As we pass Tisha B’Av, a time to strengthen our Ahavas Yisrael, a CrownHeights.info reader felt it was important to share an incident that recently happened to him, one that reflects the need for greater inclusivity and understanding within the Chabad community.
One parent’s review of the surprising new podcast series interviewing a predator.
Maybe the pesukim of thsi Parsha would be remembered better if we were change the trop on the word V’Nishmartem to an Azla-Geireish as in the famous “Ko’eleh” that everyone loves to yell out on YomTov?
From August 19th to August 21st, Crown Heights was torn apart by what is now known as the Crown Heights riots. During the riots, Yankel Rosenbaum was attacked and killed by a mob shouting “Kill the Jew.” This year, a “Fun Day Festival” by the One Crown Heights Organization festival is scheduled for August 20, the actual anniversary of Yankel’s murder.
While it is obvious that the Yeshiva – and community – benefit from the dedicated and enthusiastic work of the Talmidei Hashluchim it is important to realize that so do the Talmidim themselves.
Before we can talk about motivation let’s talk about some of the impediments to eating healthy and exercising. Op-Ed by Shmarya Richler
Today is Primary Day, and there is an election taking place for Southern Crown Heights in this round of elections. Here are three reasons why you should vote.
WhatsApp was always regarded as relatively clean and kosher, compared to other social media platforms that are full of harmful and distracting content. But this may soon change with WhatsApp Channels.
As we are finishing another – hopefully successful – school year and begin preparing for the joys of the summer, it is time to put a focus on something very important: Teacher appreciation.
Camp season is around the corner. It would be a good idea for camps to mandate that the canteen does not sell sugar sodas or sports drinks. Op-Ed by Shmarya Richler
Just as “pro-choice” in abortion laws is rightfully a sickening thought, we should at least have a similar reaction when it comes to being “pro-choice” in family planning and giving legitimacy to limiting Hashem’s brachos by not bringing children into the world
Rabbi Yaacov Behrman responds to an Op-Ed penned by Rabbi Gershon Avtzon, and published on CrownHeights.info, about speaking to the young generation about Gimmel Tammuz. Rabbi Behrman points out that Rabbi Avtzon’s viewpoint may be problematic, and can potentially lead to negative consequences.
This week, we begin the month of Sivan and the “shloshim Yom Lifnei” preparations for the holy day of Gimmel Tammuz begin in earnest. The two words “Gimmel Tammuz” bring out strong, and very diverse, emotions and sensitivities by people and I feel that it is time for an open and honest Chinuch discussion about how we educate children, and ourselves, in our (temporary but) current situation.
Dear Shadchan. I appreciate all you do, and what you have invested and done for us. Yet, suggestions like these leave me completely baffled, and wondering… What are you thinking?
With the start of the new Rambam cycle those who are learning three chapters a day will be learning Hilchos Deot this week. Those learning one chapter a day will get there in the middle of Iyar. As you know the first two Halachos of the fourth Perek discuss healthy living.
Rosh Chodesh Iyar 5783 is coming and with it will be the finishing of another cycle of the Rebbe’s special takanna of the daily learning of Rambam. Is it time to talk about “Learning Rambam”, Yedios Klalios and a Yeshiva curriculum?
As a parent and mechanech, I know that the greatest gift that someone can give me is to invest in the spiritual and physical health and growth of my children and/or students. Nothing else, no matter how personal and meaningful, even comes close. Op-Ed by Rabbi Gershon Avtzon
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