As we celebrate this week – Chof Daled Teves, yartzeit of the Alter Rebbe, first Chabad Rebbe, R’ Schneur Zalman – we share a letter of the Rebbe explaining one of the basic principles of the Chabad philosophy and way of life – that the head and the heart should govern and inspire the daily life of an individual in complete harmony.
In the week when we learn of the blessings that Yaakov gives his children before his passing, we share a letter of the Rebbe in which he explains the general and deeper meaning of the traditional blessing that we give to a person on his birthday.
In connection with the theme of our parsha, where Yaakov and his family are now relocating — going down to Mitzrayim to be reunited with Yosef and to settle there – we share a letter where the Rebbe advises a person asking about relocating his family to a place of a job offer.
The Rebbe’s letter underlines timely Chanukah lessons for our daily performance of mitzvos – namely, performing all mitzvos in a most perfect manner – mehadrin min hamehadrin – not being satisfied with our perfect performance of today.
In celebrating Chanukah – we celebrate the miracle of the pure undefiled olive oil which was miraculously found and used for the kindling of the menorah. Why is this so important?
In honor of YUD TES KISLEV, Rosh Hashanah l’Chasidus, we share a comprehensive letter in which the Rebbe explains the halachic reason for learning Chasidus.
In his letter to a father, the Rebbe suggests that the only way for his daughter to find true fulfillment in life is for her to attend a school that will prepare her for the role most suitable for her.
We share this week a strong letter which Rabbi Nissan Mindel wrote to the Editor of the Jewish Chronicle – a well-known and respected Jewish paper in England, in answer and protest to an article which they printed.
During this public election season – we share a letter of the Rebbe stating the policy of the Rebbe and of the Lubavitch movement regarding taking a public stand in elections to any office.
In his comprehensive letter to one finding himself in difficult circumstances, the Rebbe underlines the necessity to follow Hashem’s directive to Avraham – to break away from the environment and accustomed living in order to attain the “Promised Land.”
In connection with Noach and his descendants – the nations of the world – we share a letter of the Rebbe to a non-Jew who is requesting a blessing from the Rebbe.
As we start a new cycle of the weekly Torah reading and learning – beginning with the creation of the world – we share a basic letter of the Rebbe in answer to one questioning the origin of the world and the authenticity of the Divine Revelation at Sinai.
During his prolific writing career for the Rebbe (the letters) and for Chabad (numerous books and publications) Rabbi Nissan Mindel had also penned numerous articles for various Jewish publications. We share one such fascinating article on The Significance of Chasidic Dancing – in honor of Simchas Torah
With “antisemitism” being prominently the focus in world news this past year, we share a letter of the Rebbe to a public figure in Poland who expresses his sorrow about the terrible anti-Semitic incident that had just taken place in his country. The Rebbe focuses on lessons from the New Year for humankind.
As it is our custom during these weeks before Rosh Hashanah and through Yom Kippur to recite extra Tehillim/Psalms – we present a letter where the Rebbe gives an overview of Tehillim – its origin and historical perspective and as it is emphasized by kabbala and chasidus.
As we celebrate the creation of man on the 6th day of creation – designated as the holy day of Rosh Hashanah – we gain an appreciation for the uniqueness of Man, among all of G-d’s creations. The Rebbe, in his important and encouraging message for each of us, explains the special powers and purpose of man and the meaning of the injunction to “replenish the earth and conquer (rule over) it.”
On the bright day of CHAI ELUL – birthday of the two great luminaries, R’ Yisroel Baal Shem Tov and R’Schneur Zalman, the Alter Rebbe – we share a letter of the Rebbe in which he explains the NEED for Chasidus.
