April 1, 2019the imminence of the Geula
The Persian Gulf War ended almost as soon as it began — in under four weeks. In a series of three Michtovim Kloliyim — public letters — that were written by the Rebbe in honor of Pesach that year, the Rebbe wrote on the topic of miracles.
MOSHIACH NEEDS YOU, THE LAMED VOV’NIK!
“A person buys a ticket to win the lottery – not the second or third prize, but first prize! Someone has to win – he reasons – so why shouldn’t it be me? What makes me less likely to win than all the others? * So too in our case, he can indeed be one of the Lamed-Vov tzaddikim…”
Does Chapstick Need a Hechsher?
Many poskim maintain that inedibles do not have to be kosher. What is considered inedible halachically, though, is not completely clear. It can range from something not usually served at a meal to an item that does not qualify as food-grade.
Can I Use a Non-Jewish Name in Business?
The importance of a Jewish name is explained in many places, probably the most potent source is what Chazal say regarding the Yidden in Mitzrayim:
Will My Child Feel Deprived?
I am a young parent who is well aware of the potential harms of technology and the outside influences it can bring. I am doing my best to protect my children and don’t let them access social media and overuse technology. But I am concerned they will grow up feeling deprived, especially with almost everyone around them having it available. What would you advise me?
"Prophetic and Pragmatic"
The Rebbe’s teachings focus on the transcendent aspect of the Divine, of the Jewish soul. The Rebbe sees everything through the prism of Torah. The Rebbe is credited with thousands of miracles. The Rebbe clearly is connected to a higher, mystical and supernatural world.
Kosher Pork
A rabbi was walking down the street when he saw a member of his congregation going into a treif restaurant and sitting down to eat. The rabbi was shell-shocked but wouldn’t dare go inside. However, when the first opportunity presented itself, he went over to this Jew and bombarded him: “What were you doing inside that non-kosher eatery?”
THREE MIRACLES
Rabbi and Mrs. Hertzel and Chagit Borochov are known to many, thanks to their Merkaz Igros Kodesh that they’ve been operating for years.