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Download: Weekly Kovetz Divrei Moshiach, Vayechi

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In honor of Shabbos Parshas VaYechi, the Machon Lehafotzas Toraso Shel Moshiach has released a pamphlet containing the Sicha from the 10th of Teves, after Mincha, 5745 and more • Download

30 Days: Rabbi Minkowicz’s In-Depth Study of ‘Basi L’Gani’

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As the 75th anniversary of Yud Shevat approaches, Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz of Chabad Lubavitch of Southwest Florida has released a comprehensive teaching on the seminal Maamar “Basi L’Gani,” originally delivered by the Previous Rebbe in 5710. This discourse, which holds profound significance in Chabad Chassidic thought, is studied annually in preparation for Yud Shevat, marking the day the Rebbe assumed leadership in 5711 • Read More, Watch

Yeshivas Ohr Elchanan Chabad in Los Angeles Evacuates Students Due to Wildfire Threat

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Ohr Elchanan Chabad Yeshiva in Los Angeles evacuated 300 students on Wednesday night as wildfires ravage Southern California. The fire, located just 3 miles from the yeshiva, has already destroyed several buildings in the area• Read More

House Approves Sanctions on ICC Following Arrest Warrants for Israeli Leaders

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House of Representatives passes Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its Chief Prosecutor, in response to its arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant • Full Story

JFK: Skulener Rebbe of Yerushalayim Receives Likkutei Sichos and Praises ChabadAir

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ChabadAir: The Skulener Rebbe of Yerushalayim Warmly Receives Weekly Likkutei Sichos and Praises Their Work at JFK Airport • Read More

Four Generations of the Rebbe’s Shluchim Dedicate Moldova’s Only Women’s Mikveh

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In Chișinău, the capital of Moldova, a moving ceremony marked the inauguration of the country’s only women’s mikveh. The event, filled with emotion, was a milestone for the Jewish community. The new mikveh, completed in just seven months, was named “Mikveh Liel” in memory of Liel Dina Namdar, z”l, a young woman tragically killed in a car accident three years ago • Full Story

Photos: This Week In 770

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Photos by Mendy Schiff for Chabadinfo

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This week, Beis Chayeinu has been vibrant with a blend of uplifting and everyday moments, beautifully captured by Chabadinfo photographer Mendi Shiff. From inspiring scenes to ordinary yet meaningful experiences, we invite you to explore this week’s gallery for Parshas Vayechi, 5785 • Gallery

What To Do: Halachos for Asarah B’Teves on Erev Shabbos

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The destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans in 70AD - a painting by David Roberts (1796-1849).

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In anticipation of the approaching 10th of Teves fast – may it be transformed into one of joy and celebration — which will fall out on a Friday, we present the laws and customs of what to do during this unique fast day, in a clear and easy format, excerpted from the guide published by the Rabbonim of Crown Heights • Halachos

Crown Heights Lights Up NYC With Six Menorah Parades

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This Chanukah, Crown Heights families once again had 6 Car Menorah Parade options to choose from! The initiative, by Rabbi Yoel Vogel, gave the opportunity for many more families to be able to participate in spreading the light of Chanukah, by having multiple parades on different nights and locations, and lending out Car Menorahs so that anyone with a car was able to participate! • Full Story, Photos

Rambam In-Depth: Can You Profit From Subletting?

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Journey into the Rambam’s illuminating perspective on property rental law, where ancient wisdom meets modern business challenges. As Rabbi Heschel Greenberg uncovers the Rambam’s revolutionary approach to subletting rights and profit distribution in Jewish law. Through careful analysis and a fascinating modern case from an Israeli library, we’ll discover how the Rambam’s distinction between movable and immovable property creates a sophisticated framework for understanding ownership and usage rights • Full Article, Watch

IDF Recovers Body of Hostage Youssef al-Ziyadne

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The IDF wrote in a statement that the IDF and ISA recovered the body of Youssef al-Ziyadne from a tunnel in the Rafah area. During the recovery operation, the troops found findings connected to Youssef’s son, Hamza and there is great concern for his life • Read More

Vayechi: Why Yaakov Couldn’t Reveal Moshiach’s Arrival

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This week’s reading tells of the blessings that Yaakov gave to his sons before he died. Blessings of power, success, wisdom and victory. Even blessings about Moshiach • By Rabbi Tuvia Bolton, Yeshiva Ohr Tmimim, Kfar Chabad, Israel • Full Article

Fire Engulfs Pacific Palisades: Six Sifrei Torah and Chabad House Building Saved

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Six Sifrei Torahs were saved from the Chabad House in Pacific Palisades, damaged in the ongoing Palisades Fire that engulfed the Los Angeles area. The devastating wildfire spread quickly through the Pacific Palisades neighborhood, and 30,000 residents have reportedly evacuated • Full Story, Video

Boys of Camp Gan Izzy Celebrate Chanukah in the Summer

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The boys’ division of Camp Gan Izzy in Melbourne, Australia, celebrated Chanukah with meaningful menorah lightings and a summer full of excitement • Full Story, Photos

Vayechi: A Devine Support Systen

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n the 10th of Tevet, we fast tocommemorate the day when Nebuchadnezzar, King of Bavel, laid siege to Jerusalem. The siege lasted 30 months until Nebuchadnezzar succeeded in breaching the city’s walls, destroying it along with the Beis Hamikdash, killing the yidden, and exiling the remaining survivors to Bavel. Can the fast hide a positive meaning? • Full Article

Kiddush Hashem: Shliach Gives His Boots to Homeless Woman in the Snow

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Rabbi Litvin, a Chabad Shliach in Kentucky known as the “Bourbon Rabbi,” displayed extraordinary kindness and made a great Kiddush Hashem when he went above and beyond to help a homeless woman in need • Full Story

Download: Weekly Geulah Publication, Vayechi

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The Weekly Geulah Publication provides updates and insights on the ongoing process of Redemption, blending news, Torah teachings, and Chassidic perspectives. Each issue connects current events to the themes of Moshiach and the Geulah, offering spiritual guidance and inspiration for readers to deepen their understanding and hope for the final redemption • Download

770: Hachnosas Sefer Torah on Hei Teves

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On the 5th of Tevet, a new Torah scroll was dedicated at Beis Chayenu-770, generously donated by the Kreisinger family. The event was filled with joy, as Bochurim and community members participated in lively dancing and Hakafot. Chabadinfo photographer Yossi Solomon captures the spirit of this unforgettable occasion • Photos

Mazal Tov

Dovid Ezagui to Chava Sorkin — Both from Brooklyn

Shmulik Greenberg – Kfar Chabad, Israel to Chani Hasofer – Tzfas, Israel

Velvel Reikhtman (Ben Reb Moshe) – Montreal to Channah Kagan (Bas Reb Zev Moishe) – Crown Heights

L’chayim will be Tuesday night in Ulam Chana – 556 Crown St.

Baby boy to Mendi and Devora Leah Labi (née Spielman) — Crown Heights

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Ambassador Huckabee Honored with Gemstone Pin Revealed Through the Rebbe’s Prophecy

As a token of appreciation for his unwavering support of the Land of Israel, the HolyGems company presented U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee with a unique gold pin bearing the American flag — embedded with red garnet stones that were discovered in the Holy Land, following the prophetic words of the Rebbe, Melech HaMoshiach • Full Article
Documentary: A Silent Hero – The Life of Horav Marlow

In honor of the yahrtzeit of the member of the Crown Heights Beis Din – Abir Sheb’abirim – Harav Hagaon, Harav Yehuda Kalman Marlow, A”H, Beis Moshiach, in conjunction with Chabadinfo.com, presents a beautiful documentary film, which was presented five years ago in honor of the twentieth yahrtzeit • Documentary
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An antisemitic campaign targeting Rabbi Menachem Margolin, head of the European Jewish Association and a prominent Shliach, has sparked outrage after his photos were posted across Brussels alongside inciteful messages accusing him of lobbying for “genocide.” • Full Story
El Al Launches Emergency Flights to Help 150,000 Israelis Stranded Abroad

In a sweeping effort to bring home tens of thousands of Israeli citizens stranded overseas, El Al has launched emergency repatriation flights following the closure of Israel’s airspace due to the ballistic missile threat from Iran. The operation, carried out in coordination with the Ministry of Transportation • Full Story

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Thousands Participate at the ‘Welcoming’ Ceremony

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