As one of the most joyous days on the Jewish calendar, Lag B’omer—the yom hahilula of the Tanna Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai—is a יום סגולה ועת רצון, an auspicious day to elicit brochos and yeshuos from Hashem in the zechus of Rashbi.
The legendary pilgrimage to Rashbi’s resting place in Meron is also seen by many as an opportunity to daven for everything they need, materially and spiritually. Across the globe as well, Yidden take the opportunity on the auspicious day of Lag B’omer to visit kivrei tzaddikim and invoke the zechus of their holy souls on high to beseech on their behalf.
The Rebbe has taught that there is a unique value in visiting the Ohel on the day of Lag B’omer, as illustrated in the following passages selected from his teachings.
Pursuant to the Rebbe’s teachings, everyone is encouraged to take advantage of this special day and visit the Rebbe’s Ohel: 226-20 Francis Lewis Blvd. Cambria Heights, NY 11411. If you are unable to visit in person, you may also send a pan to be placed at the Ohel. Call 718-723-4545 or visit TheRebbesOhel.com
May all our tefilos be answered, and may we merit the geulah shleimah speedily in our days.
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Seizing the opportunity of this auspicious day, and to allow for as many people as possible to visit the Ohel, comfortable coach buses will be shuttling the eager crowds back and forth from Crown Heights throughout the day of Lag B’omer—from early morning until close to midnight—free of charge.
Trips will be in luxurious air-conditioned coach buses, and each person will receive a water bottle. Men, women, and children are invited, free of charge.
LEAVING KINGSTON AND EASTERN PARKWAY:
Every half hour. First bus leaving at 8 AM and last bus leaving at 9 PM.
LEAVING THE OHEL:
Every half hour. First bus leaving at 9 AM and last bus leaving at 10 PM.
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This project has been sponsored by Bais Shmuel-Chabad and members of the community. Organized by Menachem Benchemon. Media Sponsor: COLlive.com
Sponsored in-part by Yerachmiel and Rivka Leah Jacobson in honor of their daughter Mushky’s wedding to Nochum Mayer Rabin on Lag B’omer.
Many visit prior Bobover Rebbe in New Jersey on this day
Thank you to all those who sponsored and organized this initiative.
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