Caring Is Part of Holiness
At that point my parents were not close to Chabad, and certainly not my sister, either. But my father did go to 770 from time to time to daven, and it seems that the Rebbe was keeping tabs on my sister through him.
Chabad History With Rabbi Dalfin – Tzfas #4: Earthquake, Wilchansky & Minkowitz Gravesites
Rabbi Chaim Dalfin, author and Chasidic historian shares interesting facts, many revealed for the first time. The purpose of his program is to inspire all but especially the youth. Watch another installment here on CrownHeights.info.
BDE: Yosef Yellin, 62, OBM
With great sadness we report the passing of Yosef Yellin OBM, a long time resident of Crown Heights. He passed away on Monday, the 13th of Adar, 5786.
BESHT: Windows to Freedom – Biurim From New Haggadah by Rabbi Barber
Shabbos at the BESHT: Rabbi Yacov Barber for many years was a Shliach in Melbourne Australia. He was a Dayan on the Melbourne Bes Din. He is currently residing in Crown Heights and is a Motivational Speaker, Life Coach, and Advocate in Beis Din Proceedings. He will be giving this week’s Shiur on Windows to Freedom: Biurim from new haggadah by Rabbi Barber.
A Life Shaped by the Rebbe’s Guidance
In his new book, Clear Vision: Living by the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s Guidance, he presents a deeply personal memoir of his struggles in joining Chabad, balancing his personal avodas Hashem, and spreading Chassidus.
Weekly Story: America Iz Nisht Anderish – America Is Not Different
This week I am posting certain points that I heard as well as said at a farbrengen in connection to Tes Adar [Sheini], as it is 86 years since the Frierdiker Rebbe came to America to live.
Chaim V’CHessed: Possible U.S. Government Evacuation Flights from Israel
In the coming days, the U.S. Embassy hopes – if conditions permit – to operate flights from Ben Gurion Airport. At this stage, details are still being worked out, and seats will be extremely limited.
New Engagement!
Mordy Slavin (Sydney, Australia) to Chavi Werner (Dallas, TX)
Weekly Dvar Torah: Purim Then — Purim Now
In this week’s Dvar Torah, Rabbi Katzman ties the story of Purim to a lesson on the Jewish way of dealing with challenges and how this method should be applied today.
20 Montreal Hebrew Schools Face Off in JewQ Championship
The young scholars in grades 3–7 have been studying Jewish history, mitzvos, brachos, and traditions, reviewing and testing each other in preparation for the big event.
Has Crown Heights Congresswoman Yvette Clarke Permanently Abandoned the Jewish Community?
This is yet another spit in the face by our Congresswoman towards her Jewish constituents. This June 23 we can make history by voting her out in the Democratic primary, as long as we are all registered as Democrats and show up to vote.
JLI: The Most Convincing Proof For God You’ll Hear
From the complex “Argument from Design” to the “Argument from Prophecy,” this session takes you on an intellectual adventure through Jewish history.
Video of the Day
During remarks on the House floor, Yarmulka-wearing Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) condemned Tucker Carlson’s statements about Chabad which has triggered condemnation and jokes across the world.
New Engagement!
Shuey Geisinsky (Five Towns, NY) to Mushkie Shmukler (League City, TX) L’Chaim: Sunday, March 8th, 8:00pm at Eshel 272 Kingston Ave
New Engagement!
Yehuda Simon (Crown Heights) to Tzirel Blachman (Remsen Village, NY)
New Engagement!
Dov Attal (Bonneuil-sur-Marne, France) to Haya Sidoroff (Paris, France)
Weekly Letter: The Fallacy of Such a Thought
In his letter to one suggesting religious reform so as to “come to grips with the realities of today” an insure Jewish survival – the Rebbe gives a clear analysis of the fallacy of such a thought.
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