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The Knesset approved, today (Wednesday), by unanimous vote with no opposition or abstentions, the first reading of a bill to establish a center dedicated to preserving the legacy of The Lubavitcher Rebbe Melech Hamoshiach and the Chabad Chassidic dynasty. The bill was initiated by MK Rabbi Amichai Eliyahu of Otzma Yehudit • Read More
As Lubavitcher Chassidim, we strive to share the joy and warmth of the holiday with others, as inspired and encouraged by the Rebbe—especially on Purim. When we meet other Jews in the Purim spirit, we have a unique opportunity to connect with them about Judaism like never before! • Full Story, Video
In an electrifying Mivtza Hachana for Yud Shvat – “L’Dovka Boi” Mivtza, the Bochurim of YTTL Queens Yeshiva reached remarkable achievements! A grand celebration honored the Tmimim’s outstanding accomplishments, with many earning sets of Shas, Sifrei Maamorim, Sichos, and Rambam • Full Story, Photos
From Beis Moshiach Magazine: There is no greater pleasure than listening to a farbrengen of the Rebbe. Special sweetness was reserved for the Purim farbrengens of the early years in which, if it is possible to say so, the concept of “when the king’s heart was merry with wine” was palpable. The Rebbe farbrenged and poured giluyim on those present; unusual expressions about the Rebbe himself (“Ploni ben Ploni” is the term used), remarkable stories, pearls about the coming of Moshiach and the Geula, etc. • Full Article
Chabadinfo in collaboration with Beis Moshiach Magazine presents: The Rebbe’s Opinion On, a series featuring the Rebbe’s opinion and directive on various subjects • Tidbits from Sichos and letters where the Rebbe talks about mashke • Full Article
Alternate side parking regulations will be is suspended for Purim, on Friday, March 14. Parking meters will remain in effect.
In a series of ‘Stump The Rabbi’ questions, Rabbi Yossi Paltiel, a popular Crown Heights teacher and mentor, answers many interesting questions. In this clip he responds to: “Can the Mitzvah of ‘Ad D’lo Yoda’ be fulfilled on Purim without getting drunk?” • Watch
Commanding Officer, Scot E Pomerantz, Police Inspector at Port Authority Police Department at JFK Airport, put up a Mezuzah at his office at JFK Airport, after transferring to the airport from PATH, with the help of Shluchim, Rabbi Yosef Carlebach and Rabbi Mendy Carlebach of Rutgers University, and Rabbi Yossi Rapp of ChabadAir • Full Story, Video
As Purim approaches, many will be purchasing or receiving alcoholic beverages. To help you navigate this, Kashrus: Be in the Know is sharing two updated and easy-to-follow documents for this year • Full Story
Two years ago, on erev Purim, Yad L’Achim concluded a complex operation to rescue four children from a Palestinian village and return them to their mother • Full Story
Baby boy to Dovid and Mushkie Lokshin (nee Spielman)
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
Chabad Chassidim and public figures from across the spectrum are visiting the Wilschanski family to offer condolences during the shiva for their father, the esteemed Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Wilschanski OBM • Read More, Photos
Ahead of Purim, Crown Heights Rabbanim Rabbi Yosef Yeshaya Braun and Rabbi Avraham Osdoba have issued a letter to the community, reminding everyone of the well-known directive of The Rebbe, Melech HaMoshiach, regarding the restriction of alcohol consumption—even on Purim • Read
In a surprising statement at a General Staff Command conference, newly appointed IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir declared that he has no intention of removing patches from any soldier’s uniform • Read More
In a massive effort to spread the joy of Purim, over 70,000 Mishloach Manot packages arrived in Paris, organized by Beth Lubavitch under the leadership of Shaliach Rabbi Mendel Azimov • Read More, Photos
AKAY and Mendy J bring a fresh, high-energy take on the classic “Ve’Ahavta” by Jewish superstar Mordechai Ben David. This modern dance version blends EDM and a bit of a twist—including a Yiddish rap feature from Mendy Twerski that’s definitely going to catch people off guard in the best possible way • Full Story, Listen
The Paris community gathered in large numbers to celebrate the 44th Siyum HaRambam, an event brilliantly organized by Beth Lubavitch and presided over by Rabbi Mendel Azimov • Full Story, Photos, Video
Ba’al Menagen Rabbi Menachem Amar released a single of an authentic and precise rendition of the lively Niggun Simcha, that Reb Moshe Zhebiner frequently sang • Full Story, Listen
Over 500 people gathered at JetBlue Park in Southwest Florida for an unforgettable Jewish Heritage Day (Israel Fest)—a vibrant celebration of Jewish culture, unity, and tradition. The event featured live music, engaging family activities, and a bustling marketplace of local vendors, creating a joyful atmosphere filled with energy and connection • Full Story, Photos
Moshe asks Hashem to reveal Himself and is sent to the “Nikrat Hatzor” – a stone symbolizing repentance. There lies the root of mercy and atonement for the sin of the Golden Calf. But why there, of all places? • Full Article
The leadership of Iggud Talmidei HaYeshivos – ATO, has issued a mourning statement following the passing of Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Wilschanski, Rosh Yeshivos Chabad in Tzfas and a devoted Shliach of The Rebbe Melech HaMoshiach to Eretz Yisrael • Read More
Chasidic rock duo 8th Day, comprised of Bentzi and Shmuel Marcus, has released a brand-new song and music video just in time for Purim. The upbeat track, “Haman How’s It Hangin,” blends fun and catchy melodies with a powerful message of Jewish resilience • Watch
Chassidic singer Shmuelik Sofer presents a fresh take on an old Chabad melody from the town of Kovelitz, blending it with Pesukim from Megillas Esther. Lyrics: Megillas Esther. Melody: A traditional Kovelitz Chassidic Nigun. Vocals & Choir: Shmuelik Sofer, Yossi Brachan. Musical Arrangement & Production: Shmuelik Sofer. Cover Design: S&H. Recorded at: Yifus Brachan Studios • Listen
Numerous members of the Chabad community and public figures from across Israel have been arriving to comfort the Wilschanski family, who are sitting shiva following the passing of their father, the esteemed Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Wilschanski, of blessed memory • Read More, Photos, Watch
Former Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Shlomo Amar, made a stop at the ChabadAir stand in JFK Airport, where he expressed his support for their efforts in assisting Jewish travelers. During his visit, Rabbi Amar was presented with a special gift—a Tanya that had been printed at Boston Logan Airport by ChabadAir • Photos
In a rare and joyous event, the Jewish community of Odesa recently gathered at the Beit Menachem synagogue and Chabad House in Fontana, headed by Rabbi Mendy Wolf, for the ceremonial completion and inauguration of two new Torah scrolls • Full Story, Photos
This year marks 71 years since the renowned farbrengen of Purim 5713, in honor of the occasion, Chabadinfo pulled out from the Beis Moshiach Archives a two-part article in which R’ Hillel Zaltzman tells the story of the Farbrengen and the Doctor’s Plot: A terrifying episode and its resolution with the death of Stalin on Motzaei Purim, 1953. And was there a connection with the Rebbe’s farbrengen? • Part 2 of 2 • Full Article
Over 1,200 students of Lubavitch Educational Center’s Early Childhood and Boys Elementary and Middle Schools in Miami came together to produce an exciting new music video with singer Shlomo Simcha, that puts an original tune to the pesukim that correspond to the first and last letters of the Rebbe’s name, which are traditionally recited at the conclusion of Shemoneh Esrei • Full Story, Watch
Purim is a day of profound joy, celebration, and spiritual elevation. While many recognize Purim for its external expressions, its deeper significance is illuminated through the lens of Chassidus. This Purim, Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz has taken a powerful initiative: teaching six Mugah Maamorim of the Rebbe that delve into the inner dimensions of Purim • Full Article, Watch
After 519 days of war, Israel has finally halted all electricity supply to the Gaza Strip. On Sunday, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Eli Cohen signed an order instructing the Israel Electric Company to immediately stop providing power • Full Report
IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir and IDF Spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari have reached an agreement that Hagari will conclude his tenure in the coming weeks. Instead of being promoted to the rank of Major General, Hagari has decided to resign from the military • Read More
Yoey Muchnik’s new song, “Hodo Lo Ki Tov,” expresses deep gratitude and joy following the recovery of his newborn son. Written by Yoey Muchnik, a California Shliach, composer and singer-songwriter, the song highlights the fragility of life and the miracle of his baby’s health after a challenging NICU stay • Read More, Listen
Jewish social media star Brandon Farbstein, a Los Angeles native with millions of followers, who is known for his short stature, put on tefillin today at the request of Rabbi Mendy Blinitzky, CEO of ‘Yad LaYeled HaMeyuchad.’ The meaningful moment took place at the Palmachim military base following an emotional ceremony • Photo
A catastrophic flood has ravaged Bahía Blanca, Argentina, leaving thousands displaced and in dire need of assistance. Among those affected are Shluchim, Rabbi Shmuel and Shterni Freedman, and their four young children, who faced a harrowing nine-hour evacuation after being trapped in their home on Friday • Read More, Donate
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
For several decades now, many Chabad institutions, such as the Vaad L’Hafotzas Sichos as well Beis Moshiach Magazine, refer to the Rebbe with the title “Melech HaMoshiach.” • We asked the Beis Moshiach’s Vaad HaRuchni — Rabbi Zalman Liberow, Rabbi Berel Lipsker, and Rabbi Nachman Shapiro — to explain the importance of referring to the Rebbe with this title and what impact does this have on the readers? • Full Article
Op-Ed by Rabbi Zushe Posner A”H • A few years ago, on Gimmel Tammuz, I was sitting at home, and a yungerman who was in touch with me (apparently, he had a bit of l’Chaim already) came in and said to me, “Zushe, come to the farbrengen!” I told him, “I’ll get upset, I don’t want to come.” He replied, “That’s good! Come for a few minutes, get upset, and then go back home…” • Full Article
The question in the title of this article is perhaps one of the most controversial and confusing debates taking place in the world of Lubavitcher Chassidim today. But Rabbi Noam Wagner doesn’t find it that confusing. “The answer is clearly laid out in the Rebbe’s sichos and ma’amarim that were said and published in connection with Gimmel Tammuz.” • By Beis Moshiach Magazine • Full Article
Is going to the Ohel and saying Yechi a contradiction? Rabbi Shloma Majeski answers for Stump the Rabbi • Watch