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1200 Join 15th Russian Jewish Shabbaton of Unity and Jewish Pride
Twelve hundred people of all ages, including two hundred children, gathered in a grand show of Jewish unity and pride at the 15th International Russian Jewish Shabbaton. Full Story, Photos, Video
600 Parents Join Kesher Nafshi Weekend of Chizuk
Over 600 parents gathered at the Armon Hotel on a recent Shabbos for the twelfth weekend of chizuk for parents of struggling children with a rousing keynote address by Chabad lecturer and author Rabbi Shais Taub. Full Story, Photos, Video
The World of the Mother of a Hamas Hostage
The lives of Jon and Rachel Goldberg-Polin were turned upside down when their son Hersh was abducted as one of the 242 hostages taken by Hamas into Gaza. A call to do Mitzvos for the safe return of Hersh and all the other hostages. Full Story
The Northernmost Chabad House in the World
Illuminations #90, a publication by COLlive.com and DollarDaily.org: Rabbi Avi and Mushky Feldman share stories and moments of Shlichus at Chabad of Iceland. Full Story
Removing Mezuzah When Moving to Another House
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Stump the Rabbi: Is one permitted to remove their Mezuza when moving to another house? Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb of Kfar Vradim in northern Israel answers. Video
Long Island Shluchim Gather for Hakhel Kinus
Sunday, 5 Menachem Av, more than 40 Shluchim couples and some 80 children of all ages gathered at the beautiful Chabad of Great Neck campus for a full day Hakhel Kinus. Full Story
Can a Tzadik Ever Reach the Level of a Baal Teshuva?
Stump the Rabbi: Can a Tzadik ever reach the level of a Baal Teshuva? Rabbi Shloma Majeski, Dean of Machon L'Yahadus in Crown Heights, answers. Video
CYP Encounter To Unite Young Jewish Professionals In The Midwest
The Chabad Young Professionals Encounter: Midwest Shabbaton is set to bring together communities across the Midwest for an immersive Shabbat experience. This rejuvenating event will include soulful farbrengens, thought-provoking classes, social gatherings, and networking opportunities. Full Story
What Are the Chabad Food Stringencies on Pesach?
Stump the Rabbi: What Are the Chabad Food Stringencies on Pesach? Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb of Kfar Vradim in northern Israel answers. Video
Is There a Halachic Issue with Having a Dog or a Cat?
Stump the Rabbi: Is there a Halachic issue with having a dog or a cat at home? Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb answers. Video
When is the ‘7th Hour’ When We Don’t Make Kiddush?
While many people think that the time we are not supposed to make Kiddush is between 6 pm and 7 pm, that is not exactly correct. The website 7thhour.info calculates what the inherent 'real-time' is in your location. Full Story, Video
Should Children Bring a Cell Phone to School?
Stump the Rabbi: Is there a benefit to letting children bring a cell phone to school? Rabbi Mendy Wolf responds. Video
Live: 14th National Russian Virtual Shabbaton
Live on Sunday: Thirteen-hour marathon of transformation and inspiration in preparation for the auspicious day of Yom Kippur. You’ve heard about the National Russia Shabbaton, the largest of its kind in the United States with over 1,200 participants, and even wished you could come. Well, you can join us this Sunday, and best of all, the event is free! Full Story
Who Came Up With Celebrating ‘Chodorom’?
Stump the Rabbi: Who came up with "Chodorom", and how is it celebrated? Rabbi Noam Wagner explains. Video
How Do I Stay Motivated as a First Year Teacher
Stump the Rabbi: How do I keep myself motivated as a first year teacher when I don't see results? Rabbi Mendy Wolf answers. Video
Shabbos at Camp Chomeish Enhanced by Series of Guests
Camp Chomeish was privileged this summer to host an incredible lineup of Shabbos guests who inspired campers and gave shiurim and farbrengens. Full Story
What to do When Bitachon in Hashem Doesn’t Work
Stump the Rabbi: How can it be that in some instances Bitachon in Hashem doesn't seem to work? Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Noam Wagner explains. Video
What To Do If a Ketubah Was Misplaced
Stump the Rabbi: I misplaced my Ketuba, Is there anything I need to do? Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb, Shliach and Rabbi of the Kfar Vradim town in northern Israel, answers. Video
Does Beer Need a Hechsher?
Stump the Rabbi: Does beer need a Hechsher? Rabbi Yoni Rappaport answers. Video
Was the Frierdiker Rebbe “Moshiach ben Yosef”?
Stump the Rabbi: Is the Frierdiker Rebbe “Moshiach ben Yosef”? Did the Rebbe ever say that? Rabbi Noam Wagner answers. Video
Are There Kashrus Stringencies That Are Trivial
Stump the Rabbi: What stringencies of Kashrus can one ease up on? Rabbi Mendy Wolf answers. Video
Why Doesn’t Chabad do Birchas Kohanim Every Day?
Stump the Rabbi: Why doesn't Chabad do Birchas Kohanim every day? Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb answers. Video
Was There Ever a Time Without a Physical Rebbe
Stump the Rabbi: Was there ever a generation in history led by a Nasi who was not physically seen in this world? Rabbi Noam Wagner answers. Video
Why Don’t We Wear Four Pairs of Tefillin?
Stump the Rabbi: Why don't we wear four pairs of Tefillin - Rashi, Rabbeinu Tam, Shimusha Rabba and Raavad? Chassidus teacher Rabbi Yossi Paltiel answers. Video