JEM Restores Rare 1960s Tishrei Photos of the Rebbe
Now, through the rediscovery of old film and JEM’s ongoing archival efforts, a remarkable new collection brings Tishrei of the late 1960s and early 1970s to light.
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Oholei Torah Celebrates Historic Expansion with the Dedication of the Michelashvili Beis Medrash
With the extraordinary generosity of Rabbi Yossi and Mrs. Yael Michelashvili, Oholei Torah is proud to announce the addition of a magnificent new Zal – The Michelashvili Beis Medrash.
The Names of the Kdoshim of Rudnya, Russia, Immortalized With Renewed Memorial Tablet at Burial Site
Many local residents, Jews from the nearby cities Smolensk and Vitebsk, and distinguished guests came to honor the memories of the Jews buried at the Memorial site.
Two Illegal Migrants Arrested On Terror Charges Over Plans To Bomb Chabad Center in Florida
Project Veritas published a breaking report after its reporting led to the arrest of two Brazilian nationals who planned to bomb a Chabad Center in Orlando, FL.
A newly digitized collection of almost 3,000 volumes of manuscripts is now available for public viewing online thanks to the Library of Agudas Chassidei Chabad. (Art: Sefira Lightstone)
High Holiday Treasures from the Central Chabad Library
In honor of the High Holidays, we present here a select sampling of these cherished volumes and items, and invite you to explore the stories hidden beneath their pages.
In Tribute To Sara Even-Israel Steinsaltz OB’M
Sara was no ordinary woman. In fact, the Lubavitcher Rebbe once called her an “Eshet Chaver” – a Talmudic title for the wife of a Sage. Surely, the Rebbe did not bestow this title on Sara lightly.
Polishing Torah scrolls and Distribution of Kimcha DeTishrei to all on Erev Rosh Hashana
At the behest of Russia’s Chief Rabbi, Berel Lazar, the distribution of food baskets was increased this year, and the Rabbi personally came to oversee the large distribution that took place over several days at the Shaarei Tzedek Jewish Chesed Center.
Historic First: The Sound of the Shofar Heard in the Historic Amber Castle
The Amber Museum in Kaliningrad, which houses the world’s largest state exhibition on amber, is located in the Dohna Castle, built about 175 years ago as part of Königsberg’s fortification system. This week, the sound of the shofar was heard for the first time within the castle’s walls.
Tsevie Gopin’s Crown Heights home was a welcome base for an inestimable number of visitors to the neighborhood of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory. She passed away on Aug. 6 at the age of 67.
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Obituary: Tsevie Gopin, 67, My Mother-in-Law
Well, I loved my mother-in-law, Tsevie Gopin, and will forever miss her warmth, humor, exaggerations, border-line intrusiveness, overflowing love and deep, deep wisdom. She passed away on 13 Menachem Av (the evening of Aug. 6) at the unfairly young age of 67.
From Volunteering in Israel to Leadership at Home, CYP Encounter Participants Return with Purpose
The trip was nearly canceled in the wake of the escalating conflict with Iran. With rockets flying and tensions rising, organizers considered postponing. But one by one, participants reaffirmed their commitment.
“Never Again Is Now: We Will Fight Antisemitism Relentlessly,” Declares New U.S. Ambassador in Kyiv During Visit to Babi Yar With Chief Rabbi
Julie Fisher, the newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, visited the Babi Yar memorial together with Rabbi Yonatan Markovitch and Rabbi Rafael Rotman, and declared: “We will stand alongside the Jewish community in Ukraine and will not allow antisemitism to rise again. The United States is committed to ensuring that atrocities against Jews never happen again.”
How A Summer Journey Empowered Public School Teens to Live Jewishly Back Home
More than the fun times and the memories that were created, the boys came back home with a stronger Jewish identity and the confidence to live more proudly as Jews back in their everyday lives.
The “Jewish Autonomy” Area of Russia Receives It’s First Sefer Torah
Since the arrival of the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s emissaries, there has been a Jewish renaissance in the city that is constantly developing, but they did not have their own Torah scroll – until this week.
Young Jewish Men Embark on Inspirational Journey Through Belarus
The initiative is aimed at deepening Jewish identity by connecting participants with their heritage, history, and contemporary Jewish life in the region.
Released Time Kickstarts with a Teachers Training Conference
The day-long event featured returning teachers alongside newcomers, with all participants gaining valuable insights from carefully curated speakers and sessions.
The 16th International Russian Jewish Shabbaton: A Shabbaton That Changes Lives
For sixteen years, the International Russian Jewish Shabbaton has been a beacon of inspiration, transformation, and Jewish pride. Year after year, it touches souls, strengthens communities, builds Jewish homes, and unites generations. Above all, it is known as a Shabbaton that truly changes lives.
President Herzog Meets Chabad Emissaries During Historic Visit to Latvia
During the visit, President Herzog was presented with a rare and personal piece of history by Rabbi Shneor Kot, Chabad emissary in Riga, and Rabbi Mendy Zilbershtrom, emissary in the resort city of Jūrmala.
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