Born & Bred In 770: Our Tishrei with the Rebbe — As Kids In Crown Heights (Part 2)

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Rambam In-Depth: The Spiritual Eminence of Converts

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Join Rabbi Heschel Greenberg and dive into the profound insights of Rambam’s introduction to the Mishneh Torah, where he unveils the remarkable spiritual stature of converts (gerim) in the transmission of the Torah. Uncover the surprising emphasis he places on the righteous status of gerim like Rabbi Akiva and Rabbi Meir, challenging conventional perceptions.

Preparations Underway for the Grand Siyum of the 10th Sefer Torah Haklali

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Preparations are underway for the Grand Siyum of the 10th Sefer Torah Haklali, next week Tuesday 23 Adar beis. Thousands are anticipated to participate in the Siyum, which will take place with a grand procession throughout the Gaza envelope communities • Full Story, Photos

Levaya Held for Mrs. Miriam Torenheim

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Dozens joined the Levaya of Mrs. Miriam Torenheim, a beloved wife and mother from Crown Heights, as it passed by 770 on its for burial at Old Montefiore Cemetery • Photos

Purim In The Shadow Of Mourning

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A Journey into the feelings of the Jewish Community in the World’s Largest Country. A heavy shadow of mourning hovers over Russia’s capital city with the arrival of the holiday of Purim • Full Story, Photos

Take A Flying Leap Into Redemption

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At the Right Time: the sun and moon have separate calendars, that’s why every few years we set a leap year that bridges the two. What do you learn from a leap year? And what is special about this week? • Full Article

Every Siyum Harambam Is a Celebration, But This Year Is Unique!

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Today we are finishing the 43rd cycle of the daily Rambam and Sefer Hamitzvos. In just a few weeks, on Acharon Shel Pesach, it will be exactly 40 years since the beginning of this special takana. Today, as we celebrate the end of the 43rd cycle, it’s the perfect time to join in the learning (if you aren’t already), to upgrade your learning • Full Story

Heartbreaking Levaya Held For Young Shliach

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Hundreds joined the heartbreaking Levaya of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Landa, OBM, a young father and Shliach in Toronto, as it passed by 770 on its way for burial at Montefiore Cemetery • Photos

43rd Siyum Harambam Celebrated in Beis Chayeinu

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Photos by Dov Ber Hechtman for Chabadinfo

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On Monday night, 17 Adar II, Anash and Temimim joined Rabbonim and Mashpiim in Beis Chayeinu – 770 for the “Bo Bayom” Siyum, which marked the completion of the 43rd cycle of daily 3-Perakim Rambam • Full Story, Photos

Mrs. Leah Althaus, 28, OBM

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We are deeply saddened to report on the passing of Mrs. Leah Althaus, a young mother and Shlucha in Dnieper and the daughter of Harav Meir Ashkenazi, mara d’asra of Kfar Chabad. She passed away on 16 Adar II, 5784 • Full Story

Rabbi Menachem Mendel Landa, 32, OBM

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We are deeply saddened to report on the passing of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Landa, a young father and Shliach in Toronto, Canada. He passed away on Tuesday, 16 Adar II, 5784. The levaya will pass by 770 at 1:00 pm • Full Story

Tonight: Siyum Harambam In 770

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In honor of the completion of Rambam in the 3 chapter cycle, a grand Siyum Harambam will be held in 770 with leading Rabbonim and Mashpiim • Read More

The Quiet Encirclement That Surprised Hamas

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The IDF and Shin Bet operation in the Hamad neighborhood in Khan Yunis: 120 high-rise buildings were searched, hundreds of terrorists were arrested and dozens were eliminated • Full Story, Watch

A Lasting Elevation

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Enjoy a Beautiful Maamar of the Rebbe “Zos Toras Haola” – 5740, in Honor of Shabbos Parshas Tzav. By Shliach Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz • Watch

Chabad Brings Purim Joy to Israeli Officials

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Like every year, Shliach Rabbi Menachem Mendel Wilhelm brought the Mitzvos of Purim to Israeli Government Ministers, Knesset Members, and business leaders • Photos

Purim Widely Celebrated in India’s Capital

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“From Hodu (India) to Kush (Ethiopia)” – Purim at Chabad of New Delhi, India, directed by Rabbi Shneur Kupchik, was an exciting time, with a large crowd participating in the Purim festivities and hearing the Megillah • Photos

Paris Lights Up for Purim 5784

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Yidden across Paris celebrated Purim at over 200 Chabad Houses across Paris, and it’s the surrounding suburbs, to celebrate Purim in high fashion, complete with costumes, as they read the Megillah and gave out Mishloach Manos to their friends and family, and generously gave Matonas Le’evyonimm, and more. The preparations were done by Beis Lubavitch led by Rabbi Shlomo Azimov • Photos, Video

Simchas Purim In Action: Crown Heights Celebrates Purim

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Photos by Dov Ber Hechtman for Chabadinfo

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On the streets of Crown Heights Purim was on full display. Parents walk alongside their little Mordechai’s and Queen Esther’s, hands laden with Sholach Manos, wishing their friends a hearty “A Freilichen Purim!” Children excitedly hustling along to the next corner to fulfill Matanos L’evyonim and much so much more • 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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Photos: This Week in 770

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

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Born & Bred In 770: Our Tishrei with the Rebbe — As Kids In Crown Heights (Part 2)

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