An atmosphere of simcha, achdus, and hisorerus filled the tent at Lubavitch Educational Center as hundreds gathered for a grand Siyum HaRambam, hosted by the Yeshiva Gedolah, marking the completion of the Rambam cycle in accordance with the Rebbe’s takanah of daily study.
Bochurim, rabbanim, shluchim, and members of the broader South Florida community came together in a powerful display of unity through Torah.
The evening was emceed by Rabbi Chaim Stern, Menahel of the Yeshiva, who warmly welcomed the distinguished guests and the large crowd in attendance. In his remarks, he encouraged all present to undertake a strong hachlata to begin — or strengthen — their daily Rambam learning, emphasizing the tremendous zechus and achdus created through this global limud.
The program continued with heartfelt recitation of Tehillim by two distinguished guests from Eretz Yisroel, Rabbi Mendy Ashkenazi of Kfar Chabad, acclaimed author of Biurim on the Rebbe’s maamorim and Rabbi Berke Mendelson, among the prominent askonim in Eretz Yisroel.
Head Shliach of Florida, Rabbi Benjy Korf, then addressed the gathering, speaking passionately about the importance of learning Rambam daily and faithfully following the Rebbe’s takanah. He underscored how this daily study unites Yidden worldwide and strengthens our collective preparation for the Geulah.
The highlight of the evening was the Siyum itself, conducted by Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Y. L. Schapiro, who completed the final halachos of the Rambam. In his address, he elaborated on the Rambam’s concluding halachos together with the Rebbe’s penetrating biurim, sharing profound insights and captivating stories that left a lasting impression on all in attendance.
Following the Siyum, Rabbi Mendel Krasnjanski, Maggid Shiur in the Yeshiva, delivered the haschala for the new cycle. He spoke about the Rambam’s unique synthesis of Nigleh and Kabbalah, offering thoughtful and illuminating perspectives about the Rambam himself.
The evening concluded with a beautiful and uplifting Seder Niggunim for all those present. The stirring melodies were led by world-renowned chazzan Berel Zucker, accompanied masterfully by pianist Pinni Ostreicher. The heartfelt niggunim elevated the atmosphere and brought the inspiring evening to a moving close.
