Kehot Publication - English Catalog 2017

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Kehot Publication Society ENGLISH LANGUAGE COLLECTION

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KEHOT PUBLICATION SOCIETY is the publishing division of the worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch movement and is the largest non-profit translator, publisher and distributor of Jewish literature, Chasidic texts and children’s titles in the world.

Dear seeker, student and scholar, “There are two levels in the study of Torah,” the Baal Shem Tov once said, “Torah of the mind and Torah of the heart. The mind contemplates, comprehends and understands; the heart feels. I have come to reveal Torah as it extends to the heart as well.”

In 1940, when Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak of Lubavitch arrived in New York, admirers explained that passionate, proactive Jewish life was for the old country. Here in “the Golden Country,” bare ritual observance sufficed, and even that was in decline.

Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak maintained that by sharing the “Torah of the heart,” the Jewish soul in America could soar to the heights of any in history. As one of his early activities, he founded Kehot to publish educational curricula and prayer books, halachic and Chasidic texts in their original Hebrew and Yiddish, and at the same time made these available in English, so that they were accessible to American Jews.

Under the visionary guidance of his son-in-law and successor, the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of blessed memory, millions of volumes on Jewish essentials, history, Chasidism, mysticism, inspiration and the Jewish way of life have been published in thirteen languages.

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In this catalog you’ll find a wealth of timeless classics and acclaimed new releases which bridge the gap between faith and feeling, ritual and understanding, knowledge and action. And more, staying true to our Rebbes’ vision, this catalog is itself filled with meaningful tidbits, historical background and fascinating excerpts related to the books offered.

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PRAYER

& LITURGY

Year-round. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

HISTORY

& BIOGRAPHY

Festivals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

The Chabad Rebbes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Commentary & Insights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

The Rebbetzins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

TORAH

& PARASHAH

The Kehot Chumash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Insights & Essays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Parenting & Teaching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

THE STUDY

of CHASIDUT

Tanya. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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From the Rebbes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Early Readers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

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PRAYER & LITURGY YEAR-ROUND. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 FESTIVALS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 COMMENTARY & INSIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

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YEAR-ROUND

ANNOTATED PRAYER SERIES

At Home in the Synagogue In 1978, Kehot introduced the first modern-vernacular Hebrew/English Siddur, translated by Rabbi Nissen Mangel, providing meaning to the prayers. In 2003, our Annotated Series reimagined the English reader’s prayer experience with a comprehensive set of intros, instructions and numerous other innovations.

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Congregation and chazzan bow as chazzan says:

åëøá Bö-r’chu es adonöy ha-m’voröch.

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Congregation and chazzan. Bow at Böruch, straighten up at adonöy:

THE AMIDAH

êåøá Böruch adonöy ha-m’voröch l’olöm vö-ed.

raying, concentrate on the meaning of the words. Remember that you stand before Do not respond Amen.

INSTRUCTIONS for sitting, standing and other customs ne Presence. Remove any distracting thoughts, allowing the mind to remain focused er. Before beginning the Amidah, take three steps back, then three steps forward. appear innight English on both English and the Hebrew From the second of Pesach through Shavuot, Omer pages is counted, page 136. he Amidah quietly—but audibly—while standing with feet together. Throughout the , ending on page 112, interruptions of any form are forbidden.

See additional laws Transliteration, page 625.

589.

HEADINGS identify major It is incumbent upon us to praise the Master of prayer sections 1

åðéIò all things, to exalt the Creator of all existence, that He has not «¤ ¨ ¦ § ¦ © ¦ ¨ § ¦ © ¨ § ¨Ÿ £ made us like the nations of the world, nor caused us to be Bend knees at KExA¨ ; bow at dY` ¨ © ; straighten up at ii ¨ §. like the families of the earth; that He has not assigned us a © ¥Ÿ ¡ «¥ £ ¥ Ÿ ¥ «¥ Ÿ ¡ ¨portion § ¨ © like theirs, nor a lot like that of all their multitudes, Ÿ ¡ bow to vanity and nothingness. But we bend the ¨ © ¥ ¨ Ÿ £ © ¥ Ÿ ¥ ¨ § ¦for¥they knee, bow down, and offer praise before the supreme King ¥ ¦ ¦¨£ ¥ § of ¤ kings, ¥ the¨Holy © § One, blessed be He, who stretches forth the heavens and establishes the earth, the seat of whose glory ¤ ¥ § ¥ û§ ¦ ¥ ¦¥ ¨ in the ¥ û§ ©heavens ¥ above, § is and the abode of whose majesty is

:Eúläz ãébé éôe çzôz éúôN ,éðãà

øáà ¨ § éäìà ,eðéúBáà éäìàå eðéäìà ,éé äzà Ceøa¨ ä© ìBãbä ìàä ,á÷ré éäìàå ,÷çöé éäìà äðB÷ ,íéáBè íéãñç ìîBb ,ïBéìr ìà ,àøBpäå ,íäéðá éðáì ìàBâ àéáîe ,úBáà éãñç øëBæå :äáäàa ¨ £ © § BîL§ åëøá Bless the Lord who is blessed.

Rosh Hashanah through Yom Kippur, add the following. (If omitted, it is not necessary eat the Amidah. See additional laws on page 589.)

îì © § ,íéiçä ¦ © © øôña ¤ «¥ § eðáúëå «¥ û§ ¨ § ,íéiça ¦ © © õôç ¥ ¨ Cìî ¤ «¤ ,íéiçì ¦ © § eðøëæ «¥ û§ ¨ :íéiç ¦ © íéäìà ¦Ÿ ¡ Bend knees at KExA¨ ; bow at dY` ¨ © ; straighten up at ii ¨ §.

äøáà ¨ ¨ § © ïâî ¥ ¨ ,éé¨ § äzà ¨ © Ceøa¨ .ïâîe ¥ ¨ réLBîe © «¦ øæBò ¥ Cìî ¤ «¤ ,äzà ¨ © íéúî ¦ ¥ äiçî ¤ © § ,éðãà ¨Ÿ £ íìBòì ¨ § øBa⦠äzà ¨© .réLBäì © «¦ § SHADED boxes show time-specific inserts and omissions

the winter (from Musaf of Shemini Atzeret to Shacharit of the first day of Pesach), d© cixFnE ¦ gExd © ¨ aiXn ¦ © . During the summer (from Musaf of the first day of Pesach Shacharit of Shemini Atzeret), say lHd ¨ © cixFn ¦ . If, in error, one said cixFnE ¦ gExd © ¨ aiXn ¦ © uring the summer, it must be corrected, and it may be necessary to repeat the (for additional laws, see page 589). However, if, in error, one said lHd ¨ © cixFn ¦ during er, it is not necessary to go back and correct it.

Appendices include ILLUSTRATED Winter: Summer: INSTRUCTIONS for observances such as tallit and tefillin

Lbä ¤ «¤ © ãéøBîe ¦ çeøä © « ¨ áéMî ¦ © :ìhä ¨ © ãéøBî ¦ ñ ,íéaø ¦ © íéîçøa ¦ £ © § íéúî ¦ ¥ äiçî ¤ © § ,ãñça ¤ «¤ § íéiç ¦ © ìkìëî ¥§ © § îà¡ íi÷îe ¥ © û§ ,íéøeñà ¦ £ øézîe ¦ © ,íéìBç ¦ àôBøå ¥ § ,íéìôBð ¦ û§

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MAARIV FOR WEEKNIGHTS

ALEINU

eternity You will reign in glory, as it is written in Your Torah: The Lord will reign forever and ever.1 And it is said: The Lord TRANSLITERATED ESSENTIALS such as Kaddish and will be King over the entire earth; on that day the Lord will be Borchu as needed One andappear His Name One. 2 within the regular page flow MOURNER’S KADDISH Mourners recite the following Kaddish (translation on page 77).

Congregation responds Amen as indicated.

Iãâúé Yis-gadal v’yis-kadash sh’mayh rabö. (Cong: Ömayn) MARKERS show appropriate congregational responses epilr aeh meie zayl ziaxr Chazzan recites Half Kaddish. Congregation responds on` ¥ ¨ as indicated.

éc¦ àîìra ¨ §û ¨ § (on` ¥ ¨ — Cong) .àaø ¨ © dîL ¥ § Lc÷úéå © © § ¦ § ìcbúé ©© § ¦ dð÷øet ¨§ ¥ ¨ û§ çîöéå © § © § ,dúeëìî ¥ §û © Céìîéå ¦ § © § dúeòøë ¥ û§ ¦ àøá ìëã ¨ § éiçáe ¥ © û§ ïBëéîBéáe ¥ û§ ïBëéiça ¥ © § (on` ¥ ¨ — Cong) .dçéLî ¥ ¦ § áø÷éå ¥¨ ¦ :ïîà ¥ ¨ eøîàå ¦ ¨ ïîæáe © û§ ¦ àìâra ¨ ¨ £ © ,ìàøNé ¥ ¨ § ¦ úéa¥ û§ ¦ § áéø÷ (.KxAzi ¥ ¨ § ¦ ,`Inlr ¨ © § ¨ inlrlE ¥ § ¨ § mlrl © ¨ § Kxan © ¨ § `Ax ¨ © DnW ¥ § `di ¥ § .on` ¥ ¨ — Cong)

,Cøaúé ¥ ¨ § ¦ .àiîìr ¨ © §û ¨ éîìrìe ¥ §û ¨ §û íìrì © ¨ § Cøáî © ¨ § àaø ¨ © dîL ¥ § àäé ¥§ ,älrúéå ¤ © § ¦ § ,øcäúéå ¨ © § ¦ § ,àOðúéå ¥ © § ¦ § ,íîBøúéå ¨ § ¦ § ,øàtúéå ¥ ¨ § ¦ § ,çazLéå © © § ¦§

174B’öl’mö

di v’rö chir’u-sayh v’yamlich mal’chusayh, v’yatzmach pur-könayh vikörayv m’shi-chayh. (Cong: Ömayn) B’cha-yay-chon u-v’yomaychon u-v’cha-yay d’chöl bays yisrö-ayl, ba-agölö u-viz’man köriv v’im’ru ömayn.

(Cong: Ömayn. Y’hay sh’mayh rabö m’vörach l’ölam u-l’öl’may öl’ma-yö, yisböraych.)

Y’hay sh’mayh rabö m’vörach l’ölam u-l’öl’may öl’ma-yö.

Yisböraych, v’yishtabach, v’yispö-ayr, v’yisromöm, v’yis-nasay, v’yis-hadör, v’yis-aleh, v’yis-halöl, sh’may d’kudshö b’rich hu. (Cong: Ömayn) L’aylö min köl bir-chösö v’shirösö, tush-b’chösö v’neche-mösö, da-amirön b’öl’mö, v’im’ru ömayn. (Cong: Ömayn)

Y’hay sh’lömö rabö min sh’ma-yö, v’cha-yim tovim ölaynu v’al köl yisrö-ayl v’im’ru ömayn. (Cong: Ömayn) Take three steps back, then bow right saying Oseh shölom bim’romöv, bow forward saying hu, bow left saying ya-aseh shölom ölaynu, and bow forward saying v’al köl yisrö-ayl, v’im’ru ömayn.

From Rosh Hashanah through Yom Kippur, substitute ha-shölom for shölom.

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May His great Name be blessed forever and to all eternity. Blessed and praised, glorified, exalted and extolled, honored, adored and lauded be the Name of the Holy One, blessed be He, (Cong: Amen.) beyond all Prayer & Liturgy the blessings, hymns, praises and consolations that are YEAR-ROUND uttered legl dgpnin the 103world; and say, Amen. (Cong: Amen.)

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The Yearround Siddur: A companion and a guide The standard Annotated Siddur guides you through the daily, Shabbat, and festival prayers. An intuitive layout makes it easy to find oft-repeated prayers such as Kiddush and Kaddish. Convenient sizes are ideal for every time and place. Curious novice or contemplative old-timer will reunite with the prayers on every page.

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For the office or on the road, these mini prayer books with English instructions include the afternoon and evening services, Grace After Meals, Sefirat HaOmer, Prayer for Travelers and the 12 Pesukim.

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The Bentcher: Blessing after Meals Tehillim Ohel Yosef Yitzchak

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The Machzor: A Higher Holiday Season The Annotated Series brings new appreciation to the High Holidays with a stylized layout highlighting poems and responsive liturgy and English instructions for every prayer and custom—from Selichot before Rosh Hashanah through the evening Havdalah after Yom Kippur.

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The shofar cries, “Father! Father!”

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Hebrew/English Megillat Esther Translated and compiled by Rabbi Yosef Marcus This bilingual Book of Esther offers a new, lucid translation, with selected commentary culled from the Midrash, Talmud and Kabbalah and numerous insights by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Gain renewed appreciation for the timeless relevance of the ancient Megillah.

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Siddur Illuminated by Chasidut Translation and commentary by Rabbis Eliyahu Touger and Sholom Ber Wineberg Climb the ladder of passionate davening with the first English Siddur to feature insights of Chasidut into the meanings of the words on every page.

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27 So God created theֹ ‫תו‬ human in his image, i.e., in theֶ ׁ  mold thatֹ God had decided ‫ו ִּמנְ יַ ן‬ .29‫י‬RASHI ‫ש ּ ֵפ ַר ׁ ְש ִּת‬ ‫מו‬ ֹ ‫ ְּכ‬,‫לו ּ ָפנִ ים‬ ‫ש ֶ ּי ׁש‬ ֶ ׁ .‫ לֶ חֶ ם ּ ָפנִ ים‬30 ‫ הֵ ן‬.‫יה‬ ָ ‫יע‬ ֶ ‫ ְּג ִב‬:‫כו ְולָ ֵתת ַה ּ ְפ ִתילָ ה‬ ֹ ְ‫ש ֶמן ל‬ ֶ ּׁ ‫ לְ צֹק ַה‬,‫ּ ָבזָ ְך‬ upon: He created him in the image of God, i.e., in a form reflecting the 30 "‫ר ְֹהֲתנִ ָמים‬ ‫ב ִ ּכ‬ ‫יע ֶאל ַ ְּה‬ ‫ֹר‬ ֱ‫"א‬ ‫ֹר‬ ‫עויות ְמ ַפ‬ ‫ת‬ ְ ַ ֲ‫ב ּו ַמע‬ ‫ר‬hierarchy ‫ס ְֶּד‬ ‫קו ִרין‬ ֹ ‫ ְו‬,‫ש ום ְּק ָצ ִרים‬ ‫הואֲצֵ ֻר‬ ִ ֹ ‫ ְּז ְוכו‬.‫אר ִמן‬ ֶ‫ד‬ ׁ ְ ‫תמ‬ ֹ ‫יא‬ ‫ש ִה ּכ ֹו‬ ‫ ִמ ׁ ֶין‬,‫כ‬ ָ‫ים‬ ּׁ ‫א ִּכ ִמ‬ ֹ ,‫ּכדית‬ ‫עו‬ ָ ‫עו ּשִׂ ָפ ין‬ ‫שּ ַב ֹר‬ ִ ‫סוְּב‬ ‫לָ ַמ ְד ָּ ְּת‬: ,"‫ה‬ ַ ‫הו ִדמ‬ ֹ ‫ים ּלְֶב‬ ?ּ‫שו‬ ‫ל ׁ ִל‬ ָּ ָ ‫ה‬ ֹ ָ ‫כו‬ ‫רמ ּ ָ ֹס‬ ַּ ‫ה‬ ‫ת‬ ‫למחֶהם ְנִו ְ ֵכ‬ ֶָ ּ ּ ‫ה‬ ָ‫ ַל‬.‫ ֵא ּ ֶלה ַמ ְס ֵעי‬1 34 the world. He also created him according to His likeused to create ּ ּ ּ ּ ‫מדרינ"ש‬ ‫ם‬ ֶ‫ה‬ ָ‫ל‬ ‫ֹא‬ ‫ל‬ ‫ו‬ ְ ,‫ת‬ ‫יו‬ ֹ ְ‫ל‬ ֻ‫ח‬ ‫ה‬ ‫נ‬ ָ ‫ש‬ ׂ ֶ ֲ‫ע‬ ַ‫י‬ ‫ֹא‬ ‫ל‬ ‫ש‬ ֶ ׁ .‫ה‬ ‫ר‬ ָ ‫נו‬ ֹ ‫מ‬ ְ ‫ה‬ ַ ‫ה‬ ‫ש‬ ׂ ֶ ‫יע‬ ָ ‫ת‬ ֵ ‫ה‬ ‫ש‬ ָ ׁ ‫ק‬ ְ ‫מ‬ ִ 31 ‫ין‬of ‫ ְצ ִא‬faculties ‫ּבולְ ִטין ְו ֹיו‬ ֹ ‫ ָהור‬He ,‫ב‬ ‫ה‬ ָ ‫ז‬ ָ ‫מ‬ ִ ‫ין‬ ִ‫ּי‬ ‫ו‬ ׂ‫ש‬ ֲ‫ע‬ ‫ו‬ ‫ל‬ ‫א‬ ֵ ‫ו‬ ְ . ּ ּ ּ ‫יתת ַאהֲ רֹן — ֵמהֹר ָה‬ ַ ‫ש ָהי ּו לְ ַא ַחר ִמ‬ ֶ ׁ ‫עות‬ ֹ ‫מונָ ה ַמ ּ ָס‬ ֹ ‫ׁ ְש‬ ‫ש ָּגזַ ר עֲ לֵ יהֶ ם לְ ַטלְ ְטלָ ם‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ש ַאף ַעל ּ ִפי‬ ֶ ׁ ,‫קום‬ ֹ ‫של ָמ‬ ֶ ׁ ‫חֲ ָס ָדיו‬ 88 ְ ‫ ּ ָכ‬Whereas i.e., possessing and intellect.

God brought all other ‫ ּו‬ness, ‫ ְולֹא ָהי‬,‫ּב‬ ‫מוהנ ּ ָכֶהתו‬ ַֹ ‫ש‬ ‫ש ָכ ּ ָבלהֶ ׁ ְם‬ ‫ ַת ׁ ֶן‬,‫א‬ ‫ש ָּנ‬ ֶ ׁ‫ ְןמ ָצ‬discernment ָ‫מנְ נִי‬ ִ,‫ים‬ ‫ֶה ִע ּ ַכ‬ ‫נ‬ ‫ק‬ ָ ‫ו‬ ְ ‫ֶה‬ ‫נ‬ ‫ק‬ ָ ‫ל‬ ‫כ‬ ָ ‫מ‬ ִ ,‫ם‬ ‫יק‬ ֵ ‫ב‬ ּ ִ ‫ד‬ ְ ַ‫י‬ ‫ך‬ ‫ר‬ ‫ח‬ ַ ‫א‬ ַ ‫ו‬ ְ ‫ים‬ ‫ר‬ ִ ָ‫ב‬ ‫א‬ ֵ ‫ים‬ ‫ר‬ ִ ָ‫ב‬ ‫א‬ ֵ ‫יה‬ ָ ‫ת‬ ֶ ‫נֵרו‬ ֹ ‫ו‬ ְ ‫נֶיה‬ ָ ‫ק‬ ָ ‫ה‬ ‫ש‬ ׂ ֶ ֲ‫ע‬ ַ‫י‬ ּ ּ ‫מו ָאב ִּב ׁ ְשנַ ת ָה ַא ְר ּ ָב‬ ֹ ‫בות‬ ֹ ‫ַעד ַע ְר‬ ‫ש ָהי ּו נָ ִעים ו ְּמטֻ לְ ָטלִ ים‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ֹאמר‬ ַ ‫ לֹא ת‬,‫יעם ּ ַב ִּמ ְד ּ ָבר‬ ָ ִ‫ְולַ הֲ נ‬ ּ into from His the human being’s ‫ש ּק ֹו ִרין‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ים‬ ‫ ְך ַהצּ ֹו ְר ִפ‬body ‫ְּכ ֶד ֶר‬ ‫ין‬creatures ִ‫ עֲ גוּל‬,ּ‫ים ָהיו‬ ‫ ּ ַת ּפו ִּח‬being ‫ ְּכ ִמין‬.directly ‫יה‬ ָ ‫ ַּכ ְפ ּת ֶֹר‬:‫נוי‬ ֹ ְ‫א ּ ָלא ל‬ ֶ ‫ ּ ָב ּה‬speech, ‫ּה ּ ָב ָאה‬He ‫ ּ ֻכ ּ ָל‬created ‫ ֶא ּ ָלא‬,31‫שולדי"ר‬ ּ ‫דו‬ ֹ ‫יסו‬ ֹ ‫מ‬ ִ ‫ֶה‬ ‫ז‬ .‫ת‬ ‫עו‬ ֹ ‫ס‬ ָ ‫מ‬ ַ ‫ים‬ ‫ר‬ ִ ְׂ‫ש‬ ‫ע‬ ֶ ‫א‬ ‫ל‬ ָ ‫א‬ ֶ ‫ו‬ ‫ע‬ ‫ס‬ ְ ָ‫נ‬ ‫ֹא‬ ‫ל‬ ‫ה‬ ָ‫נ‬ ‫ש‬ ָ ׁ ‫ים‬ ‫ֹש‬ ִ ׁ ‫ל‬ ‫ּש‬ ְ ׁ ‫ו‬ ,‫ה‬ ‫ּח‬ ָ ‫ו‬ ‫נ‬ ‫מ‬ ְ ‫ם‬ ֶ‫ה‬ ָ‫ל‬ ‫ה‬ ‫ת‬ ָ ְ‫י‬ ‫ה‬ ָ ‫ֹא‬ ‫ל‬ ‫ו‬ ְ ‫ה‬ ָ‫נ‬ ‫ש‬ ָ ׁ ‫ים‬ ‫ע‬ ִ ‫ב‬ ָ ּ ‫ר‬ ְ ‫א‬ ַ ‫ל‬ ‫כ‬ ָ ‫ע‬ ‫ס‬ ָ ‫מ‬ ַ ְ‫ל‬ ‫ִמ ּ ַמ ּ ָסע‬ ּ ּ ּ ּ ‫ ֻא ּ ָמנוּת‬dirt ‫כלֵי ָה‬into ְ ‫ ֵת ְך ִּב‬a ‫חו‬ ֹ ‫ו‬mold. ְ ‫ ְּב ֻק ְרנָ ס‬89‫יש‬ ׁ Furthermore, ‫ ו ַּמ ִ ּק‬,‫יכה ַא ַחת‬ ָ ‫חֲ ִת‬He ‫ֵמ‬ ‫ין‬figuratively ִׂ‫עוש‬ ֹ ‫ש‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ ְּכ ֶד ֶר ְך‬,‫ ִעי‬by ‫“ ֶא ְמ ָצ‬hand,” ‫יבות ַה ָּקנֶה ָה‬ ֹ i.e., ‫ין ְס ִב‬ ‫ולְ ִט‬first ֹ ‫ ּב‬,‫ ִביב‬pouring ‫ָס‬ by ּ ‫ה‬ ‫ש‬ ָ ׁ ‫ר‬ ָ ְּ‫ד‬ ‫ו‬ ֹ ‫ב‬ ּ ‫ש‬ ׁ ‫ר‬ ַ ָּ‫ד‬ ‫א‬ ‫ּמ‬ ָ ‫ו‬ ‫ח‬ ְ‫נ‬ ‫ת‬ ַ ‫י‬ ‫ב‬ ּ ִ ‫ר‬ ַ ‫ו‬ ְ .‫ן‬ ‫ש‬ ָ ׁ ‫ר‬ ְ ַּ‫ד‬ ‫ה‬ ַ ‫ה‬ ‫ֹש‬ ֶ ׁ ‫מ‬ ‫י‬ ‫ב‬ ּ ִ ‫ר‬ ַ ‫ל‬ ‫ש‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ם‬ ֶ‫ה‬ ‫מ‬ ֵ ‫א‬ ֵ‫צ‬ ;‫ת‬ ‫עו‬ ֹ ‫ס‬ ָ ‫מ‬ ַ ‫ם‬ ִ‫י‬ ‫ת‬ ַ ּ ‫ּש‬ ְ ׁ ‫ו‬ ‫ים‬ ‫ע‬ ִ ‫ב‬ ָ ּ ‫ר‬ ְ ‫א‬ ַ ‫א‬ ‫ל‬ ָ ‫א‬ ֶ ‫אן‬ ‫כ‬ ָ ‫ין‬ ‫א‬ ֵ ‫שהֲ ֵרי‬ ֶׁ ּ ּ ָּ ‫ ַה‬female ‫הֶ ם‬as ָ‫רין ל‬ ‫ ְו‬,‫ש ִרים‬ ׂ ָ ּ ‫ ַה‬androgynous ‫ש ּ ִל ְפנֵי‬ ֶ ׁ ‫רות‬ ֹ ְ ‫ לַ ְּמ ֹנו‬being ,"‫ "נְ גִ יד‬comprising :‫ּמו‬ ֹ ‫רגּ ו‬Fully ְ ‫ ַּת‬.‫ה‬vowelized ‫ש‬ ָ ׁ ‫ ִמ ְק‬both :‫ילָ ְך‬Hebrew ‫ ְו ֵא‬male ‫ילָ ְך‬text ‫ים ֵא‬ ‫ריד‬commentary ִ ‫ו ַּמ ְפ‬ ‫ן‬created ָ‫ ו ִּמנְ י‬.35‫פומיל"ש‬ ofִ‫קנ‬ Rashi’s them aִ ‫ ֹקו‬single, and ‫קום‬ ֹ ‫יכו לְ ָמ‬ ֹ ִ‫הול‬ ֹ ‫חולֶ ה ְו‬ ֹ ‫ש ָהיָ ה ְב ֹנו‬ ֶ ׁ ‫של לְ ֶמלֶ ך‬ ָ ׁ ‫ ָמ‬:‫ַאחֶ ֶרת‬ ,‫ ְ ּגז ֵָרה‬edition) ‫אש ֹונָ ְה ק ֶֹדם‬ ׁ ‫שנָ ה ִר‬ ָ ׁ ‫ש ּ ֻכ ּ ָלם ָהי ּו ְּב‬ ֶ ׁ ,‫שר‬ ׂ ָ ‫ַא ְר ּ ָב ָעה ָע‬ (5-vol. ‫ה‬bodies, ‫לְ ִטין ִמ ּ ֶמ ָּנ‬attached ‫ ּ ַכ ְפ ּת ֹו ִרים ּב ֹו‬back ‫ ּ ַכ ּ ָמה‬to ,‫שה‬ ָ ׁ back. ‫ש ּ ָלהֶ ם ּ ָכתוּב ּ ַב ּ ָפ ָר‬ ֶׁ ‫שת‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ים ִמן ָה ֶע‬ ‫יך ֶאת ָה ֵאבָ ִר‬ ‫ש ּ ַמ ְמ ׁ ִש‬ ֶ ׁ ,‫ש ָכה‬ ָ ׁ ‫לְ ׁש ֹון ַה ְמ‬ ּ ּ ‫ל‬ ‫כ‬ ָ ‫ֶה‬ ‫נ‬ ‫מו‬ ֹ ‫יו‬ ‫ב‬ ִ ‫א‬ ָ ‫יל‬ ‫ח‬ ִ ‫ת‬ ְ ‫ה‬ ִ ,‫ין‬ ‫ר‬ ִ ְ‫ז‬ ‫חו‬ ֹ ‫ו‬ ‫י‬ ‫ה‬ ָ ‫ש‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ן‬ ָ‫יו‬ ‫כ‬ ֵ , ‫תו‬ ֹ ‫או‬ ֹ ‫פ‬ ְ ‫ר‬ ַ ְ‫ל‬ ‫ק‬ ‫חו‬ ֹ ‫ר‬ ָ ‫ו‬ ‫ח‬ ‫ל‬ ְ ‫ת‬ ַ ּ ‫ש‬ ְ ׁ ִ‫נ‬ ‫ם‬ ‫ש‬ ָ ׁ ‫מ‬ ִ ‫ש‬ ֶ ׁ ,‫ה‬ ‫מ‬ ָ ‫ת‬ ְ ‫ר‬ ִ ְ‫ל‬ ‫ו‬ ‫א‬ ‫ב‬ ָ ּ ‫ש‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ד‬ ‫ע‬ ַ ‫ס‬ ‫ס‬ ֵ ‫מ‬ ְ ‫ע‬ ְ ‫ר‬ ַ ‫ש ָּנ ְסע ּו ֵמ‬ ֶ ּׁ ‫ִמ‬ ּ ּ ּ ּ ּ ּ ּ ‫ ִצ ּיו ִּרין עֲ שׂ וּיִ ן‬.‫יה‬ ָ ֶ‫ ו ְּפ ָרח‬:‫ש ּ ֵבין ּ ַכ ְפ ּת ֹור לְ ַכ ְפ ּת ֹור‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ְו ַכ ּ ָמה ָחלָ ק‬ ‫שה" — ַמ ּ ַכת‬ ָ ׁ ‫"מ ְק‬ ִ ‫ וּלְ ׁש ֹון‬.‫שת ַה ּ ֻק ְרנָ ס‬ ַ ׁ ‫לְ ָכאן וּלְ ָכאן ּ ַבהֲ ָק‬ the‫ ָּת‬human being realized that the vegetation of the world was waiting for ְ‫ך‬When ּ ּ ‫ש‬ ְ ׁ ‫ש‬ ַ ׁ ‫ח‬ ָ ‫אן‬ ‫כ‬ ָ ,ּ ‫ו‬ ‫נ‬ ‫ר‬ ְ ‫ּק‬ ַ ‫ו‬ ‫ה‬ ‫אן‬ ‫כ‬ ָ ,ּ ‫ו‬ ‫נ‬ ְ‫נ‬ ‫ש‬ ַ ׁ ָ‫י‬ ‫אן‬ ‫"כ‬ ָ : ‫לו‬ ֹ ‫ר‬ ‫מ‬ ַ ‫א‬ ָ .‫ת‬ ‫עו‬ ֹ ‫ס‬ ָ ‫מ‬ ַ ‫ה‬ ַ ‫ח‬ ַ‫ל‬ ‫ש‬ ְ ׁ ' ‫גו‬ ֹ ‫ו‬ ְ ‫ת‬ ‫רו‬ ֹ ֵ‫צ‬ ֲ‫ח‬ ‫מ‬ ֵ ‫ם‬ ‫ע‬ ָ ‫ה‬ ָ ‫ו‬ ‫ע‬ ‫ס‬ ְ ָ‫נ‬ ‫ר‬ ‫ח‬ ַ ‫א‬ ַ ‫"ו‬ ְ :‫ר‬ ‫מ‬ ַ ֱ‫ֶא‬ ‫נ‬ ‫ש‬ ֶ ׁ ,‫ים‬ ִ‫ל‬ ‫ג‬ ְ ‫ר‬ ַ ‫מ‬ ְ ‫ַה‬ ּ ּ ּ ּ ּ ּ 33 32 ָ ׁ ‫"דא לְ ָדא נָ ְק‬ ָּ :‫מו‬ ֹ ‫ ְּכ‬, ‫ בטדי"ץ ְּבלַ ַעז‬.‫ֻק ְרנָ ס‬ ‫שה ֹיוצֵ א ִמ ּת ֹו‬ ָ ׁ ‫ ַה ּכֹל ִמ ְק‬.ּ‫ ִמ ּ ֶמ ּנָה יִ ְהיו‬:‫ּ ָב ּה ְּכ ִמין ּ ְפ ָר ִחים‬ ‫שה‬ ׂ ֶ ‫יע‬ ָ ‫ ּ ֵת‬: "‫שן‬ ָ ָ rainfall so it could sprout, he asked God to make it rain.

God made it rain and the 1 ִ ‫רו‬ ַ ‫ש ְמ‬ ‫יכ ִּמ‬ ‫ ַו‬4‫ ִת‬:"'ּ ‫ֹאש ֹך‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ת ָאר ַמר‬,‫ה‬ ‫שה ּ ָב ֶּא‬ ‫מ ְַ ּיתחֲ ַקנ ּׁ ּ ֶו‬ ַ‫ֹשרהֹת ִ ו‬ ֵ ‫ה ּיָו‬ ‫ע‬ ‫ ִפ"וַי ִ ּי ְׁ ֶס‬:‫ר‬ ֵ ָ ‫או‬ ֹ ‫הו ֵמּא ֵא‬.‫אןה‬ ‫ה ְ ְּו‬ ,ַ "'‫גו‬ ֹ ‫לְ ך אֲ נָ ׁ ִשים ְו‬ ֶ ֵ‫המחֲמ ׁצ‬ ָ ‫ש‬ ְ‫ ל‬.‫מ‬ ‫לֶיה‬ ‫מ ָכֹנו ָר‬ ‫ י ְֹצ ִאים‬32 :‫יקם‬ ֵ ‫ב‬:‫ם‬ ִּ ‫בויַלָ ְד‬ ְ​ְ ‫א‬ ‫יםבַ דָּ ְּב ֶם‬ ְ‫םּד ל‬ ‫ש‬ ׂ ֵ ‫ עֲ ְט‬.‫ים‬ ַ‫ק ְ ְ ּוב ִלרֹא י‬,‫ת‬ ֶ‫ם‬ ׁ ‫ת ְצ ַ ָהריִ ֶע‬ ֲ‫לו ְוכו ח‬ 90 earth ֹ quickly became covered with vegetation in all stages of maturity. ְ ‫"ה ׁ ְש‬ ‫שית‬ ׂ ֵ ֲ‫לֵך ֶאת ַה ִּכ ּ ָכר לָ אוּר ְו ִהיא נַ ע‬ ַ :‫דו ׁש ּ ָברו ְּך הוּא‬ ֹ ‫ַה ָּק‬ ‫עולִ ין ַעד‬ ‫ש ִכין ְו‬ ָ ׁ ‫ נִ ְמ‬,‫סון‬ ֹ ‫ לְ ָכאן וּלְ ָכאן ּ ַבאֲ לַ ְכ‬.‫יה‬ ָ ‫ִמ ִּצ ֶ ּד‬ .‫ ב‬,‫ טז – יג‬,‫במדבר יב‬ .1 separating as will ‫של‬ ֶ ׁ ‫גֶ ל‬into ‫וּא ָה ֶר‬male ‫ ה‬.‫ ֵרכָ ּה‬and ְ‫ י‬:‫שה״‬ ׂ ֶ female ֲ‫"תע‬ ַּ ‫נִ ְכ ָּתב‬bodies, ‫ לְ ָכ ְך לֹא‬."‫לֶיה‬ ָ ‫א‬ ֵ ‫ֵמ‬ ‫ין‬28 ‫ ְצ ִא‬After ‫ ְו ֹיו‬,‫מ ָצ ִעי‬ ְ ‫שהוּא ָקנֶה ָה ֶא‬ ֶ the ׁ ,‫ ָרה‬androgynous ‫של ְמ ֹנו‬ ֶ ׁ ‫כנֶגֶ ד ָּג ְב ָהה‬human ְּ ְ ‫ ָאר‬described be and ‫ימ ָּנה‬ ֶ ֵ‫ה‬blessed ‫ יִ ם ֹיו ְצ ִאין‬them ַ‫ֹשה ַרגְ ל‬ ָׁ ‫ל‬ ‫ּש‬ ְ ׁ ‫ ו‬.‫ה‬God ָ‫מין ּ ֵתב‬said ִ ‫שׂ וּי ְּכ‬to ‫ הֶ ָע‬them, ,‫ַמ ּ ָטה‬ ,‫ֹך‬ ‫ֶה — ַה ַּת ְח ּת ֹון‬in ‫ ִמ ּז‬greater ‫ֶה לְ ַמ ְעלָ ה‬detail ‫ ֶא ְמ ָצ ִעי ז‬further ‫ּת ֹו ְך ָקנֶה ָה‬on, ‫ ִמ‬God ‫“ה‬Be ָ‫ש ָהי‬ ֶ ׁ ‫י‬fruitful ‫ לְ ִפ‬,ּ‫ימנּ ו‬ ֶ ֵ‫ר ה‬and ‫ֹיון ָק ָצ‬prolific. ְ‫ ְו ָה ֶעל‬,ּ‫ימנּ ו‬ ֶ Fill ֵ‫ ָק ָצר ה‬the ‫ ְעלָ ה‬earth ‫של ַמ‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ְו‬

‫מ ַצע‬ ְ ‫עולֶה ְּב ֶא‬ ֹ it: ‫ ָה‬,subdue ‫ש ּ ָל ּה‬ ֶ ׁ ‫ ְמ ָצ ִעי‬its ‫ ָה ֶא‬apparent ‫ ַה ָּקנֶה‬.‫ וְ ָקנ ָּה‬antago:‫וּלְ ַמ ּ ָטה‬ and master

Overview key parashah ‫כ ִמין‬ ׂ‫ ֶא ְמ ָצ ִעי ָעש‬the ‫ נֵר ָה‬Divinity ‫ ְו ָעלָ יו‬,‫מ ְעלָ ה‬within ַ ‫קוּף ְּכלַ ּ ֵפי‬ ‫ַה ָ ּי ֵר‬ ‫י‬nism ‫יע‬ ִ of‫ש ִב‬ ְ ּׁ ‫ ַה‬to ‫ ָצ ִעי‬Divinity ‫ל ָקנֶה ָה ֶא ְמ‬and ‫ש‬ ֶ ׁ ‫הו‬ ֹ ‫ְב‬reveal ‫שוֶ ה לְ ֹגו‬ ָ ׁ its ‫יהֶ ן‬inner ‫אש‬ ֵ ׁ ‫ֹבַ ּה ָר‬desire ‫ג‬ ְּ ‫וּי‬express to it.ָ‫ְך ז‬Rule themes, including the ּ ּ‫נ‬ ּ :‫ים‬ ִ‫נ‬ ‫ק‬ ָ ‫ה‬ ‫ש‬ ָ ׁ ‫ש‬ ִ ׁ ‫ה‬ ַ ‫ים‬ ‫א‬ ִ ‫צ‬ ְ ‫יו‬ ֹ ‫ו‬ ‫מ‬ ֶ ‫מ‬ ִ ‫ש‬ ֶ ׁ ּ ּ ּ also the fish of the sea, the birds of the sky, and all the living creatures that parashah’s nameover as it relates to its content 4the And the Egyptians were busy burying their the dead, because God had crawl Nonetheless, not attempt to refine world beyond your .‫ָאה‬ ‫ׁשּוי ְּב ַה ָּכ‬on ‫ע‬ .32 ָ .‫ַה ְל ִחים‬earth. ‫ל‬ .31 ְ .‫ ה־ו‬,‫כד‬ ‫ויקרא‬ .30 .‫פסוק כט‬do ‫לעיל‬ .29 5 6 .‫נֹוי ִמ ָּס ִביב ַל ָּקנֶה‬down ‫ ְל‬to ‫ּדּורים‬ ִ do ‫— ַּכ‬so. ‫ּתֹורים‬ ִ In ‫ּכ ְפ‬ .35 ַ firstborn, .‫יעים‬ ִ ‫ּגְ ִב‬ .34 .‫ ו‬,‫ה‬ ‫דניאל‬ .33 and He alsoisdestroyed theirbeyond deities.her abilities in their capacities particular, the female apt to venture

struck

this regard, so the male should therefore restrain her when necessary.”  CHASIDIC INSIGHTS  CHASIDIC INSIGHTS  29 God said to the man and woman, “Behold, although I haveby made youallmasters accompanied setbacks, the stations on our 1 These are the journeys: The Ba’al Shem Tov 91 over the animals, I do not permit you to kill them in order to eat them, do to be holy spiritual journey through lifefor are Imeant taught that these 42 journeys correspond to the 42 Emotion Inner Dimension and positive.

If we choose good over spiritual journeys that we make throughout our not anyone love to confuse your dominion over life with Mine. You must alwaysevil, we will chesedwant (lovingkindness) of God life. We begin from birth, just as the Exodus from indeed live through these phases of life in the way be aware that youawe are only a creature. Rather, I have only given you every seedgevurah (restraint) of God Egypt is both the Jewish people’s national birth and God intends. If, like the generation of the desert, we bearing plant on the face entire earth, and every seedbearing connecting toof Godthe through make tree some that wronghas choices, we will experience them tiferet (beauty)an allegory for every individual birth, the liberation studying the Torah Numbers 33:1-4 MAS’EI 7 fruit; theyof will be from yours food.

You may also meat setbacks. of animals that die as the temporary the fetus the for confines of the womb into the eat overcoming obstacles opposing 92 Synopsis of Exodus netzach (victory) freedom ofGodliness the outside Although atthe every step in the journey of life, we naturally. in theworld world where it can develop 33:1 The Torah continues to chronicle the preparations for the people’s entry into

and become independent. The final journey is the strive tothemake thereached righttheir choices, wetheir should also rectheto Land of Israel.

Now that people have final stop on trek appreciating God’s beneficence INSIGHTS  through the desert and are poised to enter the Promised Land, the narrative sumspiritual Promised Land,  theCHASIDIC afterlife. ognize that even setbacks can be transformed into marizes this chapter of their history by briefly reviewing the 42 stations on the theorder pride in being God’s emis8 all we succeed, all ofjourneys creation benefits; if we of creoverride the natural, finite that Hethe himself estabyesod (loyalty) journey.

These are the of the Israelites who leftfail, Egypt, organized by Although some of intervening journeys positive, growth experiences. sary in the world under the leadership Moses andbeneficence Aaron. tribal troops, lished. In fact, God delegates the conquest ation suffers.

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malchut (royalty) humility 94 the world to us. world all its ourpoints actions. of God,and and these werecreatures their journeyshinges with theiron starting (See Figure 1).

The tool God gives us to accomplish this feat is the 3 They journeyed from Rameseis in Nisan, the first month, specifically, on the 27 He created them male and female: The male part 31-32 Its stem, its goblets, spheres: The stem of the 42nd location being the final destination, the plains of Moab.

1. Exodus 12:51. 2.its There are 41 starting points; 3. Exodus 12:37.

15 day of the first month; on the day following the Passover sacrifice, the IsraTorah.

The Torahalludes is bothto “in” the worldTorah, and “outside” of the human being was not aware of the female body the Candelabrum the Written and the in full view of all the Mas’ei Egyptians. left triumphantly 4. Ibid. 14:8. 5. Ibid. 12:29. 6. Ibid. 12:12. 7. See above,elites on 11:34; Degel Machaneih Ephraim, (80a) citing Berit Menuchah; Sichot it: It is “in” that the world itallude couches God’s will in4, p. attached him as anything extended Kodesh 5719,in p.that 208;itOr HaTorah, Bemidbar, vol.

1352; Sefer to HaSichot 5749, vol. 2, p. other 528. 8.than Likuteian Sichot, vol. 4, p. 1083. six branches extend from to the six orders 95 worldly contexts—how to compendium conduct business, of the Mishnah, the basic of thehow Oralto part of himself; he therefore later on feels that he has observe andspheres so on. and But flowers at the same time, been created without a mate. Since this androgynous Torah.

In the thisSabbath, context, the allude to the extra-mishnaic Torah is “outside” the world: enables usgoblets to tranhuman was the being created “in God’s image,” it folthe teachings of theitsages.

The 208 “Chasidic Insights” and“wine,” 79 scend to the limitations of the its world ascend the lad- lows that God is, so to speak, both male and female, allude the Torah’s innerand dimension.

“Inner Dimensions” dig der of Divine consciousness.

The Torah is therefore the comprising the qualities we associate with both. deep intobetween the parashah bridge Divinity and the world.

28 Be Figure fruitful10. and prolific: Populating the world The Candelabrum 79. Torah Or 88b; Or HaTorah, Shemot, vol. 5, pp. 1491, 1486.

Since we “assist” God in this mission—even though with human beings created in God’s image is an essenour ability to do this stems from the Torah—we are tial facet of God’s charge to humanity to fill the world 189 credited for our efforts. In the words of the Talmud, we with Divine consciousness, especially if they live up to 93 become “partners with God in [fulfilling] creation.” their Divine calling.  In addition, we are enjoined to “create” other peoHowever, the power to rule also entails responsibil- ple in the spiritual sense as well, by encouraging them Rabbiity.

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Numbers 12:3

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Likkutei Amarim Tanya

by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi Bilingual Edition

This "bible" of Chasidic philosophy delivers a vivid picture of the infinitude of G-d, the structure of human personality and the path by which we are meant to align the two for a productive life.

Originally translated in stages by Rabbis Nissan Mindel, Nissan Mangel, Zalman Posner, and J. Immanuel Schochet, this classic tome was reproduced in 2014 with an updated and unified translation, enhanced Hebrew text for greater readability and new date indicators for daily study portions. Includes a lucid translator’s introduction to each section and an in-depth explanation of many concepts and Kabbalistic terms.

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For a period of more than twenty years, Rabbi Schneur Zalman refined the Tanya’s style and form so punctiliously to the point that significant meaning can be extracted from every word and letter.

The Philosophy Of Chabad Rabbi Dr. Nissan Mindel This authoritative study traces Chabad philosophy to its origins in Jewish sacred literature, including the Talmud and Midrash, and its relationship to other trends in Jewish philosophy.

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“The Book of the Intermediates”, compiled from sacred books and from teachers of heavenly saintliness, whose souls are in Eden; based upon the verse, For this thing is very near to you, in your mouth and in your heart, that you may do it; explaining clearly how it is exceedingly near, in both a lengthy and a short way, with the aid of the Holy One, blessed be He.

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–From the title page of the Tanya

Sparks of Tanya Robert Kremnizer

Map of Tanya (English) Rabbi Shais Taub has done an amazing job mapping out and explaining the main concepts discussed in the Tanya. The 53 chapters are color-coded and main themes highlighted for easy reference of unfolding trends in the book as your learn them.

As if conversing with a close friend, this work introduces the novice to the endlessly deep and wonderful world of the Tanya.

Each of the short chapters is presented in simplified form with focused lessons on realizing one’s potential, to improve one’s immediate environment and ultimately the world. Written in short chapters that correspond to the chapters of the Tanya.

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For the practical grasp of a spiritual world This innovative series introduces the English-speaker to classic Chasidic discourses—intricate maamarim of the Rebbes—with user-friendly translations that do not assume much prior knowledge. With over 30 volumes published, the Chasidic Heritage Series is a favorite for individual and group study alike.

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ALL FOR THE SAKE OF HEAVEN

With the Help of Heaven, 19 Kislev, 5668 TRANSLATION AND COMMENTARY

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MY SOUL WAS REDEEMED IN PEACE BECAUSE OF THE MANY WHO WERE WITH ME.1

Á¢Ò¯ ¨ÂÏÒÎ Ë¢È ¨„¢Ò· 2 Regarding the 19 Talmud With the this Help verse, of Heaven, Kislev, states, 5668 “G-d says: ‘Whoever occupies himself with Torah study, acts of kind3 ÆÈDÀwill nœÚOF ‰considered ÌÈœMANY aUŸ· ÈœWHO kasÈœÏif he ·T∆OœÓ È!÷ŸÙ� Ì«Ï−÷Ÿ· ‰@Àt beeÈÀTHE in a congregation MY ness, SOUL and WAS prays REDEEMED IN PEACE BECAUSE 1 redeemed WERE WITH ME.Me and My children from among the nations.’” k¢ ˙«ÎTŸ ·œa it2˛‰Àis ΓG-d TŸ·œÏ says: Ì�All «¯ŸÎits �Ê eÈ�˙«aU¸ Ï¢�ÊU e¯ŸÓÀ‡½Â Torah, written, Rashi 4 comments: Regarding this verse, “Regarding the ÏÀTalmud states, 5 ; acts of kindness bring peace between man ways are peaceful ¯eaœTorah vÉ Ìœstudy, Ú ÏÕlacts Ãt"˙œÓof e kindÌÈDÀÒ⁄Á ˙eÏȜӽ‚œ·e ‰T«zÃa ˜ÕÒ«ÚÀ‰ ‘Whoever occupies himself with 3 and his fellow; and prayer with the be congregation refers toÔÈÕthe will considered as ness, and prays in a congregation Æ¢˙«n‹if‡À‰he aœÓ È�Àa ˙Œ‡½Â È!˙«‡ È�AÀt elœ‡Ÿk Conversational, user-friendly translation 6 many who were with me.” redeemed Me and My children from among the nations.’”

4 Through these “Regarding three activities, place Vowelized comments: is ˙ written, Rashi ¨Ì«Ï−Torah, ÷ redemption À‰È�it˙«·È! ½ takes ÏÀν All ·È!its˙Ÿkin a‰T«zà ·∆E and¨È¢!punctuated ÷U ÷VÕÙHebrew e 5 manner—but it is implicit that redemption on its text ; acts of kindness bring peace between man wayspeaceful are peaceful Ì@À‡ ÔÈÕOnly a Ì«Ï−because ÷ ‰�◊«Ú «¯Õ·⁄ÁaforeÃÏ Ì@À‡ ÔÈÕa�÷ ÌÈDÀÒ⁄Á ˙eÏȜӽ‚e does not of to the and own his fellow; andhappen prayer peacefully. with the congregation refers the nœÚ eÈÀ‰ ÌÈœaUŸ· Èœk e‰�Ê ¯eaœvÉ ÌœÚ ÏÕlÃt"˙œÓe ¨«¯Õ·⁄ÁÃÏ mentioned peaceful. many who were practices with me.”is6 redemptionÆÈDÀ Through these three activities, redemption takes place in a WARRANTED DECEIT ÚÀÓ"÷ÃÓethat ÆÌ«Ï−redemption ÷Ÿ· ‰�iDŸt ‰�◊⁄Úits� ÌÈXÀ·E ß‚ ÈB½È ÏÃÚ�÷ e½Èɽ peaceful manner—but To understand this,7ititisis implicit first necessary to present anonexplanaÌÈXÀOnly k½Ê�Éno ¸ because Ï¢� É ÌÈ�be�Èthe ½called œÚ ÈB½ ÈYaakov ÏÃڽ ¨Ì«Ï−÷Ÿ· «ÈÕ‡�÷ ‰�iDŸt ÷�i�÷ owntion doesofnot peacefully. aforethehappen verse, Your name shall longer of mentioned is redemption (Jacob),practices but Yisrael (Israel), forpeaceful. you have striven.8 Rashi com-ÆÌ«Ï−÷Ÿ· ‰�iDŸt ‰�◊⁄Ú� ˛ÏÈÕÚŸÏ ments that WARRANTED DECEIT

this was so it shall not be said that by means of ¯ÕÓobtained À‡�È ·S⁄toÚpresent �Èthe‡¿blessings, ·e˙À k�gbut‰ÃÓrath-ÌÈ∆DOÉŸÏ ÷�È ‰�Ê ÔÈœ·À‰ŸÏe cunning [eikev] he To understand this,7and it isdeceit first necessary an explana9 ¨È¢!÷[sar U ]longer ÷VÕ e beÆßeÎcalled−˙ÈX−Yaakov ◊ Èœk ÏÕ‡T"◊�È Ìœ‡ Èœk ^ŸÓ!÷ „«Ú or Ùnobleman. theverse, manner of aname minister tionerofinthe Your shall no 8 (Jacob), but Yisrael (Israel), for Ìœyou striven. ‡ Èœhave k ˙«ÎTŸ aÉ Rashi ˙Œ‡ ÁKÀcomÏ ‰ÀÓYœÓŸ·e ·MÕÚŸa�÷ ¯ÕÓÀ‡�È ‡`�÷ ments that this was so it shall not be said that by means of 1. Psalms 55:19. In this verse, King predicament in peace. The quotation Æ„È�‚�ŸÎe ¯×◊Ÿk David refers to redemption from the from the Talmud that follows in the cunning [eikev] and deceit he obtained the blessings, but rath9 battles thatthe he manner fought against his son, [sar main along with much Chasidic ] ortext, nobleman. er in of a minister

Absalom. The Jerusalem Talmud (So- 5.commentary, interprets this verse as Proverbs 3:17. tah 1:5) relates how David recited this also speaking to the general concept verse in gratitude to verse, G-d for saving redemption, asaspects will explained.

1. Psalms 55:19.

In this King predicament peace.

Thebequotation 6.ofI.e., theinthree stated in the him from a dangerous David refers to redemption fromsituation. the fromTalmud the Talmud that follows in the correspond to the three 2.text, Berachot 8a.

Were have fallen into hands battles thathehetofought against histhe son, main along withverse. muchMy Chasidic sections of the soul was of hisThe son,Jerusalem Absalom,Talmud Absalom(Sowould Absalom. commentary, this verse toas (1) redeemed ininterprets peace corresponds 3.

In a minyan—a ten not have had mercy on him, whereas tah 1:5) relates how David recited this alsoTorah—peaceful speaking to the ingeneral allquorum its concept ways,ofand men. had Absalom been captured by Daverse in gratitude to G-d for saving of redemption, will be explained.

(2) acts of as kindness.

Because of the David have had mercy on many who were with me corresponds him vid, from a would dangerous situation.

In prayer his8a.commentary to the Talmud, this fallen verse, into David 2. Berachot Werehim. he toInhave thethanks hands G-d to4.(3) with the congregation. forson, bringing him Absalom out of this difficult loc cit. of his Absalom, would a minyan—a quorum ten not have had mercy on him, whereas 3. In 7. Namely, how these threeofactivities had Absalom been captured by Da- men. make the redemption peaceful. It is Extensive footnotes vid, David would have had mercy on also necessary to understand the adexplain abstract concepts his commentary to the Talmud, him. verse, David vantages of a peaceful redemption and In givethis background and thanks G-d 4. In forsources bringing him out for further studyof this difficult loc cit.

and the disadvantages of a nonpeaceful redemption. Since even a non-peaceful redemption still qualifies as a redemption, what is so unique about a peaceful redemption?

See Sefer Hamaamarim 5703, p. 184.

8. Genesis 32:29.

9. This is paraphrased from Rashi on 32:29 and 35:10. Both the Hebrew words for striven (sarita) and minister (sar), respectively, are etymologically related to Yisrael, Jacob’s new name.

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CHASIDIC HERITAGE SERIES The Eternal Bond

Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi

Translated by Rabbi Ari Sollish

The Alter Rebbe – 1745-1812

What exactly is the bris milah covenant and what does it signify? Rabbi Schneur Zalman probes the mystical dimension of the mitzvah. Supplemented by stories pertaining to the birth and circumcision ceremonies of the Lubavitcher Rebbes.

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Journey of the Soul Translated by Rabbi Ari Sollish This offering outlines the struggle of the G-dly soul as it fights against the materialistic elements of life, drawing metaphors from the enigmatic details of Queen Esther in the Purim story.

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Transforming the Inner Self Translated by Rabbi Chaim Zev Citron What do the Biblical laws of animal sacrifices mean to a 21st century Jew? Each of us possesses certain materialistic character traits—the animal within that we must “sacrifice” and transform until it too develops a love for G-d.

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Rabbi DovBer of Lubavitch The Mitteler Rebbe – 1773-1827

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What’s in a flame? This Chanukah discourse employs the multiple images of a lamp, oil, wick and the different hues of a flame to offer profound guidance in the divine service of every individual.

Knowledge and Faith Translated by Rabbi Eli Kaminetzky When present, faith can lift a person infinitely. But faith can depart as easily as it comes. Knowledge, by contrast, changes us definitively. Rabbi Schneur Zalman contrasts faith in G-d with the obligation to “know” Him, and guides us to adopt the best qualities of both.

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Rabbi Menachem Mendel The “Tzemach Tzedek” – 1789–1866

The Art of Giving Translated by Rabbi Shmuel Simpson Tzedakah is often translated as “charity,” implying a gift from a person who has to a person who needs. In this discourse, the Tzemach Tzedek describes how tzedakah done properly actually benefits the giver.

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The Mitzvah to Love Your Fellow as Yourself Translated by Rabbis Nissen Mangel and Zalman Posner Explore the essential unity of all souls through the Kabbalistic principle of the “collective soul.” The idea develops that when we connect on a soul level, we can love our fellow as we love ourselves, for in truth, we are all one soul. Includes a brief biography of the Tzemach Tzedek.

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True Existence Translated by Rabbi Yosef Marcus This discourse by Rabbi Shmuel clarifies monotheistic belief, revolutionizing the way in which we are able to see the world as part of G-d. True Existence includes a brief biography of Rabbi Shmuel—see p. 54.

Companion video CD: The Chasidic View of Reality

Rabbi Manis Friedman

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Rabbi Shmuel of Lubavitch 1834-1882

Feminine Faith

Channeling the Divine

Translated by Rabbis Shais Taub and Avraham D. Vaisfiche

Edited by Rabbi Avraham D. Vaisfiche

The monthly birth of a new moon is of deep significance in Judaism and is particularly celebrated by women. Girls approaching Bat Mitzvah will appreciate the challenge of studying this profound discourse on the meaning of Rosh Chodesh and the ideas that touch on their unique identity as Jewish women.

Delivered on the occasion of the Rebbe Rashab’s Bar Mitzvah, the discourse describes the cosmic impact of performing the mitzvah of tefillin, and the special connection between this mitzvah and the age of Bar Mitzvah.

Among Chabad Chasidim, a Bar Mitzvah boy celebrates his new responsibilities as a Jewish adult by publicly delivering this discourse.

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CHASIDIC HERITAGE SERIES Overcoming Folly

Rabbi Shalom DovBer of Lubavitch

Translated by Rabbi Zalman I. Posner

1860-1920

This is a book that looks deeply into the oldest battle—man against his own evil inclination. Written in response to the challenges of secularism and non-Jewish ideologies that faced Russian Jewry at the start of the 20th century, it touches on facing the obstacles of material existence that stand in the way of achieving true spiritual heights.

All for the Sake of Heaven Translated by Rabbi Zalman Abraham Judaism abhors abstinence from physical dealings, pushing us instead to channel them toward a greater goal. Discover how man can unleash tremendous divine energy through seemingly mundane daily routines, so that these can be carried out truly for the sake of heaven.

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In the words of Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak, Tract on Prayer is “a definitive guide to finding a balm and remedy for the maladies of the soul, and to developing one’s faculties and abilities through genuine service.” The discourse explains the role of contemplation before and during prayer.

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On the second day of Rosh Hashanah, 1898, Rabbi Shalom began a series of eight discourses that continued through Sukkot and the ensuing weeks. The three in this collection are among the first with which students of Chabad Yeshivot are initiated into more complex Chasidic texts.

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At the core of a human being is a soul, a part of G-d that is holy and pure. But we don’t typically live from our core.

We live in the moment where even the purest soul can make rather poor choices.

Explore the Soul to find out how we, like the High Priest on Yom Kippur, can access our “Holy of Holies” and attain forgiveness and focus.

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Exploring the Soul

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There are three distinct ways of relating to G-d: 1) As a child with a natural connection. 2) As a loyal and loving servant who derives great pleasure from doing G-d’s will. 3) As a simple servant who does his work consistently because he has no identity outside of being a servant of G-d. Which is preferable?

The Simple Servant is part of a legendary series of sixty-one discourses delivered from the beginning of 1905 through the winter of 1907, on a wealth of topics and profundity. This is the first translation into English of a discourse in this historical series.

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Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak of Lubavitch 1880-1950

Oneness in Creation Translated by Rabbi Y. Eliezer Danzinger Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak explores the Divine Unity that animates and perpetually sustains all of life’s elements. It can change the way you think about every aspect of living and life experiences.

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Creation and Redemption Translated by Rabbi Yosef Marcus Rosh Hashanah marks the creation of the finite, ordered universe. Passover commemorates the supernatural Exodus from Egypt. These themes represent a unique tension of order and infinity that exists within the world, within time and within each person. See how to harmonize and harness them.

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The Four Worlds

Torah study every day is crucial to life itself. This applies not only to the soul of the one studying but also to the souls of his family. For then (through Torah study), the atmosphere of the home becomes an atmosphere of Torah and piety.

—Hayom Yom, 4 Cheshvan

Translated by Rabbi Yosef Marcus Your atlas to understanding the four spiritual worlds that populate Chasidic and Kabbalah texts.

In 1937, Mr. M.A. Horowitz wrote to Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak requesting a better understanding of the mystical worlds of Atzilut, Beriah, Yetzirah, and Asiyah: Do they occupy space? How do they differ from one another? In this letter to a yearning Chasid, the Rebbe explains.

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The Majestic Bride Translated by Rabbis Ari Sollish and Avraham D. Vaisfiche In order to create a full relationship between two individuals, there has to be a process of give and take. In these discourses, the mystical process of creation including the roles of giver and receiver are explored. From here couples can derive meaningfully insight into the healthy attitudes toward marriage and procreation. Both the previous Rebbe’s and the Rebbe’s discourses are presented in this work.

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Principles of Education & Guidance Translated by Rabbi Y. Eliezer Danzinger True education is much more than transmitting knowledge. As a young man, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak compiled this thought-provoking treatise at the behest of his father for use by the counselors at the first Lubavitch yeshiva, Tomchei Tmimim. In it, teachers and parents will find a wealth of practical guidance on developing lasting character in their charges. Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak’s memories of his own education appear as an appendix.

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At the wedding of his daughter in 1928, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak related that the souls of the bride’s and groom’s ancestors descend and join the wedding celebration. He then delivered a discourse that contained teachings of each of the previous ChabadLubavitch Rebbes, ancestors of the bride and groom, in effect “inviting” them to participate at the wedding.

In 1953, the Rebbe expounded on this discourse and in 1978, in honor of his fiftieth wedding anniversary, edited and published the exposition now commonly recited at weddings as a symbolic invitation to the Rebbe and the previous Rebbes to participate.

--From The Majestic Bride

CHASIDIC HERITAGE SERIES Victory of Light

The Lubavitcher Rebbe

Translated by Rabbi Yosef Marcus

Rabbi Menachem Mendel – 1902-1994

This Chanukah discourse explains that the Hellenistic Greeks waged a spiritual war: they wished to secularize Judaism, turning it from a supra-rational faith into a rational system of philosophy and moral conduct. In this sense the Greek Empire is very much alive. Victory of Light tells us how to fight back.

Nurturing Faith Translated by Rabbis Ari Sollish and Avraham D. Vaisfiche What is the “job” of a Rebbe?

This soul-stirring discourse digs deep into the pain and power of a Jew in exile for the answer. From exuberance at Mount Sinai to defiance in Communist Russia to the current era of Western prosperity, analyze historical styles of Jewish commitment and the leaders who rose in each era.

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Given its date of release, this discourse takes on added significance: the original Hebrew edition was formally published at the Rebbe’s request in winter 1992 and distributed by the Rebbe to over 8,000 Chasidim. This final discourse released by the Rebbe is studied as a “will and testament” describing the true and everlasting connection between Rebbe and Chasid.

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The Unbreakable Soul Translated by Rabbi Ari Sollish This discourse speaks to one who feels steeped in materiality and struggling to access spirituality. There is no reason to despair, G-d forbid: nothing can extinguish the soul’s fiery love of G-d. No matter how much one may be flooded with worry about making it day to day, the flame of the soul forever burns.

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The level of Yechidah is not susceptible to blemish or impurity, G-d forbid.

(This is similar to the one jug of oil that was found with the seal of the high priest still intact, since the “outsiders” are incapable of reaching there).

--From Victory of Light

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CHASIDIC HERITAGE SERIES Full Devotion Translated by Rabbi Zalman Abraham Delivered by the Rebbe one year after ascending to the leadership of ChabadLubavitch, this landmark discourse retools our conception of divine service. It discusses the self-satisfaction that might result from our love and awe of G-d, and charges us with continuously choosing to look beyond ourselves to see G-d`s love for us. This in turn, will make us successful in serving him selflessly.

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Garments of the Soul Translated by Rabbis Yosef Marcus and Levi Friedman Often what is perceived to be mundane is most sacred, what seems inconsequential is crucial. This is the case with one’s thoughts, speech and actions. Though they are the mere “garments” of a much deeper soul, transforming them—like a literal wardrobe upgrade—can truly transform the soul they enclothe.

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Staying the Course Translated by Rabbi Shmuel Simpson Introduction by Rabbi Manis Friedman Speaking to the seasoned Chasid as well as those newly introduced to the Rebbe and his teachings, these discourses discuss the unique bond that exists between Rebbe and Chasid and various ways to continue nurturing and renewing this bond even after the Rebbe’s passing.

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Translated by Rabbi Y. H. Greenberg and S. S. Handelman.

In this landmark discourse, the Rebbe explores what exactly Chasidut is in contrast to what it teaches and how it changes a person. After negating several popular perceptions, the Rebbe takes readers on a journey to perceive Chasidut as it expands the understanding of all parts of Torah just as the essence of our souls adds depth to every part of one’s mind, emotions and sense of self.

Yaakov’s sons—the 12 tribes of Israel— embody distinctive forms of divine service. This discourse compares the blessing Yaakov gave to Yehudah with those he gave his first three sons, providing nuanced lessons about each individual soul’s bond with G-d.

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CLASSIC CHASIDIC WORKS

Classic Chasidic Works

Selections from Torah Or & Likkutei Torah Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi Translated by Rabbi Eliyahu Touger It has been the custom for Chasidim to study the discourses in Torah Or and Likkutei Torah, affectionately known as the “Chasidic Parsha,” weekly and at festival time. This selection of discourses from these great works by the founder of the Chabad Chasidic philosophy, focuses on Rabbi Schneur Zalman’s insights on the festivals.

Chasidim stand when a Rebbe delivers a discourse. They understand that he is drawing a new light into the world, a new vision for each of them as individuals and for the world as a whole.

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An anthology of teachings and instructions attributed to Rabbi Yisrael Baal Shem Tov. This translation is the first complete English rendition of these foundational teachings.

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Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak of Lubavitch Translated by Rabbi Uri Kaploun

The Testament of Rabbi Israel Baal Shem Tov

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The sheer range of this work as the written heritage of ChabadLubavitch is prolific. The talks delivered (and later rewritten)

by Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak between 1929 and 1950 embrace childhood memories: vignettes of humble giants, recollections of interrogations by the Russian authorities, and, of course, creative expositions of concepts crucial to the teachings of Chasidus. One golden theme links these subjects: the intense spiritual and personal bond the Rebbes held with all their fellow Jews, the essence of the very concept of Rebbe.

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CLASSIC CHASIDIC WORKS On The Study Of Chasidus

A Trilogy of Chasidic Essays Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak of Lubavitch In the 1940s and 50s, English readers had little familiarity with the vast wealth of Chasidic literature. To fill this void, three short and fundamental essays were selected for adaptation into English, all authored by the sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe:

Some Aspects of Chabad Chasidism Translated by Rabbi Nissan Mindel A letter in response to the question: Is Chabad philosophy helpful to an academically-inclined person, estranged from Judaism, who wants to learn about his heritage?

Chassidic Discourses

On The Teachings of Chassidus

Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak of Lubavitch Translated by Rabbi Sholom Ber Wineberg

Translated by Rabbi Zalman I. Posner

A collection of introspective discourses by Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak between 1941-1945. Written for an audience that may have never studied Chasidic philosophy, the writings extricate lessons from the earth-shattering events of the time and their connection to the coming of Moshiach.

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An essay on the general nature of Chabad Chasidic teachings and their impact on Jewish life and thought.

On Learning Chasidus Translated by Rabbi Zalman I. Posner A conclusive demonstration that anyone—regardless of background or intellectual faculties—can comprehend and benefit immeasurably from Chabad philosophy.

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Basi LeGani Considered his last will and testament, this discourse was released in advance of 10 Shevat 5710 (1950), the day Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak passed away. A year later, upon assuming the mantle of leadership, the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, delivered an exposition of Basi LeGani. In so doing, the Rebbe also declared his own leadership mission and goals. Chasidim customarily study Basi LeGani each year in honor of the tenth of Shevat.

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Hayom Yom– Bilingual Edition In the winter of 1942, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak gave his son-in-law, the future Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, the task of compiling an anthology of Chasidic aphorisms and customs arranged according to the days of the year.

“A book that is small in format...but bursting with pearls and diamonds of choicest quality…A splendid palace of Chasidism.”

—Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak after reviewing Hayom Yom

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Learn between the lines.

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Lessons in Sefer Hamaamarim The Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menahcem M. Schneerson Translated by Rabbis Eliyahu Touger and Sholom Ber Wineberg.

Chasidim have always regarded the delivery of a maamar as more than the teaching of knowledge: unlike Jewish philosophy in which man seeks to understand G-d, Chasidut is G-d explaining Himself to man, akin to the awe-inspiring experience of receiving the Torah at Sinai.

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This volume was envisioned as a Torah class in print. Five of the Rebbe’s discourses are presented in the original Hebrew text, translated passage by passage and interspersed with explanations of varying lengths.

The Rebbe’s original footnotes and references are cited here too, along with additional references and commentary. In this way, the reader not only studies the maamar, but experiences it completely.

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PHILOSOPHY

Philosophy Beyond the individual teachings of Chasidut, the broader premise and concepts of Chasidut as explored in these volumes are an invaluable framework for a person’s life.

A favourite contention of the ‘mysticist,’ as erroneous as it is ignorant and mischievous, creates an imaginary tension between Halachah and Kabbalah... Suffice it to note that most of the greatest Halachic authorities and codifiers were also Kabbalists.

The Mystical Dimension Rabbi Jacob Immanuel Schochet The Mystical Tradition Vol. 1 An overview of Jewish mysticism, its place within Judaism, what distinguishes it from non-Jewish mysticism, and the significance of its dissemination in modern times.

Deep Calling Unto Deep Vol. 2 Prayer and repentance are two fundamental principles of Judaism. This volume helps make them more consciously vital, exploring the spiritual dimensions of each of them.

Chassidic Dimensions Vol. 3 Though certain ideas—universal Ahavat Yisroel, the figure of the Rebbe-Tzaddik—are strongly identified with Chasidic thought, they derive wholly from Talmud, Midrash and other classic traditions. In this volume, these roots are traced.

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—From The Mystical Tradition

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Trailblazers in Chasidism in English

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Rabbi Dr. Nissan Mindel (1912–1999) was a distinguished author and editor who recorded a great deal of Chabad history. He was trained in European yeshivot, studied law and political science and received his Ph.D. in Semitic Languages from Columbia University.

The Divine Commandments Rabbi Dr. Nissan Mindel This thin volume, first published in 1945, provides insight into the power of tangible deed as a means of bringing life and G-dly kindness into the physical world. Organized into seven thematic segments, this brief work answers many basic questions about man and G-d.

Rabbi Zalman I. Posner (1927–2014) was one of the first students trained at the American Lubavitcher Yeshivah, and one of the earliest and best-known expositors of Chasidism in English. In 1949, Rabbi Posner and his wife Risya came to Nashville, Tennessee as the first Chabad emissaries to the state, a position they held for 53 years.

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Inward Bound Rabbi Nissan Dovid Dubov What is Kabbalah? How can I use it to improve my life? This revealing volume provides an overview of the origins and purpose of Kabbalah, fundamental Kabbalistic concepts and how we can apply topics such as angels and Mazal, meditation and teshuvah to our lives.

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Rabbi Dr. Jacob Immanuel Schochet (1935–2013) was a unique scholar and academic, and an eloquent defender of traditional Jewish belief. In addition to his various professorships, he was a prolific translator and author of Jewish philosophy and a celebrated orator on topics of faith and the authenticity of the Torah.

Rabbi Nissen Mangel was just ten years old when he miraculously evaded the ‘selection’ and gas chambers to become Auschwitz’s youngest inmate. He survived multiple encounters with Dr. Joseph Mengele and the infamous Death March and has gone on to live a life of communal devotion and extraordinary scholarly achievement.

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FAITH & INSPIRATION

Faith & Inspiration

Living With Moshiach Rabbi Jacob Immanuel Schochet Redemption through our righteous Moshiach, the ultimate purpose of G-d's creation, is at the heart of Jewish belief. These concise, inspiring and articulate discussions on Moshiach, based on the Rebbe’s talks and writings, are arranged according to the weekly and holiday Torah portions.

The belief that there is One G-d, everpresent and constantly creating, is the foundation of Jewish living. The faith that He created us for a purpose is the ladder we climb every day. These works provide relatable perspectives and aphorisms that empower us to reach our G-d-given goals each and every day.

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From Exile to Redemption Compiled by Rabbi Eliyahu Friedman Translated by Rabbi Uri Kaploun An outstanding compilation of insights into various aspects of the theme of exile and redemption.

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Sound the Great Shofar:

Essays on the Imminence of the Redemption

The ties between two people... are chiefly of a spiritual, not of a material, nature... A bullet, a grenade, or a disease can affect the body, but not the spirit or the soul.

Adapted by Rabbi Eliyahu Touger A study of the subject of Moshiach and redemption in traditional and Chasidic sources.

—From A Time to Heal

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A Time to Heal

The Lubavitcher Rebbe’s Response to Loss and Tragedy

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“Of great benefit to an audience in search of the Torah’s perspective.”

—Rabbi Israel Meir Lau, former Chief Rabbi of Israel

Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson Have you ever been so overcome by emotion that you were at a loss for words, or confused about how to think and feel in response to a particular event? The messages in this book can guide you to see a brighter way forward.

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“If words are the pen of the heart,” taught Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, “then song is the pen of the soul.” The soul’s pen, however, writes in the opposite direction from the heart’s. While words carry meaning downwards from G‑d’s own primal consciousness into the minds of sages and the lips of prophets to inscribe them upon human hearts, song carries the soul upwards to be absorbed within the Infinite Light.

Chabad-Lubavitch Melodies Young Scholar’s Pocket Calendar This little calendar was first published in 1942. The children’s equivalent of Hayom Yom, each day treats the reader to a Halacha, a quote or an intriguing question. So broad is the content, it is as fascinating today as it was over 70 years ago.

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Recorded in the 1960s and 70s, “Niggunei Chasidei Chabad,” (aka “Nichoach”) comprises tens of the Nigunim sung at Farbrengen gatherings, special events or spontaneously, many composed by the Rebbes.

The collection is minimally arranged. focusing strongly on melodic accuracy and emotion.

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HISTORY & BIOGRAPHY THE CHABAD REBBES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 THE REBBETZINS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

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The Founders of Chasidism The Great Mission and other stories

Rabbi Eliyahu Friedman Translated by Rabbi Elchonon Lesches Collected in this volume is the epic story of Rabbi Yisrael Baal Shem Tov, the humble mystic who revitalized Jewish life in the 17th century after a period of terrible demoralization.

His Torah teachings, lessons for life and documented accounts of the wonders he performed make The Great Mission more than just a biography, but a helpful companion to understanding the roots of Chasidic philosophy.

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Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi – A Biography Rabbi Dr. Nissan Mindel Few luminaries in Jewish history have made such a profound and lasting contribution to our spiritual heritage as Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi (1745-1812). In many ways, his works on mysticism, philosophy and Halacha set the course of modern Jewish living. This richly detailed biography traces Rabbi Schneur Zalman’s often challenging life, offering considerable insight into his extraordinary strength of character.

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The Arrest and Liberation of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi Rabbi Avraham C. Glitzenstein Translated by Rabbi Jacob Immanuel Schochet In 1798, the founder of Chabad was framed, persecuted, and imprisoned in Petersburg, Russia for his efforts to strengthen the Jewish people and to disseminate Chasidic teachings. His arrest imperiled not only his own life, but also the future of Chasidism.

On the 19th of Kislev of that year, Rabbi Schneur Zalman was freed and cleared of charges, his teachings vindicated. This book explores this turning point in the Chasidic movement, and its importance as a milestone in Jewish history.

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THE CHABAD REBBES

Historical Sketches

From the Diary of Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak of Lubavitch

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Events in the Life of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi Delve into the birth story of Chabad and the battle for Chasidut through the riveting writings of Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak of Lubavitch. Discover the process with which the Alter Rebbe imparted the tenets of his newly developed philosophy, and read in detail the perilous challenges he faced from the Mitnagdim and the Haskalah of his day.

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The Debate in Minsk Following the emigration of Rabbi Menachem Mendel of Horodok to the Holy Land, his student, Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, assumed leadership of the Chasidim. When the legitimacy of the Baal Shem Tov’s teachings was challenged by the Mitnagdim, the new Rebbe provided a vigorous and definitive defense.

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The Tzemach Tzedek and the Haskalah Movement In 1843, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneersohn, third Lubavitcher Rebbe, known as the "Tzemach Tzedek," was called upon to join the Czarist goverment’s Rabbinical Commission. While the Haskalah Movement pushed for compromises to Jewish practice, the Rebbe showed deft determination to preserve and advance our tradition in every way.

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The Third Judge

and other stories of the Tzemach Tzedek Rabbi Elchonon Lesches A fascinating collection of stories and anecdotes, that vividly depict the Tzemach Tzedek’s huge impact on all facets of Jewish religious life, and the particular attention given to the most humble and downtrodden.

Lubavitcher Rabbi’s Memoirs

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Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn of Lubavitch Translated by Rabbi Dr. Nissan Mindel In these masterfully crafted pages, the sixth Rebbe introduces us to a young man named Baruch, who would become the father of Rabbi Schneur Zalman, founder of Chabad. Orphaned at a young age, Baruch wanders in search of a suitable manner in which to serve G-d. We witness incidents that occur in own life; we join him to hear captivating stories and historical episodes told to him by a variety of personalities, who inform, inspire and guide.

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The Heroic Struggle Rabbi Dr. Alter B. Metzger In 1927, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak was arrested by the Soviet secret police for “counter-revolutionary activity.” He endured physical and mental torture in an event meant to destroy the Jewish Underground, yet emerged from his ordeal miraculously alive and undaunted. As recounted in these pages, his heroic struggle continued as he led the Jewish resistance, ultimately laying the foundation of the current Jewish revival.

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Rabbi, Mystic, Leader

The Life and Times of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Schneerson Rabbi Naftali Tzvi Gottleib Translated by Rabbi Elchonon Lesches Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Schneerson, revered rabbi, Kabbalist, communal leader and father of the seventh Rebbe, constantly risked his life to keep Judaism alive. Even in exile, weakened by the illness that would claim his life, he embodied that rare spiritual vitality that characterizes a true leader and tzaddik.

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—From Lubavitcher Rabbi’s Memoirs

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A Mother in Israel

The life & memoirs of Rebbetzin Chana Schneerson Born in 1880 in Nikolayev, Russia, Rebbetzin Chana was a uniquely righteous, humble, giving and wise person, in addition to providing our generation with its preeminent leader, the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson. Read selections from her memoirs and historical information surrounding her illustrious life, a shining example for every Jewish person, particularly every “mother in Israel.”

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Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson Famously private and known only by a handful of confidants, the Rebbetzin (wife of the seventh Rebbe) was often an active participant in the events that shook the foundations of Jewish life. Her biography is an account of the trials and triumphs of the Lubavitch movement in the 20th century.

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Rebbetzin Chana Schneerson The communist forces arrested and tortured her husband, destroyed his livelihood and exiled him to Kazakhstan. But the Rebbetzin (the seventh Rebbe’s mother) refused to let her spirit and devotion wane. Gain the strength to face the ups and downs of life from this concise biography of the wife of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak of Dniepropetrovsk (Rabbi, Mystic, Leader, p. 54).

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Forty Centuries

Milestones in Early Jewish History In this brief yet highly informative booklet, travel through Jewish history from the birth of Abraham through the destruction of the Bet Hamikdash.

Handy charts and maps make this a beloved reference for students and scholars alike.

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LAWS & CUSTOMS THE SHULCHAN ARUCH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 LIFECYLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

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THE SHULCHAN ARUCH NEW BILINGUAL EDITION

Designed to Live By Shulchan Aruch HaRav—the Code of Jewish Law by Rabbi Schneur Zalman— is a fundamental guide to Jewish living. Translated into English in 2002, this completely redesigned edition delivers a new level of approachability and convenience, fusing the familiar flow of a Hebrew Sefer with the best layout practices of a bilingual reference.

THE SHULCHAN ARUCH

Side-by-side translation for easy study in Hebrew, English or both

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Shulchan Aruch

of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi Translated and annotated by Rabbis Eliyahu Touger and Uri Kaploun In Torah-observant circles, Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi is widely referred to as the “Author of Tanya” and the “Rav.” The Tanya explores the esoteric dimension of the Torah as it relates to body and soul and the higher worlds. By contrast, the Shulchan Aruch HaRav concerns itself with the here and now of daily existence. Notably, the author's name Schneur, meaning “two lights,” alludes to these two dimensions of Torah—the mystical and the legal—and their intersection at which Jewish life finds its fullest expression.

Readily readable footnotes Original diagrams

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Seder Kidushin V’Nisuin U’Madrich Meforat Rabbi Mordechai Farkash A concise and definitive resource for engaged couples and a guide for officiating rabbis covering the whats, whys and how-tos of the pre-wedding and wedding ceremony. Includes full tenaim and ketubah texts, laminated card of the blessings recited under the chuppah and source notes for further study. A quick guide in English for bride, groom and officiating rabbi rounds out this detailed work.

In the joy of marriage or the pain of loss, from birth to Bat Mitzvah, Jewish law and custom play a vital role in our lives. In these volumes, find a wealth of practical guidance and spritual significance for the observances of daily Jewish life.

SEE ALSO: The Majestic Bride — Lecha Dodi 5689 & 5714 (CHS) page 40

The Bat Mitzvah Reader Rabbi Yosef Marcus

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This unique compilation of inspirational readings for the Bat Mitzvah girl includes selections from Scripture, Jewish Law and Chasidic philosophy carefully chosen to educate and inspire the young Jewish girl as she approaches Jewish womanhood.

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Kitzur Dinei Taharah A general overview and digest of the laws of niddah, mikveh and family sanctity following the rulings of the Rebbes of Chabad-Lubavitch.

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The Jewish Funeral & Mourner’s Guide Compiled by Rabbi Avraham Bergstein

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This guide presents a brief overview of traditional prayers and customs for a Jewish funeral, graveside services and mourning.

It is intended as a mere digest of common scenarios that may inspire continued exploration with a competent orthodox rabbi.

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Kovetz Minhagim Compiled by Rabbi Avraham Yeshaya Holtzberg Translated by Rabbi Shimon Neubort An anthology of Chabad-Lubavitch customs regarding pregnancy, childbirth, circumcision, redemption of the firstborn son and the birth and naming rite for girls.

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The Book of Chabad-Lubavitch Customs Translated by Rabbi Uri Kaploun A guide to the daily and yearly customs prevelant in Chabad tradition.

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The Blessing Card Illustrated by April Stewart Klausner Available as a pocket-sized card or a hangable poster, these vibrantly illustrated and laminated cards display the blessings for each food group, as well as the “Al Hamichya” and “Borei Nefashos” after-blessings. Hebrew with vowels, translated and transliterated.

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Spice and Spirit

The World’s Most Trusted Jewish Cookbook Give your kosher cooking an added dimension with practical guidelines and spiritual insights interwoven with delectable recipes from traditional favorites to international specialties.

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A Companion to Spice & Spirit Kosher for Passover Cookbook

A handy guide for Passover from start to finish: from how to prepare the house, to the Passover food and cooking laws, to candle lighting and how to prepare for the Seder.

Recipes include traditional and innovative Passover foods, all adhering to strict principles of Passover Kashrut (non-Gebrokts).

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Innovative and coherent, this guide features detailed instructions and helpful tips on cleaning, cooking and shopping for Passover. Includes timetables, budgeting charts, shopping lists and checklists to help maintain focus and order.

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A Tradition of My Own To American children in the 1940s, Judaism meant “old-fashioned” rituals, burdensome lessons and cultural exclusion. Merkos was first to counter those perceptions with fascinating fiction and biographies for Jewish children. Now, your kids can join the generations of children who’ve grown up with the delightful works of Marcus Lehman, Gershon Kranzler and Michoel Muchnik.

TODDLERS & PRESCHOOL Touch of Chanukah Sylvia Rouss Illustrated by Boruch Becker

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An ancient clay jug of oil and a wooden dreidel are among the textures that await.

Touch of Passover Ari Sollish Illustrated by Boruch Becker

Touch and Feel This warmly illustrated collection beckons toddlers to explore the textures of the festivals. Produced on tear-and-tooth-proof glossy board.

Bumpy matzah, leafy bitter maror and sticky wine droplets are some of the Passover textures in this delightful book.

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Touch of Shabbat Rivkah Krinsky Illustrated by Boruch Becker Children can peek beneath the challah cover or smell sweet red wine as they help prepare for Shabbat.

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“Tzedakah and acts of kindness are the equivalent of all the mitzvot of the Torah.”

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Quarters & Dimes & Nickels & Pennies Baila Olidort Illustrated by Norman Nodel Children love to put coins in a charity box and hear them jingle...but where does the money go? This heartwarming story shows how tzedakah helps others.

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The Very Best Place for a Penny Dina Herman Rosenfeld Illustrated by Leonid Pinchevsky and Eliyahu Meshchaninov A shiny penny lives peacefully in a drawer with pencils, pens and keys. But when a boy comes along and pockets it, the penny begins to wonder where he truly belongs.

A classic on the mitzvah of charity giving.

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EARLY READERS The Doll Maker’s Gift Sashi Friedman Illustrated by Jessica Schiffman Pogroms in Eastern Europe force little Nora’s family to flee, but they don’t have enough to pay for everyone’s passage. A family friend, a kind doll maker, offers to care for Nora until her family can pay for her journey.

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Avi's Choice

Baila Olidort Illustrated by Bryna Waldman

Rebeka Rahmani Simhaee Illustrated by Janice Hechter

Shoshana’s almost three, and a special gift arrives from her grandmother. It’s a beautiful silver candlestick and Shoshana can’t wait to light her own Shabbat candle—just like mommy!

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Avi is all set to go out with his friends when he overhears his father on the phone. Grandpa isn't feeling too well and Avi is the only one able to visit. Should he make his friends wait? Should he disappoint his Grandpa? His parents give him the choice, but he is torn. Avi's Choice explores the struggle of putting others first and delivers the satisfaction of a choice well made.

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The Little Esrog Rochelle Kochin Illustrated by Janice Hechter With just days until Sukkos, the Jews of Sislotch wait excitedly for their beautiful esrogim to arrive.

But when a snowstorm delays the delivery wagon, the nervous driver takes matters into his own hands.

The Little Esrog is a touching tale of one modest esrog whose humility saves the holiday for the entire village.

The Beadle Shmuel Marcus Illustrated by Seva From helping others follow the prayer service to visiting patients in hospitals, this charming story illustrates how even the youngest among us plays a vital role in the community.

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EARLY READERS Hershel’s Houseboat Hershel the housebuilder is busy finishing a very unusual project—just in time to take Mendel and Rachel for a ride.

The Double Decker Purple Shul Bus It’s the only synagogue in the world that’s closed for Shabbat and holidays. Why?

Dovid Comes Home Out shopping for his mother, litte Dovid wanders off the path. The friendly villagers he meets help him find his way back home.

Muchnik Classics Written and illustrated by Michoel Muchnik Delightful storytelling, lifelong lessons and hallmark illustrations unite in this treasured collection of childhood classics.

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Michoel Muchnik’s joyful depictions of traditional and mystical Jewish themes have brought him international acclaim as a brilliant visual storyteller, among the foremost Jewish artists alive today.

The Scribe Who Lived in a Tree Rachel and her brother Mendel pay a visit to their friend Shlomo the scribe who shows them how he writes a Torah scroll.

Tuvia’s Train That Had No End The village rabbi isn’t feeling very well. The children hold a meeting and find a wonderful way to help him feel better.

Leah and Leibel’s Lighthouse Mendel and Rachel visit an island, where they discover that the mitzvot they do can help someone they don’t even know.

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Chana Zuber-Sharfstein Illustrated by Zalman Kleinman

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The title story reveals how the selfless generosity of one young man brought blessings of wealth and success to generation of his descendants, the famous House of Rothschild.

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Rochel Yaffe Illustrated by Bryna Waldman Meet curious little Esther in Nazi Europe, or read about an entangled friendship that is a modern day adventure. A collection of heartwarming stories from veteran educator Rachel Yaffe.

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Star swimmer Debbie Solomon worries about her upcoming Bat Mitzvah and the party her parents have in mind. Feeling pressure from all sides, Debbie uncovers a family secret that changes eveything.

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Eight Chanukah Tales Rabbi Dr. Nissan Mindel Illustrated by Eli Toron and Shmuel Graybar A Partisan lumberjack, a crazed Spanish maidservant, an American Jewish Army Chaplain...as the Chanukah lights shine a glow on our eternal survival, these tales will light up your heart with stories of bravery, loyalty, family sacrifice, brotherly love, and most of all...miracles!

The Maharal to the Rescue and other stories

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Four fascinating stories depicting the personal integrity, remarkable knowledge, prophetic power and enduring influence of Rabbi Yehudah ben Bezalel Lowe, the renowned 15th century scholar. Includes a biographical sketch.

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PRE-TEENS & TEENS Unpaid Ransom Jews of the Middle Ages inhabited a world that was dark and forbidding.

In the German ghettos, a true light of wisdom and scholarship shone forth in the person of Rabbi Meir of Rothenberg.

The Adopted Princess Fleeing the Cossacks, Rabbi Shabse Cohen (the “Shach”) and his daughter are separated in a forest.

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This enthralling tale of greed, deceit, piracy and the ultimate triumph of faith, traces one man’s shifting fortunes from the capitals of Europe to the far-flung shores of Africa and South America.

Rabeinu Gershom Meor Hagolah Rabbenu Gershom, the renowned 10th century leader, is caught in a web of misfortune that tests his faith and ingenuity to the utmost. His story takes us to the magnificent city of Constantinople.

Marcus (Meyer) Lehman was a rabbi in Germany in the 1800s.

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Five volumes of spellbinding tales for older children and teens Rabbi Dr. Nissan Mindel Turn the pages of this classic collection to meet largerthan-life Jewish personalities and discover the life of Jews from medieval times to behind the Iron Curtain. Parents and teachers will turn to these volumes again and again when called upon to be storytellers themselves.

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PRE-TEENS & TEENS The Coachman and other stories Disguised as a coachman, Rabbi Baruch drives his horse and wagon across the Russian countryside to further his spiritual understanding and illuminate the path for those who have strayed.

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The Galuth Melodies Series Gershon Kranzler These classic stories by Gershon Kranzler will capture the imagination of young and old reader alike, leaving them with a heartwarming message.

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Gershon Kranzler was born in Germany in 1916, and was a celebrated educator and a man of profound religious faith and intellectual curiosity. He authored numerous children’s books, many of his stories originating in the tales he told his own children.

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The Silver Rings and other stories Three young brothers flee the Spanish Inquisition...

Napoleon meets Rabbi Nachman of Bratzlav and receives an important piece of advice...the stories that cross oceans and span centuries combine to enthrall readers today.

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Seder in Herlin and other stories Gershon Kranzler The inspiring adventures of Jewish girls from Vienna to Vietnam and from Moscow to the Long Island Rail Road. Like the heroines of these stories, teenage readers will discover the workings of Divine Providence and how it can help them meet challenges in their own lives.

The Secret Code and other stories Gershon Kranzler From a hijacking in London to a rescue at Brighton Beach, these exciting tales depict modern Jewish boys faced with challenges and tests of character, all in the midst of fast-paced adventure.

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MACHANAYIM SERIES Machanayim – Stories of Tzaddikim Bracha Knoblovitch These legendary accounts of miracles and faith are filled with examples of courage, mitzvos, wisdom and good character. The vividly illustrated adventures depict Jewish characters in far away places and times long ago in a way that will entertain and stimulate young imaginations.

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