Chabad

Ultra-Orthodox Jewish organization across the world. Known for its international outreach

Robust new 'semitism' can strengthen the Jewish community - opinion

“Robust Semitism” became a “thing” among many students, young professionals and friends. I am becoming increasingly convinced that if properly developed, it would strengthen the Jewish community.

By LEVI SHEMTOV
09/06/2023

Most of Kherson’s Jews fled when Russia invaded, a flood could make the rest leave

About 20 Jewish families have been directly affected by the flooding so far, and they are taking shelter in Jewish institutions.

By JTA STAFF
09/06/2023

Israelis flock to this tiny town in Peru for vacation — and psychedelic spirituality

A yellow flag with a blue crown is draped over the bannister of one of the two-story buildings flanking the square, reading “Mashiach” — “Messiah” in Hebrew.

By Jacob Kessler/JTA
01/06/2023

U.S. diplomat visits Jewish orphanage in Odessa after night of heavy shelling

After a difficult night of shelling in Odessa, a special solidarity visit at the city’s Chabad Mishpacha orphanage.

Ghana rabbi speaks of complex life at Middle East rabbinic conference

The conference included presentations and meetings with Serge Bardugo, president of Morocco's Jewish communities and the rabbis of Morocco's Beth Din.

18/05/2023

Ukraine's Jews celebrate Lag Ba'Omer in different ways

"The state of war continues to greatly challenge the Jewish routine... [we will] continue to preserve both the communities and the Jewish year cycle."

10/05/2023

Skver Hasidic sect bans artificial intelligence: 'Abomination, heresy'

The Skver community is based in the village of New Square, New York, and is considered particularly traditionalist.

By Jackie Hajdenberg/JTA
02/05/2023

Chabad of Barcelona synagogue hit with anti-Israel graffiti on Israeli independence day

This is the second act of graffiti vandalism on one of the city’s synagogues in nine days, following a similar incident on April 17 at the Great Synagogue of Barcelona.

By ORGE CASTELLANO/JTA
27/04/2023

Jewish awakening in Tel Aviv: Freeing olim from Diaspora Judaism's cage

Whether inching toward a more Orthodox lifestyle or stepping away from it, most Jewish immigrants in Tel Aviv have moved to the city with a consciousness around their Jewish identity.

By SHANNA FULD
26/04/2023

Holocaust survivor meant to recite prayer at main ceremony hospitalized

Holocaust survivor Efraim Mol was rushed to the hospital. In his place, the El Maleh Rahamim prayer will be recited by Shuli Rand.

17/04/2023
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