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Feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts? This article breaks down 10 simple ways to regain mental control. 👉 https://bit.ly/4eotXDi

Ten Hacks for Mental Control That Every Human Being Should Know - Culled from the wisdom of the classic Jewish work called the Tanya It’s your brain, after all, and it's still the most sophisticated device we know of. Why shouldn’t you be the exclusive user?

How did the Jewish nation begin? Uncover Abraham’s role in this thought-provoking read. 👉 https://bit.ly/3YPKLyo

Was Abraham Jewish? - On the identity of the pre-Sinai Hebrews G‑d did not choose Abraham. It was his inherent superiority, and the fact that he was ready to give everything up for the sake of G‑d, that compelled G‑d to choose him.

Curious about Abraham’s idolatrous father? Hint: His story isn’t what it seems! Click to learn more! 👉 https://bit.ly/3ArfIzm

13 Facts You Should Know About Terah Terah was a prodigious idolator, whose son Abraham recognized the truth of one G‑d.

New beginnings, new moons, and a rich history await. Take the Rosh Chodesh quiz and learn what it means in Jewish life! 🗓️ 👉 https://bit.ly/3YotM4U

Take the Rosh Chodesh Quiz What do you know about the monthly mini-holiday?

Did you know the sukkah represents unity among all Jews? Explore this beautiful tradition now! 👉 https://bit.ly/4eLnEKN

What's the Meaning of the Sukkah? The sukkah serves to remind us of our humble beginnings as a fledgling nation, when we did not have any permanent dwellings and had to live in simple huts.

Kol Nidre marks the beginning of Yom Kippur, but there's so much more to it—discover 11 surprising facts about this profound prayer here! 👉 https://bit.ly/4eCnuFq

11 Facts You Should Know About Kol Nidre One of the most well-known parts of the Yom Kippur service, its haunting melody signals the beginning of the holiest day of the year.

What draws thousands, including world leaders, to this sacred site in Queens? Explore the mystery and serenity of the Rebbe’s Ohel 👉 https://bit.ly/4gXsar6

Praying and Finding Solace at the Rebbe’s Ohel Millions of people—Jews and non-Jews turn to the resting place of the Rebbe for solace, clarity, and blessings.

The High Holidays are starting this Wednesday night! Here are the unique things you need to know about the High Holidays this year. 👉 https://bit.ly/47M3Eoy

5 Ways the High Holidays of 2024 Are Unique The 2024 Tishrei season features three sets of two days of Yom Tov leading into Shabbat, and Yom Kippur on Shabbat.

Struggling with alcohol during Jewish rituals? Discover how you can still participate joyfully without the wine! 🍷✨ 👉 https://bit.ly/4dlEoXz

What If You Are Alcohol-Free for Kiddush, Havdalah, and the Four Cups of Wine? While wine is ideal, grape juice is a valid substitute.

Join the fun and learn more about the Alter Rebbe! Take the quiz and explore the fascinating chapters of his life. 🎉📜 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZxTnKR

Take the Alter Rebbe Quiz What do you know about this famous Jewish leader? 

🍎🍯 Don't get stuck in the kitchen right before Rosh Hashanah! Here are 15 recipes you can do way in advance! 👉 https://bit.ly/4dXBR73

15 Rosh Hashanah Recipes You Can Make and Freeze In Advance When it comes to cooking in advance and freezing, some things fare better than others. Baked goods—challah, cakes, cookies—wrapped tightly come out perfectly. As do most meat dishes. Chicken doesn’t do as well, so I recommend preparing it raw and freezing it (in a marinade or sauce) so you can...

🤫 The word “apocrypha” originates from the Greek and Latin words for “secret” or “non-canonical.” Why did the rabbis not approve these books for the Bible? 👉 https://bit.ly/3XrY8ml

What Is the Jewish Approach to the Apocrypha? The 24 books of the Bible were canonized by the Anshei Knesset Hagedolah. Any later works are not considered Divinely inspired.

📚 19 mind-blowing facts about the Mountain Jews you need to know! 👉 https://bit.ly/4gk7auj

19 Facts About the “Mountain Jews” Virtually cut off from other Jewish centers, the Mountain Jews developed their own way of life.

This letter from the Rebbe beautifully underscores that all humans are equal, dismissing any idea of racial superiority. Read more! 📜🌟 👉

No Human Being Can Claim Superior Ancestral Origin This is to acknowledge receipt of your letter in which you express deep sorrow about the terrible anti-semitic incident that took place last month in front of the synagogue in Warsaw...

Can you name the women who made history in the Bible? Take this engaging quiz to find out! ⏳📘 👉 https://bit.ly/4gevjTa

Take the Women of the Bible Quiz See how well you know the great women who shaped the destiny of our people.

❓Who were the Khazars, and why did they convert to Judaism? Unlock the mystery here! 👉 https://bit.ly/3MwJFR8

Who Were the Khazars? An overview of the history and mystery of the warrior tribe whose leaders chose to adopt Judaism

Are Jews really what you think they are? Explore 18 surprising myths and facts about Judaism. 📖 👉 https://bit.ly/475Q6UF

18 Myths & Facts About Judaism & Jewish People Here are some of the greatest and most persistent myths about Judaism and the Jewish people. How many of them are new to you?

Insightful and moving: How should we truly commemorate a Simchat Torah Massacre? Read Tzvi Freeman’s enlightening perspective. 👉 https://bit.ly/47290vK

How Should We Commemorate a Simchat Torah Massacre? - The Hebrew anniversary of 10/7 is Simchat Torah. Do we cry or do we dance? Art by Sefira Lightstone Increasingly, our Ask-the-Rabbi team has been fielding concerns around the brutal massacre that occurred last Simchat Torah. How will we commemorate it? How can we dance, sing, and celebrate with the memory of what took place on that day? Isn’t that what the Yizkor memoria...

Think you know your mitzvahs? Test your knowledge with this fun and enlightening quiz! 🌟 Click to discover more! 👉 https://bit.ly/3MapCrD

Take the Mitzvah Quiz What do you know about the mitzvahs of the Torah?

Why is the Talmud so vital to Jewish practices? Click to uncover the layers of wisdom and tradition it preserves! 👉 https://bit.ly/3yIimjB

21 Talmud Facts Every Jew Should Know The bulk of the Talmudic texts contain analysis of Biblical verses and Torah law, but it’s interspersed with everything from medical advice to stories, from folk sayings to fabric dying tips.

From mourning to comfort: Discover how Shabbat Nachamu transitions us into a period of healing and joyful expectation. 🌄❤️ https://bit.ly/3M4dYyv

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Tisha B’Av (August 12-13 this year) is the saddest day on the Jewish calendar. Learn more about how and why we observe this day on our site 👉 https://bit.ly/3LZdGZE

What Is Tisha B’Av? Why do we mourn on Tisha b'Av? A historical overview and a digest of the day's laws.

The Mystery of the Golem Unveiled: Discover the ancient practice of creating human-like creatures through divine letters and what it means in today's world. Learn more inside! 👉 https://bit.ly/3YDQVC6

Golem: Mythical Creature or Historical Fact? How does golem-creating differ from sorcery and black magic, both of which are forbidden by Torah?

The "9 days" started on Sunday - check out why we have a custom to avoid danger during this time 👉 https://bit.ly/4ca17W5

Avoiding Danger During the 9 Days The reason for this is that it is an especially ominous time, as can be seen from the many tragedies that befell the Jewish people

As we mourn the destruction of the Holy Temples, we remember G‑d's promise to rebuild - Click here to learn more about all three of them! 👉 https://bit.ly/4dsqMub

Learn About the Holy Temple in Depth - Texts and Classes Describing the Holy Temple The Rebbe teaches us that it is especially appropriate to learn these laws during the Three Weeks, when we mourn the destruction of the Holy Temples and our subsequent exile.