As a young Jew, he inked his Jewish identity onto his skin. Then he deepened his connection to Judaism and adopted a full Jewish lifestyle--including educating others on the prohibition of getting a tattoo.

The Art of Combining Energies: Why letter order matters

Jono makes jokes, get struck by lightning, and figures out how to mute G-fish. Watch, laugh, and maybe drink a soda?

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Eli and Ezzy wonder what life would be like if they were still slaves in Egypt.

Sarah and Avi find a letter “mem,” and help him find a mitzvah that starts with the letter “mem.”

A special presentation in honor of Gimmel Tammuz, the anniversary of the Rebbe’s passing.

A short video presentation on the life of the Rebbe.

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 123 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

Although the ashes of the red heifer purify the impure individual, the Kohen becomes impure when performing it. Here’s the fascinating lesson we need to learn from this ritual.

Experience the miraculous exodus of the Jewish people out of the mighty Egyptian empire—in a unique, fun-filled (and educational) style!

This portion describes Moses' unusual way of healing those who suffered from poisonous snake bites. A Jewish look at how healing really works.

A compilation of moments with the Rebbe, of righteous memory, highlight some of his key messages and ideas.

The Red Heifer is the single most incomprehensible commandment in the Torah. By the same token, it most accurately represents the most incomprehensible part of the soul.

Take an exciting trip back in time to the court of King Ahasuerus and his beautiful Jewish wife Queen Esther as you watch the dramatic story of the Jewish victory over Persian persecution. (Please be advised this video may be too graphic for younger kids.)

A virtuous heroine. A wicked villain. It’s the ancient, true story of Queen Esther, brought vividly to life in a delightfully educational way.

Each shape of a letter shows it's unique creative power

While devoting yourself to helping others, safeguard time for your own spiritual and emotional growth. Focus energy inward as well as outward.

Feel the rhythm…hear the beat….and let your spirit get you jumping on your feet! Get ready to sing, dance and exercise together with Mendy and his friends in this exhilarating animated workout video for the whole family.

Being Jewish is fun in so many ways. Why do you like being Jewish?

Feel the rhythm…hear the beat….and let your spirit get you jumping on your feet! Get ready to sing, dance and exercise together with Mendy and his friends in this exhilarating animated workout video for the whole family.

Jono makes jokes, get struck by lightning, and figures out how to mute G-fish. Watch, laugh, and maybe drink a soda?

The Red Heifer is the single most incomprehensible commandment in the Torah. By the same token, it most accurately represents the most incomprehensible part of the soul.

Although the ashes of the red heifer purify the impure individual, the Kohen becomes impure when performing it. Here’s the fascinating lesson we need to learn from this ritual.

This portion describes Moses' unusual way of healing those who suffered from poisonous snake bites. A Jewish look at how healing really works.

One of the most infamous events in the Bible is Moses' striking the rock to bring forth water. Why did Moses do what he did? Was it a mistake or was there a reason? How can this seemingly rebellious act be understood within the context of Moses' perfect obedience to G-d?

The parshah of Chukat contains 87 verses, and the mnemonic for it are the words Lemidva, Yemuel, and Uzi. Explore the coded message in this Masoretic note and its connection to the general themes of the Parshah.

Learn the profound connections between the weekly parsha and its related Haftorah.

While devoting yourself to helping others, safeguard time for your own spiritual and emotional growth. Focus energy inward as well as outward.

The Sages state: Aaron loved peace and would bring people close to Torah. The Big Ben offers some perspective.

Analysis of Rashi's commentary on the ritual of the Red Heifer through the lens of ancient Hebrew manuscripts.

Once the Messianic Era begins — world peace, universal enlightenment, an end to suffering and eternal life — one would assume that having accomplished his mission the Moshiach's central role would no longer be required. Yet this is not the case, to the contrary! In clarifying this mystery, this class will present an overview of G-d's objective in creation as revealed by the Sages over the millennia and how our understanding of His purpose undergoes an evolving ever-deepening appreciation, layer beneath layer, until the final curtain on G-d's very Essence is drawn. (This class is in honor of the Rebbe's 20th Yahrtzeit anniversary)

This week's portion states (Numbers 19:15) "Any open vessel which has no seal fastened around it becomes unclean." Based on this verse, Maimonides discusses various scenarios in which the contents of a vessel with a tight-fitting lid (Heb. "tzamid patil") are protected from ritual impurity. What are these particular scenarios and how does each one correspond symbolically to another aspect of our relationship with G-d? (Based on Likutei Sichos vol. 38, pp. 72.)

Describing the red heifer ritual, the Torah states (Numbers 19:2) “Take a red heifer that never had a yoke placed upon it.” The Hebrew word for yoke (ol) is normally spelled ayin-vav-lamed, but in this verse, the vav is missing. What is the connection between 1) the missing vav, 2) the Edomites who are descended from Esau, and 3) the story of Moses striking the rock?

How the Parah Adumah is a template for the super-rational nature of Judaism.

What happened to the Clouds of Glory after the passing of Aharon? We don’t find mention of them returning—like with the well of water following the passing of Miriam.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

The Levites' song in the Holy Temple

During the three weeks between the 17th of Tammuz and the 9th of Av, we mourn the loss of both Holy Temples in Jerusalem. The Torah tells us, however, that when we study the laws of the Temple’s construction, we are already rebuilding it.

Laws of guarantors

The Levites' song in the Holy Temple

The maidens' Tu b'Av song

Worker's ethics

Testimony verification

When the era ended for various virtues

Constant growth -- in this world and the next

Who is covered by the cantor's prayer?

Laws of muktzeh on Yom Tov

In the first of the “Trilogy of Tribulations,” Jeremiah describes his inauguration as prophet. Although his first prophecy is one of impending doom, it contains within it a hidden message about the power to transform mourning into joy.

In the second haftorah of the “Trilogy of Tribulations” we learn how the prophet Jeremiah’s rebuke of his contemporaries can teach us today how to turn criticism into a powerful catalyst for change.

The Levites' song in the Holy Temple.

Born in India to Persian Jews, Sarah Karmely was guided by the Rebbe to become an author, teacher, guide, and mentor to thousands, with lots of miracles and drama along the way.

A Glimpse Into the Divine: Wrapping up Shaar hayichud Veha’emunah

A detail in the Korach narrative about Moshe going to the renegades, underscores how far do you have to go for a Jew who has turned their back on Judaism?

Do we appreciate how radical the Frierdicker Rebbe's sacrifice for Judaism was? We see this in what happened on Gimmel Tammuz, the day marking the beginning of the Frierdicker Rebbe's liberation.

Purchase a letter in the Unity Torah to protect the Jewish Nation.

Personal reflections and memories from encounters with the Rebbe. (A talk at a tribute for the Rebbe’s Yahrtzeit)

Amid the Iran-Israel War, Rabbi Yossy Goldman shares the Rebbe’s unwavering faith, confidence and commitment to a bright Jewish future. A talk at a tribute for the Rebbe’s Yahrtzeit.

In describing the rebellion of Korach, the Talmud says Korach created discord—even though he claimed to champion equality.

The Lubavitch Youth Organization invites you to attend an evening of tribute at the Rebbe’s Ohel, in honor of the Rebbe's upcoming Yahrtzeit. Featured speakers: Rabbi Yossy Goldman and Rabbi Mendy Herson.

As our brothers and sisters in the Holy Land face down Iran's massive missile attack, we see miracles unfolding. Join us as we unite with them for a live online gathering of prayer, charity, and faith.

Yeshiva students at Lubavitch Mesivta of Chicago sing a soulful Chabad nigun.

How the spies took their scare tactics about the Promised Land to a whole different level.

Contrasting the blunder of the ten spies that Moshe sent versus the success of the two spies Joshua dispatched conveys a fundamental lesson in our personal growth.

A fresh perspective on why impure Jews were upset to be excluded from the Pesach offering.

Following the details of lighting the menorah, the Torah emphasizes that the menorah must be fashioned from a single block of gold. Understanding Rashi’s approach will show how Aharon didn't just light the Menorah, he completed it.

Why were the Jews exhausted when they reached Sinai? Discover how standing at Sinai exposed the deepest Jewish unity. (Based on Likutei Sichos vol. 28 Rosh Chodesh Sivan)

The Second Passover teaches us how we can fully embrace the present without being hampered by the past.

Why the blessing for the woman falsely accused of infidelity is easy childbirth.

Everything has a purpose; our responsibility is to use it to the max. This we learn from the wagons donated to the Mishkan.

Combining the individual’s unique contribution and the value in being part of the greater collective—to reach the incredibly unique nature of Jewish unity as illustrated in the inaugural offerings of the leaders of the twelve tribes.

In this episode of Torah Unboxed, we dive into interesting English editions of Pirkei Avot (Ethics of Our Fathers)—a classic in a Jewish library. Each one has its own personality; some lean into Chassidic wisdom, others take a scholarly approach, and some

The Leviim were charged with ensuring the boundaries were kept so no Israelite enters the Sanctuary. Learn two dimensions to this responsibility, and how healthy boundaries produce healthy societies.

Rashi offers insight into how Aharon’s sons are considered Moshe’s children. Discover the power of teaching, how you become someone's spiritual parent.

Understanding Rashi’s commentary on the participation of the tribal leaders in counting the nation. A lesson on how each of us has unique qualities, and how that's what makes our nation whole.

Radical unity and radical spiritual growth, and the buildup to the Giving of the Torah.

The Torah details the different jobs of the three Levite families in carrying the Tabernacle when journeying through the desert. Discover how this symbolizes three models of a Jew’s journey in life.

The formation of the twelve tribes, divided into four camps surrounding the Tabernacle, represent the four keys for balanced living.

Is there any point in saying Viduy (confession) if we don't intend to change? Are we guaranteed to do Teshuvah in the end? We learn about all of this in the section of the rebuke.