Elie Wiesel, an author, Nobel Prize laureate, and Holocaust survivor, recalls seeing the Rebbe for the first time, and the profound impact it had on the rest of his life. (1960's)

Simple Unity vs. Composite Unity: The knower, the knowledge, and the known

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

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.

Jono writes, directs, stage manages, and performs two roles in a one-act play depicting a debate between Moses and Korach, a man who challenged the Leadership of Moses and Aaron

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

Do your prayers sometimes sound like an Amazon wishlist? Does G-d really want to hear our prayers about everyday desires that seem trivial in the grand scheme of things? In this lesson, we will explore how to transform our physical longings into opportunities for spiritual growth and discover how cultivating compassion for ourselves and others can deepen our relationship with G-d.

Sarah and Avi, with help from Mitzvah Bird, return a little lost challah to his home.

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

The powerful words of this nigun express our fervent prayer and hope of seeing the Redemption soon, and to be reunited with all of our people. The poem seems to have been written by the Frierdiker Rebbe in 1941. The melody was then composed by Yisroel Dovid Rosenberg, a yeshiva student of Tomchei Tmimim in Shanghai.

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

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.

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.

Join a group of girls as they learn to bake Challah for Shabbat.

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.)

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 114 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

This class covers the early modern period in Eastern Europe, where Jewish communities flourished under the self-governance of the Council of Four Lands, but were later devastated with the Chmielnitzki Massacres in 1648.

Let us 'not' create G-d in our image!!

The famous story from the Midrash about how Abraham destroyed the idols in his father's shop. An excerpt from the full DVD “Young Abraham”.

A whimsical one-minute recap of the portion of Korach, in which Korach leads a rebellion against Moses and Aaron, and ends up being swallowed up by the ground alive.

Our Sages declare that Korach and his followers are the symbol of divisiveness that "will not ultimately endure"; whereas the dissenting views of Hillel and Shamai represent a virtuous difference of opinion "that will ultimately endure". But why would argument of any kind, especially one that endures forever, be considered a virtue?! In answering this question, this class traces the origins of all conflicts and reveals the ultimate resolution to them all. (Based on the Maamar Vayikach Korach 5727)

This class presents three views on the relationship between the principal and the agent, and draws an illuminating parallel to our spiritual service of G-d. (Based on Likutei Sichos vol. 33 parshas Korach)

Korach’s audacious claim that Moses and Aaron self-appointed themselves to positions of leadership was put to the test with an invitation to offer the sacred incense together with Aaron. Moses then petitions G-d not to accept their offering. But why would Moses make such a request if he knew with absolute certainty that Aaron’s appointment would be vindicated by G-d? The answer lies in a deeper understanding of the interplay between the individual and community. (Likutei Sichos , volume 33)

How Korach, who championed equality, became the symbol of divisiveness. And how the Divine punishments visited upon Korach and his band are the natural consequences of their failed rebellion. (Likutei Sichos vol. 18, Sicha 3)

Korach led a mutiny to usurp the position of kohen gadol (high priest) for himself. What did Korach understand—and misunderstand—about the greatness of serving G‑d as the high priest?

The Sages tell us that the argument of Korach in this week's portion was doomed to fail because it was "an argument that was not for the sake of heaven." What is an argument that is for the sake of heaven?

The parshah of Korach contains 95 verses, and the mnemonic for it is the name Daniel. Explore the coded message in this Masoretic note and its connection to the general themes of the Parshah.

Moses assumed an unusually aggressive position when faced with the mutiny led by the wealthy, arrogant scoundrel Korach. This profound analysis of the classical sources explains why all the drama. The anti-Moses mob’s bitter-end came sooner than expected—as a “ground-breaking” event swiftly swallowed the rebels. This class concludes with the story of”the men who returned from hell” and other little-known fascinating facts and incredible insights that brilliantly illuminate the shadowy abyss into which those rabble-rousers disappeared.

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

A profound mystical exploration of the three Hebrew letters in the word Korach, which constitute a corrupted form of the holy letter Hei, and how this all relates to the fallacy of Korach’s argument.

The notorious uprising led by Korach against the leadership of Moses and Aaron begs the question of what motivated such an illustrious spiritual individual to fall so low? Based on Likkutei Sichos vol. 4 Korach.

Our to-do lists are filled with mundane and important chores, little and big things that all require our immediate attention. It can be difficult to keep our eyes on the big picture. Surprisingly, Korach teaches us an important lesson in how to keep our priorities in order.

Am I loving you, G-d, the way you want to be loved?

The devastation befallen Korach and his minions took on two different forms. This can be symbolic of the two challenges we face as a people.

We are not to perpetuate the memory of the wicked, as the Book of Proverbs says (10:7), “The name of the evil person shall rot.” So why is the Torah portion of Korach named for an evil person? It is because of the positive lesson we can learn from Korach. But in order to do so, we must understand the three letters of his name.

Can anything grow from a wooden staff? Learn about the miraculous test that proved the legitimacy of Aaron's priestly status.

After the debacle of Korach’s rebellion against Moses, G-d instructs the Jews to give various gifts to the kohanim. Rashi explains how this law reinforces the position of Aaron and his sons.

A closer look at the mysterious three sons of Korach who composed beautiful songs and psalms that were later sung 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.

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.

“The Secret of Faith”: Why accepting G-d’s absolute unity requires faith

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.

How can we ensure our spiritual growth commitments are sustainable? A profoundly spiritual understanding of a halacha in Rambam on the limitations for acquisitions of futures.

Learn when a mitzvah is boosted to a unique level of perfection. The key is a perplexing statement in the Zohar about the confluence of Shemitah and the seventh year for a slave.

Prior to Shavuot we read the portion detailing the harsh consequences for forsaking G-d and His Torah. Is there another way to process these unsettling words?

Learn the unique nature of this Yom Tov and how it’s intrinsically linked to life in the Sukkah—this teaches us how to live connected to Hashem.

Examine the words of the Rambam and uncover the different levels of Simcha on Sukkos. Doing Judaism with joy is a big deal.