I can add another point to that encounter with the Rebbe [which happened in the early 70’s]: The Rebbe was strongly against me developing ANY friendship with non-Jews. He pointed out how far Chazal went to discourage friendships between Jews and non-Jews, even of same gender, by forbidding their wine and other prohibitions (maybe he specified: cooking, bread, oil, cheese – but I don’t remember).
A new video series on the topic of Moshiach, titled Developing Our Destiny, designed for sharing on social media was released today. Launched during this time of Bein HaMeitzarim, during which the Rebbe urged us to study and strengthen our efforts to merit the Geulah and the building of the third Beis Hamikdash.
Chevra Simchas Shabbos V’Yom Tov – CSSY – the premier Tzadakah of Crown Heights, is running a summer campaign called “ Just One Shabbos” asking the community to sponsor at least one Shabbos for a Crown Heights family.
Courtesy of Lubavitch Archives, we present a photo of The Rebbe on Tisha Be’av, 1991.
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