COVID-19 Update for the Crown Heights #30 – Shavuos
The Gedaliah Society, in conjunction with Dr. Rosen, has published an update for the Crown Heights Jewish community regarding the Yom Tov of Shavuos.
Six-Year-Old Israeli Boy Discovers 3,500-Year-Old Canaanite Clay Tablet
A six-year-old Israeli boy recently discovered an extremely-rare Canaanite clay tablet made approximately 3,500 years ago, the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) announced on Monday.
Avraham Aharon Rubashkin, who passed away on April 2 from complications of the coronavirus, survived the worst the 20th century had to offer before arriving in America. Through hard work he built a thriving business but was even more known for his kindness and generosity.
Obituary: Avraham Aharon Rubashkin, 92, Kind and Generous Kosher Meat Icon
Avraham Aharon Rubashkin, who passed away on April 2nd at age 92 from complications due to COVID-19, was from Nevel, that legendary Chassidic White Russian town that would forever remaining a byword for vivid, joyful Jewish life and authentic brotherly love.
Rabbonim Outline Guidelines For Aseres Hadibros Leining
Rabbi Osdoba and Rabbi Braun of the Crown Heights Bais Din released a series of guidelines for the reading of the Aseres Hadibros over Shavuos.
Hanachos Launched in 12 Mesivtas Across America
The Hanachos program has been launched for its second year in 12 Mesivtas across America, where the Bochurim prepare themselves for Gimmel Tammuz by watching Videos of the Rebbe’s Farbrgngens and writing a Hanacha on the Sicha.
A Husband and Father OBM, Now The Family Needs Your Help
Our dear and beloved friend Motti Cohen OBM has been suddenly and tragically taken from us. Please help his family as they struggle with this tragedy.
JLI Goes Live With Facebook Broadcasts
As the weeks in quarantine drag on, many people are looking for insights and inspiration to help them through these challenging times. JLI heeded the call with daily lectures broadcast on the JLI Facebook page.
Video of the Day
Rabbi Uriel Vigler of the Chabad Israel Center of the Upper East Side, hosted the mara Dasra of the South Africa Chabad Community, Rabbi Mendel Liberow in a virtual meeting to tell of his miraculous story of recovery from Coronavirus.
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Two Attempted Stabbing Attacks In Israel
Two stabbing attempts took place Monday in Israel, leaving the terrorists shot in both cases. No injuries were reported among the Israeli security forces.
JEM: Highlights from 770, A Full Length Private Audience With The Lubavitcher Rebbe
Several times a year, the Rebbe would receive visitors, bar and bas mitzvah boys and girls, as well as grooms and brides along with their families to bless them as they approach these milestones in their lives. This audience, which took place on the 9th of Sivan, 5745 (summer of 1985) is presented in full length.
Shluchim Resources, Shavuos in a Box for All Ages
How do we ensure that every member of our community can celebrate Shavuos? How can we bring the message and inspiration of this momentous day to every Jew? With the Shavuos in a Box initiative, Merkos302 is proud to give the tools and resources, to bring the holiday of Shavuos to your community, like never before.
Suspected Arson In Crown Heights Fire
A fire on Lincoln Pl in Crown Heights is being investigated as a possible arson Sunday, after firefighters became suspicious. Firefighters quickly extinguished the flames without any injuries, and called the Fire Marshall to investigate the incident.
Zoom Around the World With ULY
In an exciting new program, United Lubavitcher Yeshiva will be hosting Shluchim from around the world every Monday and Wednesday. Every 30-minute program will visit another country. The participants will meet 3 Shluchim families from that day’s country.
8:00pm: What Possible Benefit Is There in Us Being Deprived of Our Shuls and Schools? Is the Pandemic a Punishment?
The topics in this week’s 310th episode of the highly acclaimed MyLife: Chassidus Applied series, with Rabbi Simon Jacobson, will include: When Shuls Are Closed, How Should We Fulfill the Rebbe’s Request That All Men, Women and Children Go to Shul and Hear the Ten Commandments on Shavuos? How Do We Explain This to Our Children Who Were So Anticipating Going? What Possible Benefit Is There in Us Being Deprived of Our Shuls and Schools? Is the Pandemic a Punishment? Can We Question G-d’s Ways? Can We Go on Strike and Stop Doing Mitzvos Until G-d Ends the Plague? Chassidus Applied to Rosh Chodesh Sivan and Shavuos Addressing Our Challenges; The Power of Unity.
REPLAY: Motzei Shabbos Achdus Farbrengen
Baruch Hashem we had over 600 people on the Zoom Achdus Melava Malka Farbrengen, and I’m being told that hundreds more watched it live via other links. Many thanks to each of the speakers who inspired, gave Chizuk and practical suggestions for increased Achdus and to prepare for Kabalas HaTorah.
Interface to Enable All Men, Women and Children to Hear Aseres Hadibros
This year, with social distancing measures still in place, a new interface has been developed to enable all to hear Aseres Hadibros. All are asked to visit AseresHadibros.com and submit your Torah reading times.
Zelenko Letter Sent To 5000 Shluchim In 6 Languages
Dr Zev Zelenko, The Lubavitch Kiryas Joel doctor who became famous over his treatment plan for the COVID-19 virus, published a letter advised Shluchim in six languages on how to treat the terrible illness.
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