, acquired the collection of […]
By Staff Writer
Seder In The Bar
It was past midnight. The grand communal Seder ended on a high note. But this rabbi wasn’t about to call it a night.
Zaidy’s Passover Seder
Few holidays compete with Passover’s child-centered rituals. The seder packs customs and narratives enough to animate a child’s imagination all year round.
Reflections on Freedom: Between Sinai and Independence Hall
“Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” Two hundred and fifty years ago, this country’s founding fathers fought to secure our rights to these goods. […]
By Allan Arkush
The Annotated Seder Plate: Insights, Tidbits, and Fun Facts
Haggadah Since escaping Egypt, the Jewish people have celebrated Passover by telling the story of the Exodus. Over time, the story became more formal and […]
Seders To Remember: Pickpocket At The Prison Seder
Rabbinical students travel the world, bringing the entire Seder to Jews who live far from the madding crowds. Here are some glimpses of their experiences.
By Staff Writer
The Case for Friction
Sit down to study a page of Talmud, and it won’t be long before you come across an unreadable cluster of letters. Abbreviations—rashei teivot in […]
By Moshe Koppel
Five Communal Leaders Share Their Dream Seder Guest
We asked Chabad representatives to tell us which biblical, Talmudic or medieval personality they'd like to have at their Seder table.
By Staff Writer
Today in Jewish History: Birthday of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson
Today marks a notable date in Jewish history: the birthday of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson, of blessed memory. Known simply as the Rebbetzin, she was […]
Between Two Worlds: Finding Freedom in Tension
At the National Security Agency, Anne Neuberger directed a force of 19,000 civilian and military personnel charged with countering threats ranging from ISIS to advancements […]
By Sarah Ogince
Shawarma Between Classes: The New Flavor of Jewish Life at Indiana University
The lunchtime line at Yalla moves fast — shawarma sizzling, pitas flying, students lingering long after their plates are empty. On a campus that never […]
By Leibel Kahan
Ep. 63: The Once-Reluctant Speaker Who Reaches Millions
Chabad-Lubavitch Headquarters presents Episode 63 of its podcast series about the personal struggles and achievements of Chabad representatives
By Staff Writer
Photo & Video
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Mitzvahs at the ADL Never Is Now Summit in New York City
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As 90,000 fans descend on Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara for this year’s Super Bowl, Chabad is welcoming hundreds of Jewish visitors with kosher food, prayer services, and mitzvah opportunities throughout the weekend.
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New Chabad Center in Buckeye — The Gateway to Arizona’s West
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Chabad Young Professionals Rabbis Gather For Convention in Raleigh
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Texas Chabad Brings Aid To Flood Victims
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Chabad Brings Kosher Food To Wimbeldon
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Hundreds of young Dallas Jewish professionals joined Shabbat 500, an annual project of the Intown Chabad.
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Holocaust Survivor Margot Friedlander was laid to rest after her passing at 103.


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