Aliya goes to U of Albany for Shabbos
As part of Aliya’s annual ski trip, this year the trip included a Shabbaton to Albany NY with the Rubin family. Fortunately for Aliya this weekend was winter break…
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The Rebbe says:
1. At the conclusion of this week’s Torah portion, the Torah tells us about the Mizbe’ach Ha’za’hav (the Altar covered in gold).
2. Our Sages tell us that the Altar covered in gold, and the Altar covered in copper which the Torah told us about in last week’s Torah portion, cannot become impure (Tamei) no matter what touches it.
There are 2 reasons given as to why the Altars cannot become impure:
1. At the conclusion of this week’s Torah portion, the Torah tells us about the Mizbe’ach Ha’za’hav (the Altar covered in gold).
2. Our Sages tell us that the Altar covered in gold, and the Altar covered in copper which the Torah told us about in last week’s Torah portion, cannot become impure (Tamei) no matter what touches it.
There are 2 reasons given as to why the Altars cannot become impure:
The Weekly Sedra – Parshas Tetzaveh
The Rebbe says:
1. At the conclusion of this week’s Torah portion, the Torah tells us about the Mizbe’ach Ha’za’hav (the Altar covered in gold).
2. Our Sages tell us that the Altar covered in gold, and the Altar covered in copper which the Torah told us about in last week’s Torah portion, cannot become impure (Tamei) no matter what touches it.
There are 2 reasons given as to why the Altars cannot become impure:
In this weeks Living Torah excerpt (Volume 33 Episode 129):
“Hop Kazak”, “Jump, Cossack, Jump”. Rabbi Aryeh Leib of Shpoleh, the “Shpoler Zeide”, danced to this song in competition against a Cossack to gain the freedom of a poor, Jewish innkeeper.
Video of the Day – Weekly Living Torah Clip
In this weeks Living Torah excerpt (Volume 33 Episode 129):
“Hop Kazak”, “Jump, Cossack, Jump”. Rabbi Aryeh Leib of Shpoleh, the “Shpoler Zeide”, danced to this song in competition against a Cossack to gain the freedom of a poor, Jewish innkeeper.
Chabad.org
Because Adar 13 (the day before Purim) falls on a Shabbos this year, the “Fast of Esther,” usually observed on that date, is moved back to Thursday, the 11th of Adar, March 1st.Fast Begins: 5:09 AM
Fast Ends: 6:26 PM
The fast — which is observed on Adar 11 by all adults (i.e., over bar or bat mitzvah age) — is in commemoration of the three-day fast called at Esther's behest before she risked her life to appear unsummoned before King Achashveirosh to save the Jewish people from Haman's evil decree (as related in the Book of Esther, chapter 4). The fast also commemorates Esther's fasting on the 13th of Adar, as the Jews fought their enemies (see “Today in Jewish History” for Adar 13). No food or drink is partaken of from daybreak to nightfall. Pregnant, nursing women or people in ill health are exempted from fasting.
Tomorrow – Taanit Esther – the Fast of Esther
Chabad.org
Because Adar 13 (the day before Purim) falls on a Shabbos this year, the “Fast of Esther,” usually observed on that date, is moved back to Thursday, the 11th of Adar, March 1st.
Fast Begins: 5:09 AM
Fast Ends: 6:26 PM
The fast — which is observed on Adar 11 by all adults (i.e., over bar or bat mitzvah age) — is in commemoration of the three-day fast called at Esther’s behest before she risked her life to appear unsummoned before King Achashveirosh to save the Jewish people from Haman’s evil decree (as related in the Book of Esther, chapter 4). The fast also commemorates Esther’s fasting on the 13th of Adar, as the Jews fought their enemies (see “Today in Jewish History” for Adar 13). No food or drink is partaken of from daybreak to nightfall. Pregnant, nursing women or people in ill health are exempted from fasting.
Mazal Tov! – Its a Boy!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Ascher and Sarah (nee Shaw) Fried (Long Beach, CA) on the birth of a baby boy.
May the newborn be a source of Nachas to his parents, grandparents, relatives and Klal Yisroel.
To submit your Simcha or Mazal Tov email us at mazaltov@crownheights.info!
7th Yahrtzeit of Hatomim Sholom Brashevitzky
Tzfat, Israel — Friends and family gathered today to mark the 7th Yahrtzeit of Hatomim shlomo Sholom Brashevitzky who passed away after sustaining serious injuries as result of a car accident. Sholom OBM wa remembered as a Chassidishe Bochur who dedicated himself to helping and caring for others. He was a well loved person who always put others before himself.
Mazal Tov! – Its a Boy!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Eliezer and Chanya (nee Winograd) Goldblatt (Long Beach, CA) on the birth of their firstborn son.
May the newborn be a source of Nachas to his parents, grandparents, relatives and Klal Yisroel.
Last night Rabbi Yaakov Sholom ben Rabbi Mordechai Avrohom Yeshaya Groner obm passed away in Jerusalem. He is survived by his brothers Rabbi Leib Groner, secretary of the Rebbe, Rabbi Yitzchok Groner, shaliach in Melbourne, Australia and a sister Mrs. Baumgarten wife of Rabbi Mendel Baumgarten.
Rabbi Groner survived the Hebron massacre in 1929 and later his family moved to the U.S. where he learned in the Lubavitcher Yeshiva. During those days he had several “yechiduyos” with the Previous Rebbe and later with the Rebbe.
Rabbi Leibel Groner and his sister Mrs. Nechama Baumgarten will be sitting Shiva until Tuesday morning in the house of Reb Leibel Groner at 1649 President St. [between Utica and Schenectady Aves]. The Zmanim for Tefilos are as follows; Shachris: 7:30am Mincha: 5:30pm Maariv: Bitzmana
Hamokom Yenachem eschem Besoch Shaar Avaylay Tzion VeYerushalayim.
Boruch Dayan Haemes – R. Yaakov Sholom Groner OBM
Last night Rabbi Yaakov Sholom ben Rabbi Mordechai Avrohom Yeshaya Groner obm passed away in Jerusalem. He is survived by his brothers Rabbi Leib Groner, secretary of the Rebbe, Rabbi Yitzchok Groner, shaliach in Melbourne, Australia and a sister Mrs. Baumgarten wife of Rabbi Mendel Baumgarten.
Rabbi Groner survived the Hebron massacre in 1929 and later his family moved to the U.S. where he learned in the Lubavitcher Yeshiva. During those days he had several “yechiduyos” with the Previous Rebbe and later with the Rebbe.
Rabbi Leibel Groner and his sister Mrs. Nechama Baumgarten will be sitting Shiva until Tuesday morning in the house of Reb Leibel Groner at 1649 President St. [between Utica and Schenectady Aves]. The Zmanim for Tefilos are as follows; Shachris: 7:30am Mincha: 5:30pm Maariv: Bitzmana
Hamokom Yenachem eschem Besoch Shaar Avaylay Tzion VeYerushalayim.
Mazal Tov! – New Engagement!
We would like to wish Mazal To to Mendy Yuzevitch (Crown Heights) and Faigy Zaltzman (Toronto, Canada) on their engagement.
The L’Chaim will IY”H be Tonight, Wednesday at the Lubavitcher Yeshiva [corner Crown St and Albany Ave].
FJC News
Moscow, Russia — For only the second year, matzo is being produced at the new matzo factory in Moscow, letting Russian Jews celebrate Passover, the holiday of freedom, in accordance with national traditions. Already this year, the factory has produced more than 175 tons of matzo, which will appear at Pesach seders throughout Russian regions and sold at prices affordable to most. Members of the Kashrut Department of the Federation of Jewish Communities of Russia insure proper production.During Soviet times, Moscow's Jews hand made matzo in underground conditions and, since the 90s, the Israeli-imported matzo was subject to high tariffs and transportation costs. Nowadays, the new plant houses some of the most modern technology for making kosher matzo, largely from continuing efforts of Russia's chief rabbi Berel Lazar, the Ohr Avner Chabad and funding from FJC president Lev Leviev.
Moscow Matzo Factory Produces 175 Tons of Matzo
FJC News
Moscow, Russia — For only the second year, matzo is being produced at the new matzo factory in Moscow, letting Russian Jews celebrate Passover, the holiday of freedom, in accordance with national traditions. Already this year, the factory has produced more than 175 tons of matzo, which will appear at Pesach seders throughout Russian regions and sold at prices affordable to most. Members of the Kashrut Department of the Federation of Jewish Communities of Russia insure proper production.
During Soviet times, Moscow’s Jews hand made matzo in underground conditions and, since the 90s, the Israeli-imported matzo was subject to high tariffs and transportation costs. Nowadays, the new plant houses some of the most modern technology for making kosher matzo, largely from continuing efforts of Russia’s chief rabbi Berel Lazar, the Ohr Avner Chabad and funding from FJC president Lev Leviev.
LongmontFYI
Shayna Borenstein bakes Hamantaschen
with her son, Meir, in their home in Longmont.
Larger picture in the Extended Article
with her son, Meir, in their home in Longmont.
Larger picture in the Extended Article
Earlier in the week, her mother would make dough for Hamantaschen, the traditional cookie for the Jewish holiday of Purim, and Borenstein and several of her seven sisters would pinch the dough into the cookie’s traditional triangular shape.
The dressing up and baking was for Purim, a joyous Jewish holiday where Jews, especially children, dress up in costumes or wear masks, and everyone gives baskets of food to friends and food or money to the poor. In general, it’s a time to get together and celebrate with a feast, and even to drink alcohol and party.
Triangle Treats
LongmontFYI
Shayna Borenstein bakes Hamantaschen
with her son, Meir, in their home in Longmont.
Larger picture in the Extended Article
with her son, Meir, in their home in Longmont.
Larger picture in the Extended Article
Longmont, CO — When Shayna Borenstein was little, she’d dress up like a boy and her brother dressed like a girl, and they would delight in confusing their grandmother.
Earlier in the week, her mother would make dough for Hamantaschen, the traditional cookie for the Jewish holiday of Purim, and Borenstein and several of her seven sisters would pinch the dough into the cookie’s traditional triangular shape.
The dressing up and baking was for Purim, a joyous Jewish holiday where Jews, especially children, dress up in costumes or wear masks, and everyone gives baskets of food to friends and food or money to the poor. In general, it’s a time to get together and celebrate with a feast, and even to drink alcohol and party.
Mazal Tov! – Its a Girl!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Ahron and Sorah Odel (Crown Heights) on the birth of a baby girl.
May the newborn be a source of Nachas to her parents, grandparents, relatives and Klal Yisroel.
To submit your Simcha or Mazal Tov email us at mazaltov@crownheights.info!
A Once-Obscure Holiday, Purim’s Popularity Soars
Rivka Chaya Berman – Lubavitch.com
Purim festivities in Houston at the Texas Medical Center
Lubavitch HQ, NY — When Christopher Guest entitled the mock movie, at the heart of his new film, “Home for Purim,” he generated six million dollars’ worth of publicity for the relatively unknown Jewish holiday that is celebrated March 3-4. Chabad centers have found creative ways to spread Purim joy to Jewish people around the world.
Thus Shall be done… in Gan Temimim!
After learning the story of Purim with the miraculous turn of events, and that Haman led Mordechai in the royal robes atop the royal horse throughout the capital, the young Temimim of ULY, Crown Heights were treated to a pony ride to help them relive the story of Purim.
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Please Say Tehillim for…
Please take a moment and say a Kapitel Tehillim for a Refuah Shlaima.
URGENT REQUEST: Shimshon ben Faiga
and Matel bas Chana Fruma for a Refuah Shlaima!
Mazal Tov! – Its a Boy!
We would like to wish Mazal Tov to Sholom and Dina (nee Wolf) Toron (Crown Heights) on the birth of their firstborn son.
May the newborn be a source of Nachas to his parents, grandparents, relatives and Klal Yisroel.
To submit your Simcha or Mazal Tov email us at mazaltov@crownheights.info!
Yesterdays wreck that left three cars piled atop each other being taken apart.
Video of the Day – Cleaning up the Pile
Yesterdays wreck that left three cars piled atop each other being taken apart.
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