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A fascinating conversation between NASA scientist Professor Velvl Greene and the Rebbe.

A special video presentation in honor of the 24th of Tevet, the yahrtzeit (anniversary of passing) of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, the first Chabad Rebbe, who’s known as the Alter Rebbe.

The Baal Shem Tov taught that just as the earth holds the deepest treasures, so does every Jew contain precious stones and gems. Watch as the Rebbe digs deep into four souls, reveals their brilliance, and sets them forth to inspire others.

Excerpts from a talk by the Rebbe following the raid on Entebbe to free hostages taken during the hijacking of an Air France flight from Tel Aviv in the summer of 1976.

Starting from Moses, their first leader, the Jewish People have been led by individuals exhibiting an essential and unique quality: They were thoughtfully attuned to the distinct and disparate needs of each person in their flock. Throughout history, in times of triumph and adversity, this trait has shown to be distinctively present and in each of our leaders.

The Rebbe's message was as old as the Torah itself, yet his approach was as rousing as dawn. He urged each person, in personal and communal life, to never be satisfied with yesterday's achievements

“The Rebbe didn't leave a legacy; he left marching orders”

The Jewish woman has a unique mission specific to her special qualities and sensitivities. The very future of the Jewish people depends on her success.

A powerful tribute to Rabbi Gavriel and Rivky Holtzberg הי"ד and eight thousand of their fellow Shluchim and Shluchos, accompanied by the Rebbe’s talk upon his accepting leadership of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement in 1951.

The inside story of the Rebbe’s involvement in Israel’s security, as told by its defense and government leaders.

A community's visit to the resting place of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson of Lubavitch on his fifth yahrzeit, Tammuz 3, 5759—June 17, 1999

Throughout Jewish history, through times serene and turbulent, the People of Israel looked to the Torah for guidance and stability. Only through steadfast adherence to Torah principles, - the Rebbe insisted - can Israel achieve true peace.

A short video presentation on the life of the Rebbe.

Although today's world is a scary place, as evident from the attacks on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, one good deed can tip the scales. In Waves, hear the Rebbe explain how each deed, however insignificant it may seem, is universally important.

A very brief tribute to the Lubavitcher Rebbe, R’ Menachem Mendel Schneerson of righteous memory. (Narrated by Jon Voight.)

This short documentary includes first hand accounts from those who were actually present at the Rebbe and Rebbetzin's arrival on American soil. Interviewees: Rabbis Yitzchak Groner, Leibel Posner, Dovid Edelman, and Hershel Fogelman.

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

A look at the remarkable and heroic life of the mother of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, of righteous memory.

Presented in honor of the Rebbe’s yahrtzeit, a collection of talks, song and inspiring moments with the Rebbe.

A brief history of the Six-Day War and the Rebbe’s call for all Jewish men, particularly soldiers in the IDF, to don tefillin as a special merit for added security.

Jewish Educational Media pulls back the curtain on the fascinating saga of the violation of Lubavitch’s sacred manuscripts and books—and their ultimate triumph. From the Rebbe’s earliest public references to the theft of Chabad’s treasured library, it was clear that this was a spiritual struggle over the movement’s very soul—as embodied in its holy writings—and even over the very definition of a rebbe. (Excerpt from the complete film)

The gravesite of the Lubavither Rebbe, of righteous memory, is known as “The Ohel”. Thousands from across the globe stream regularly to visit this sacred place for prayer and blessing.

Today – as in Temple times – men, women, and children unite together at the same place, the same time, and with the same purpose of strengthening our commitment to Torah.

On multiple occasions in his televised addresses, the Rebbe urgently called for a daily “Moment of Silence” in U.S. public schools, where most American children receive their education. This 20 minute primer summarizes the Rebbe’s approach on this initiative, which is absolutely essential to our country’s future.

Footage of a farewell dinner in 1930 for the Sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe, who was returning to Latvia following an extended visit to America. The gathering was hosted at the home of Chaim Schneur Zalman (Hyman) Kramer in Brooklyn.

The inside story of the horror and pain felt by Chasidim after the Rebbe's heart attack on Shemini Atzeret, and the jubilant joy at his miraculous recovery and finally returning home on Rosh Chodesh Kislev. This presentation lets you experience the timeline of this fascinating story as it took place.

A special presentation in honor of the anniversary of the wedding of the Rebbe and the Rebbetzin on the 14th of Kislev, 5689 (1928), in Warsaw, Poland.

Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks describes how meeting the Rebbe as a young university student changed the course of his life.

A brief overview of the sacred spot that attracts countless visitors, seeking serenity, blessing, and direction. (This was produced for the CYP program at the Ohel)

A weekly video magazine featuring the Rebbe's application of Torah to timely events and issues

Dr. Velvel Greene was an original participant in NASA’s Exobiology program searching for life on Mars. The Rebbe used to ask him for regular reports on his scientific research.

Dr. Velvl Greene is Professor Emeritus of Epidemiology and Public Health at Ben Gurion University. An original participant in NASA’s Exobiology program, he served as Professor of Public Health and Microbiology at the University of Minnesota for 27 years.

Dr. David Luchins served on the staff of US Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan for twenty years. He reveals the Rebbe’s influence in bringing down the Iron Curtain.

Rabbi Sholom Ber Lipskar is executive director of the Aleph Institute, which services the religious needs of Jewish men and women in prison. In 1985, they brought a group of prisoners to spend a weekend in Crown Heights, where they attended the Rebbe’s Shabbos Farbrengen.

In 1973, Rabbi Shmuel Kaplan was called upon by the Rebbe to help a teenager at risk. He shares a touching letter that the youth received from the Rebbe.

Former Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu shares some of the personal experiences he had with the Rebbe during his tenure as Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations.

Mrs. Louise Hager was fourteen years-old when she first met the Rebbe's wife, Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka. Over the years, she developed a close relationship with the Rebbetzin.

Dr. Susan Handelman is Professor of English Literature at Bar Ilan University in Israel. Trying to decide on a topic for her doctoral thesis, she decided to ask the Rebbe’s opinion.

Mr. Aaron Noach Blasbalg was a member of the board of Poalei Agudat Israel for 25 years. He recalls a fascinating private audience he and his colleagues had with the Rebbe.

Dr. Susan Handelman is Professor of English Literature at Bar Ilan University in Israel. While working on her PhD in 1977, she came to study in Crown Heights, with some suspicions as to what she would find to be the woman’s place in Chassidic life.

Efraim Steinmetz's father knew the Rebbe in Paris during the 1930s.

Rabbi Ephraim Sturm served as Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Council of Young Israel from 1956 to 1992. In the early 1960s, he read an alarming statistic about the assimilation rate of Jewish Orthodox students in American colleges.

Robert Steingut shares a heartwarming childhood account, of what it was like to be the Rebbe’s neighbor.

David Bezborodko was a businessman from a non-Chassidic family, who directed his family’s glass and mirror factory in Paris.

With Germany about to invade France, Asher Heber’s father was unsure whether to escape Paris with his family and leave behind their well-established life. When he consulted the Rebbe for his opinion, the Rebbe suggested some seemingly impossible advice...

Dr. David Luchins' family joined the Tzemach Tzedek Synagogue in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn, around 1910. In 1955, when the neighborhood changed, the property was sold for a large sum. The Rebbe was asked where the money should be spent.

After the first El Al plane was hijacked to Algiers, the story began to circulate of the Rebbe’s advice to Ariel Sharon not to board that flight. Rabbi Zev Segal decided to corroborate the story with the Rebbe himself.

Diane Abrams is an attorney in New York City. Like many before her, the Rebbe gave her a blessing for a child, and it was fulfilled. Like many before her, her meetings with the Rebbe broke many stereotypes and expectations.

Rabbi Chaim Ciment shares a few stories he heard from Rabbi Joseph Ber Soloveitchik about his days together with the Rebbe in Berlin.

Mrs. Danièle Gorlin Lassner’s parents and grandparents knew the Rebbe and Rebbetzin from Europe. On this occasion in 1987, she accompanied her parents to visit the Rebbetzin.

Dr. Yaacov Hanoka relates how the Rebbe guided him when he first left college and began studying in the Lubavitch Yeshivah

As a rabbinic student at 770, Rabbi Aaron Cousin joined his colleagues in working under the New York State "Released time" program, which allows Public School students to receive religious instruction.

Dr. David Luchins served on the staff of US Senator Daniel Patrick Moynihan for twenty years. In 1983, he attended a retirement party for Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm of Crown Heights, where she revealed the identity of a most important mentor.

Dr. Yitzchak Block is Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at the University of Western Ontario. In the mid-1950s, he accompanied a group of college students to a private audience with the Rebbe.

Dov Zlotnik, Professor of Rabbinic Literature at the Conservative Movement’s Jewish Theological Seminary, once delivered a sermon on the importance of Family Purity. As he was to discover, for the Rebbe, a good sermon requires a great ending…

Yitzchak Rabin was Prime Minister of Israel, and served as Israel’s ambassador to the United States in the early 1970s. In 1972, he was sent to convey Israel’s blessings to the Rebbe in honor of his 70th birthday.

Efraim Steinmetz is a businessman from Caracas, Venezuela. He and his wife came to the Rebbe with concerns about their children’s Jewish education. The Rebbe answered with a story from his own childhood.

While living in Berlin, the Rebbe made the acquaintance of a Jewish businessman named Yitzchok Meir Ferstenberg. Rabbi Chazkel Besser of Agudas Yisrael of America later heard these recollections from Yitzchok Meir.

Rabbi Leibel Posner was a student at 770 during the 1940s, and would attend the Rebbe’s monthly Shabbos-Mevorchim Farbrengen. An illuminating lesson in the game of life.

The Heber family moved to Paris in the 1930’s. Rabbi Asher Heber recalls some of his father’s memories of the Rebbe in Paris then.

When visiting Paris, France, the Previous Rebbe stayed at the home of Reb Yankel and Baila Lax in the 1930’s. The Rebbe used to visit the Previous Rebbe there. Berel Lax, their twenty years old son, recalls some of his memories of the Previous Rebbe and his son-in-law, the Rebbe, there.

Rabbi Avrohom Yehuda Jaloginsky was a young boy of about thirteen years when he lived in Paris in the 1930’s. His daughter, Rivkah Marelus, recalls some of his father’s fondest memories of the Rebbe there.

Rabbi Yoel Reitzer lives in Antwerp, Belgium. His father, Moshe Zev Reitzer was studying to become a pharmacist at “the Sorbonne,” attending some of the same classes as the Rebbe in the late 1930’s.

The Steinmetz family moved to Paris in 1938. Their oldest son, Efraim, was ten years old at the time and he remembers their visits to the Rebbe & Rebbetzin’s apartment in Paris.

The Torah uses the metaphor that the Jewish people left Egypt "on eagles' wings" to emphasize the speed in which G-d took them out of Egypt. How important is a sense of urgency in our service of G-d? Guest Expert: Rabbi Mendel Kaplan. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 2)

The sun and the moon as symbols for innovation and tradition. Should Judaism adapt with the times or resist the changes of modernity? Guest Expert: Rabbi Manis Friedman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 3)

The Torah reading for Rosh HaShanah describes two great women -- Sarah and Hannah -- and their intense determination to become mothers. Guest Expert: Rivkah Slonim. (From "Messages" -- Season 4, Episode 4)

King Solomon says that a righteous person will "fall seven times and get back up." Why must we suffer a setback before we forge ahead? Guest Expert: Rabbi Mendel Kaplan. (From "Messages" -- Season 4, Episode 5)

The story of a sage assisted by angels in lifting a boulder leads to a discussion of how much can really be accomplished if one only makes a sincere effort. Guest Expert: Rabbi Manis Friedman. (From "Messages" -- Season 4, Episode 6)

True peace is apparent only between people who have opposite perspectives and still manage to live in harmony with each other. Guest Expert: Chana Weisberg. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 7)

The purpose of creation is fulfilled by our making use of our bodies and the physical world around us to do G‑d’s will. Guest Expert: Rivkah Slonim. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 8)

On the ark, Noah lived in a utopian state of harmony with his family and all the animals on board—so much so that G‑d had to force him to leave after the Flood was over. What is the parallel in our own lives? Guest Expert: Rabbi Manis Friedman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 9)

What is the proper interpretation of the U.S. Constitution's Establishment Clause of the First Amendment? Did the founding fathers intend on creating a strict "separation of church and state"? Guest Expert: Rabbi Mendel Kaplan. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 11)

The first stage of the Jewish people's Exile was when the rabbis were sent away, but the "final straw" was when the children stopped studying. Guest Expert: Rabbi Manis Friedman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 12)

The Talmud says that R' Shimon ben Yochai's "Torah study was his profession"? What does it mean to make Torah study your main occupation. Guest Expert: Rabbi Manis Friedman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 14)

The Talmud says that R' Shimon ben Yochai's "Torah study was his profession"? What does it mean to make Torah study your main occupation. Guest Expert: Rabbi Mendel Kaplan. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 15)

What is the role of the Jewish mother in raising and educating her children? How does this differ from the role of the father? Guest Expert: Chana Weisberg. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 16)

Upon completing the building of the Sanctuary in the desert, everyone was able to behold G-d's presence with their physical eyes. When Moshiach comes, G-d will be seen everywhere by everyone. What does it mean to see G-d and why can't we see him all the time? Guest Expert: Manis Friedman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 18)

How does one find the perfect balance between perfecting oneself and perfecting the world? Guest Expert: Rabbi Tzvi Freeman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 19)

In the wake of the 1982 Lebanon War, the Rebbe speaks about the foolish and dangerous stance of making concessions in the hopes of winning favor in the eyes of other nations. Guest Expert: Rabbi Moshe Spalter. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 20)

The greatness of a perfectly righteous tzaddik is not fully evident while he is still alive and his students can behold his physical presence. It is only after the passing of such a leader that we can know what effect he had on those who follow his ways. Guest Expert: Rabbi Manis Friedman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 21)

When there is discord between Jews, it is only because they fail to understand the true nature of their relationship with one another. When Jews understand that they are truly one, then all problems will automatically become resolved on their own. Guest Expert: Rivka Slonim. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 23)

If G-d wants us to serve him, why does he present us with obstacles that make it difficult to do so? Guest Expert: Rabbi Mendel Kaplan. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 24)

What is the purpose of the Ten Days of Repentance? Is it a time of solemn introspection or a time of rejoicing? Guest Expert: Rabbi Manis Friedman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 25)

How is it possible that the best year's of our forefather Jacob's life were spent in Egypt and not in the Holy Land? What does this teach us about the purpose of the soul's descent into the body? Guest Expert: Rabbi Tzvi Freeman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 26)

A brief biography of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson, of righteous memory, wife of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, of righteous memory.

Mrs. Hadassa Carlebach is a relative of the Rebbetzin. Here she recalls some memories of her visits to the Rebbetzin.

Mrs. Leah Kahan is a relative of the Rebbetzin. Here she recalls some memories of her visits to the Rebbetzin.

Rabbi Shmuel Lew’s father-in-law, Zalmon Jaffe, would visit the Rebbe and Rebbetzin’s home in Brooklyn, New York. As a result, Rabbi Lew had the privilege of visiting the home as well.

On Shemini Atzeres 1977, after the Rebbe suffered a massive heart attack, Dr. Ira Weiss flew in from Chicago to join the medical team treating the Rebbe. Subsequently, he became the Rebbe and Rebbetzin’s cardiologist.

Some teach by writing books, others deliver lectures, still others regularly issue public letters, essays and commentary. The Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory, widely regarded as one of the most influential teachers of our generation, did all of the above; but his primary medium of teaching was the farbrengen, the chassidic gathering.

Civilized society depends on proper education built on a healthy foundation. But the only true foundation for education is the same as that of all of creation: “In the beginning, G-d created the Heavens and the Earth.”

There is a solution to America’s energy crisis: Solar Energy. Solar technology requires far less time to develop than other energy sources.

The Rebbe speaks on the foundations of education (September 13, 1983)

The Rebbe recalls his mother's activities during World War I.

Every person is expected to become a ‘ruler’ over his surroundings – to make it a proper dwelling place for G-d. At first, a person is ruler only over himself. Later, he becomes ‘ruler’ and leader of his family. Then he goes on to become a leader in his community and so on. At each stage he must accustom himself to place the new majority’s needs before the previous “individual’s” needs.

The Talmud explains that the verse, “He redeemed my soul in peace from battles against me, because of the many who were with me,” refers to, “One who works in Torah and charity…” A business owner isn’t satisfied with the clientele who find him; he publicizes his goods and services. His work also has no end; it is constantly on his mind. To work in Torah and charity means going beyond the realm of ‘obligation’ – developing self-motivation for personal growth, and exerting relentless effort to improve the spiritual and physical welfare of others.

Until 1963, the Rebbe would officiate at weddings of Chassidim. A collection of vintage films from weddings at which the Rebbe officiated./

70 New institutions: The Rebbe addresses his 70th birthday (March 26, 1972)

The Rebbe explains the idea of approaching somebody on the street to perform a Mitzva

The Rebbe speaks on the Seven Universal Laws for all mankind.

The Rebbe speaks on the Rebbetzin's passing (January 27, 1992)

The Rebbe speaks on how God shares the pain of exile with his People (May 20, 1984)

Join CNN as the Rebbe receives visitors, hear his remarks about the Messiah

Hear this moving, age-old chasidic melody sung by the Rebbe (August 9, 1982).

A passionate talk by the Rebbe several days before the outbreak of the Six-Day War (May 28, 1967).

Addressing Jews who had recently arrived from the Soviet Union at a Lag B’omer parade, the Rebbe explains that they demonstrate, for all to see, the steadfast commitment to Torah and Judaism that the Jewish people have, despite adversity.

The Rebbe speaks about the martyrs at Auschwitz (April 13, 1973)

The Rebbe speaks on what happens when two Jews get together

The Rebbe takes part in morning prayers during the intermediate days of Passover. (Chol Moed Pesach, 5736 - Passover, 1976)

The Rebbe speaks on utilizing the energy of children (August 7, 1985)

Join us as we spend the "head" and nerve center of the Jewish year with the Rebbe

The post-midnight “supplication” prayers are a unique blend of solemnity and joy.

The Rebbe visits resting place of his predecessor, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn

The somber "kaparot" rite reminds us of the fragility of life

The Rebbe distributes the traditional lekach - sweet honey cake for a sweet year

Video highlighting the relationship between the Lubavitcher Rebbe and Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon.

Yitzchak Rabin was Prime Minister of Israel, and served as Israel’s ambassador to the United States in the early 1970s. In 1972, he was sent to convey Israel’s blessings to the Rebbe in honor of his 70th birthday.

A series of clips highlight the relationship between the Rebbe and Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Shamir.

Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin talks on the Rebbe's standing in Israel (1977)

Former New York Governor Mario Cuomo speaks of the Rebbe’s abilities to communicate so well with adult and child alike, and his way of explaining even the most difficult subject matter and making it sound lucid to all. (Special thanks to the Friendship Circle of NJ)

Reflections on the Rebbe -- British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher

The legendary Brigadier General Ran Ronen-Pecker, one of Israel’s most decorated “ace” fighter pilots, reflects on his encounters with the Rebbe.

Warm remarks by Joe Lieberman in honor of the Rebbe’s yarhtzeit. This talk is from the virtual event “Transform and Transcend” by Merkos 302.

Rabbi Abraham Dov Hecht served for over 40 years as the Rabbi of Congregation Shaarei Tziyon of the Syrian community in Brooklyn. He was 90 years old upon his passing in 2013. This video highlights his relationship with the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory.

Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel at the award ceremony of the Rebbe's Congressional Gold Medal

Chief Rabbi of Great Britain and the Commonwealth, Dr. Jonathan Sacks highlights some unique aspects of the Rebbe’s leadership.

Talmudic Scholar Rabbi Adin Even-Israel (Steinsaltz) on the Rebbe's scholarship

What is a Rebbe?

The Rebbe and gentiles, NYU Professor Lawrence Schiffman

The Rebbe's Torah Scholarship, NYU Professor Lawrence Schiffman

Lubavitch's openess, with NYU Professor Lawrence Schiffman

Opens the US House of Representatives before the Gold Medal resolution is passed

Reflections on the Rebbe by U.S. Senator Joseph Lieberman

US Senator Joseph Lieberman tells of his first experience at 770 and of his last stop on the way to Washington to take his oath for the Senate.

Reflections on the Congressional Gold Medal from civil rights activist US Congressman John Lewis (1995)

Reflections on the Rebbe from US Congressman Newt Gingrich

Philanthropists Jack and Miriam Shenkman of Detroit and their meetings with the Rebbe, in a video prepared for their 75th wedding anniversary.

Chief Rabbi of the British Commonwealth, Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, tells how the Rebbe's guidance affected him at three critical junctures in his life. Rabbi Sacks suggests that we can all live the Rebbe's vision by a) increasing in love for all Jews, b) empowering individuals to discover their true potential, and c) sharing our Jewish commitment and observance with others.

An address by Senator Joe Lieberman at an evening commemorating the Lubavitcher Rebbes’s fifteenth yahrtzeit—anniversary of passing (June 29, 2009 - Philadelphia, PA).

Israeli diplomat Yehuda Avner speaks at the concluding banquet of the International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Emissaries in New York, addressing a series of encounters he had with the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory.

Rabbi Levi Shemtov, Chabad emissary in Washington, D.C., and rabbi to ambassadors, presidents and potentates, shares firsthand accounts of how the Rebbe’s teachings have influenced the world’s most powerful men and women. (Recorded on the occasion of the 17th anniversary of the Rebbe’s passing.)

The Chief Rabbi of Efrat, Israel, describes what it means to be a “Shliach,” a Chabad-Lubavitch emissary.

Rabbi Simon Jacobson shares his personal reflections on the teachings of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, on the occasion of the anniversary of his passing. (filmed at Chabad of Brooklyn Heights, 6/20/2012)

Rabbi Lau describes the Rebbe not just as a leader who revolutionized world Jewry, but also as one who cared about a widow in Israel who wanted to commit suicide...

On the occasion of the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s yahrtzeit, Rabbi Yossy Goldman shares the Rebbe’s unique vision of hope.

The past century has been fraught with unprecedented challenges facing our people, and it was precisely at this juncture that called for extraordinary leadership. Rabbi Yosef Y. Jacobson explores three central themes in the Rebbe’s visionary leadership. (Recorded at a tribute commemorating the Rebbe’s twentieth yahrtzeit at Park East Synagogue)

An extraordinary address by Professor David Luchins, chair of Touro College’s department of political science and a longtime advisor to the late New York Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan, at the gala banquet of the International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Emissaries (Nov. 15, 2009).

Joseph Telushkin reflects on what we can all learn and apply in our own lives from various stories about the Rebbe’s unique approach to leadership.

There is an abundance to learn from the Rebbe’s example, even in the everyday seemingly small things, in the details of both his sensitivity to others to his devotion to Torah and truth, which remain inspiring, vibrant and relevant as ever.

Rabbi and author Benjamin Blech shares personal stories of his relationship with the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory, and speaks about what he believes was the main component of the Rebbe's influence -- the ability to see the fullest potential of each Jew. (filmed at Chabad of Brooklyn Heights on the occasion of the Rebbe’s 17th Yahrtzeit, 2011)

Following the Rebbe’s severe heart attack in 1977, Dr. Ira Weiss was entrusted to treat the Rebbe, which led to a special personal relationship for many years. (Recorded at a tribute for the Rebbe’s 20th yahrtzeit at the Eastside Torah Center in Bellevue, Washington)

Rabbi Marvin Tokayer who served as the Rabbi to the Far East from 1968-1981 reveals how several personal encounters with the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory, influenced his path in life.

Join the Jewish community of greater Houston for an evening of inspiration and reflection, marking the twentieth yahrtzeit of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory. Presenting a panel discussion exploring the Rebbe’s leadership, led by Dennis Prager in conversation with Rabbi Simon Jacobson, Rabbi Yosef Kantor and Mrs. Miriam Lipskier.

The Rebbe’s monumental lifework and inspiration continues to guide us. Join Chabad-Lubavitch of the state of New Jersey in paying tribute to the Rebbe on the occasion of the twentieth yahrtzeit. Keynote address by Richard Joel, president of Yeshiva University.

Join the greater Detroit Jewish community for an evening of inspiration and tribute, marking the twentieth yahrtzeit of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory. Featured guest speaker: Joe Lieberman.

Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky shares his personal memories of Rebbetzin Chana (the Rebbe’s mother) in honor of the 6th of Tishrei marking her yahrtzeit.

Rabbi Shmuel Lew shares his personal memories of Rebbetzin Chana (the Rebbe’s mother) in a webcast on the 6th of Tishrei marking her yahrtzeit.

Mrs. Chani Levitin shares the story of her family becoming affiliated with Chabad and their warm connection with the Rebbe, and her personal encounters; until she ultimately became a shlucha together with her husband in in Seatle, Washington (This talk is from an evening of tribute to the Rebbe by Chabad of Washington State)..

Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau, the former Chief Rabbi of Israel, shares his memories and reflections at an evening of unity and inspiration celebrating the leadership and inspiration of the Lubavitcher Rebbe of righteous memory, on the occasion of the 25th yahrtzeit, in Seatle Washington.

Joseph Telushkin, author of the bestselling book “Rebbe”, shares insights and lessons from the life and teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. (A lecture at Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun in Manhattan, NY at the book launch)

Omer Yankelevitch, Minister of Diaspora Affairs, shares her warm sentiments to the Rebbe and to Chabad’s emissaries.

Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb shares a personal experience with the Rebbe, and endeavors to give a sense of the Rebbe’s innovative contribution to the world of Torah study and scholarship.

Rabbi Efraim Mintz, using story and anecdote, shares key messages we learn from the Rebbe. From an evening of inspiration called a Meeting of Souls in honor of the Rebbe’s yahrtzeit, hosted by Tzach, Lubavitch Youth Organization.

Rabbi Manis Friedman shares a glimpse into the Rebbe’s vision and historic impact as portrayed in how the Rebbe unmuted the Jewish world and gave us back our voice. A talk on the Rebbe’s yahrtzeit at an evening of tribute near the Rebbe’s Ohel (resting place) in Queens, NY (hosted by Tzach, Lubavitch Youth Organization).

An hour excerpt of the Rebbe’s Farbrengen on the evening before Rosh Hashanah in 1980, which also marks the birthday of the Tzemach Tzedek, the third Chabad Rebbe. The Rebbe addresses the Jew’s purpose to illuminate the entire world around him and teaches the “tools for illumination.”

Footage from the Rebbe’s 1981 gathering (Tishrei 6, 5742) commemorating the yahrtzeit (anniversary of passing) of Rebbetzen Chana Schneerson, the Rebbe’s mother.

An hour-long excerpt from a 1980 recording of the Rebbe’s pre-Sukkot gathering on the 13th day of the month of Tishrei, the yahrzeit of the fourth Chabad-Lubavitch Rebbe, Rabbi Shmuel Schneerson (1834–1882).

The 13th day of Tishrei is the yahrzeit (anniversary of the passing) of the fourth Rebbe of Chabad-Lubavitch, Rabbi Shmuel Schneerson (1834-1882). His successor, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, would convene a special gathering (known as a farbrengen) to commemorate this date each year.

An hour-long excerpt from the Rebbe’s 1983 farbrengen on the 19th of Kislev. This Chasidic holiday celebrates the liberation of the first Chabad Rebbe, R' Shneur Zalman, from czarist imprisonment in 1798, due to trumped up charges of treason by opponents to the Chassidic movement.

The 24th day of the month Tevet is the yahrzeit (anniversary of the passing) of the first Rebbe of Chabad-Lubavitch, Rabbi Shneur Zalman (1745-1812). His successor, the seventh Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, would often convene a special gathering (known as a farbrengen) to commemorate this date. This video is from the gathering held in the year 5741 (1981).

An hour-long excerpt from the Rebbe’s 1983 gathering on the occasion of the yahrtzeit (anniversary of passing) of the Sixth Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn.

Some teach by writing books, others deliver lectures, still others regularly issue public letters, essays and commentary. The Lubavitcher Rebbe, of righteous memory, widely regarded as one of the most influential teachers of our generation, did all of the above; but his primary medium of teaching was the farbrengen, the chassidic gathering.

An hour-long excerpt from a 1972 recording of the Rebbe’s annual gathering on the occasion of the yahrtzeit (anniversary of passing) of his father-in-law, the Previous Rebbe.

A ninety-minute excerpt of the Rebbe’s Farbrengen celebrating the 15th of Shevat in 5741 (1981).

An hour-long excerpt from a 1972 recording of the Rebbe’s Purim farbrengen. The Rebbe tackles the enigmatic essence of the Purim story, and explains the real and primary miracle the Sages say we are celebrating. Drawing life lessons from how in those dark times, a generation of assimilating Jews were found worthy in G-d’s eyes.

An hour-long excerpt of an original archival recording of the Rebbe's farbrengen (gathering) on Purim 1973.

Revealing a glimpse of the wisdom that moves himself, the Rebbe addresses questions that go to the very core of the human experience: Why am I here? Why do I struggle? And more importantly—what am I capable of becoming?

An hour-long excerpt from a 1981 satellite broadcast of the Rebbe’s pre-Passover gathering on the occasion of his 79th birthday (Nissan 11, 5741).

An hour-long excerpt from a 1982 satellite broadcast of the Rebbe’s pre-Passover gathering on the occasion of his 80th birthday (11 Nissan, 5742).

In this excerpt from a televised farbrengen in 1983 celebrating his eighty-first birthday, the Rebbe zeroes in on the vital need for moral education for our children, genuine pride in our Jewish ways, and how these simple and straightforward measures will impact the world at large.

This farbrengen was held on the Rebbe’s birthday in 1985 and also marked the first Siyum Harambam, the closure of the yearly cycle of studying the Mishneh Torah, the magnum opus of Maimonides.

Excerpts from a 1983 recording of the Lag B’Omer parade at Lubavitch World Headquarters, Brooklyn, New York.

Children gather to celebrate the holiday of Lag B’Omer. Excerpts from a 1983 recording of the grand parade with the Rebbe at Lubatvitch World Headquarters, Brooklyn, New York.

Children gather to celebrate the holiday of Lag B’Omer. Excerpts from a 1984 satellite feed from Lubatvitch World Headquarters, Brooklyn, New York.

Excerpts from a 1984 satellite feed from Lubavitch World Headquarters, Brooklyn, New York.

Each year, the Rebbe would hold a Farbrengen the night before Shavuot, often touching on topics from Tractate Sotah in the Talmud, which is customarily studied during the Counting of the Omer period, as well as discussing the lessons of the approaching holiday.

Footage from the Rebbe’s 1985 gathering in celebration of the birthdate (in 1880) of his father-in-law, the Sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe, R. Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, and the Sixth Rebbe’s release from Soviet incarceration (1927). The Sixth Rebbe was imprisoned for spreading Judaism in the Soviet Union.

An hour-long excerpt from a televised gathering with the Rebbe’s in 1981. In this talk the Rebbe focuses on the topic of education and the urgent need for children to be raised with the knowledge of a Higher Being, an “eye that sees and ear that hears” everything they do.

During this Chassidic gathering, the Rebbe focuses on an enigmatic statement of Rashi: “The passing of the righteous is difficult for G-d like the breaking of the Tablets.” What connection is there between the two? Is there anything positive in the breaking of the Tablets? And what lesson can we derive from those situations?

Watch over 5,000 Chabad-Lubavitch emissaries and their guests celebrate at the annual banquet, the culmination of a five-day International Conference of Chabad Emissaries.

"Thirteen years ago, my parents made two big announcements..." Yakov Danzinger shares what life is like in Rostov, Russia – offering an inside view as the son of the Chabad emissaries there. This video was produced in honor of Yakov’s Bar Mitzvah.

This short video presents the journey of how Mr. Jack Hananya obtained a lifesaving organ donation from Rabbi Zalman Sandhaus. Let's make the world a brighter place with acts of goodness and kindness. A project of Kidney Assist; video production: Yuvla Media.

“When I meet people and tell them I’m a Chabad emissary in Nigeria,” says Rabbi Uzan, “they ask me: there are Jews in Nigeria?!” This video offers a peek into Chabad’s great work over the past five years in Nigeria.

Get a glimpse of the behind the scenes inner-workings at the International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Emissaries.

A glimpse into the making of the group picture of the thousands of Chabad-Lubavitch emissaries from around the world, which captures their united focus of mission and shared sense of pride and confidence in their life work.

Ukrainian businessman and philanthropist Gennady Bogoliubov discusses his upbringing that led him to become one of today’s most well-known and generous supporters of shluchim in the world (International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Emissaries 2010).

Young Moshe Cohen – the son of shluchim to Manchester, England Rabbi Mendel Cohen and his late wife Esti of blessed memory, who tragically passed away just a month before this event – addresses the International Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Emissaries with words of Torah (Nov. 7, 2010).

Dennis Prager shares his thoughts on happiness and Chabad at the 18th Anniversary Dinner of the Chai Center of Dix Hills, NY.

The late philanthropist Sami Rohr, who was a pillar of generosity throughout the Jewish world, addresses thousands of emissaries and their guests at the movement’s 2006 convention.

Members of the Tyson's Corner, VA Jewish community reflect on their friend, Rabbi Levi Deitsch, and the warmth, passion and dedication which he showed each one of them.

Chabad of Cape Town, South Africa demonstrates how to play the spiritual game of soccer as the goal being to better the world around us.

Defying rogue regimes, the Rebbes of Chabad-Lubavitch and their emissaries risked their lives to keep Judaism alive across the Soviet Union. Their efforts enabled the embers of Judaism to spark the transformation of Jewish life thriving there today.

In 1953, the late Rabbi Jacob J. Hecht founded Toys for Hospitalized Children with the dream of bringing joy and comfort to children everywhere.

Matti finds warmth, confidence, and hope after enduring tragedy, with the help and care of Colel Chabad.

Jewish life continues to flourish and grow in Bangkok for Jews from all over the globe.

Join us on a journey as we explore the growth of Chabad of Port Washington over the past seventeen years.

Preschool of the Arts is a center for early childhood education located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, NY.

The Friendship Circle brings together teenage volunteers and children with special needs for hours of fun and friendship. These shared experiences empower these special children, while enriching the lives of everyone involved.

The Released Time program reaches out to Jewish students in public school and exposes them to their Jewish heritage and religion. Since 1941 Chabad-Lubavitch has been acting on this federal law, which allows children to be excused from class for religious instruction.

One hundred eight tragedies, 108 orphans, and 108 victories. Here is the story of one of the boys who was part of Colel Chabad’s annual bar mitzvah celebration at the Kotel.

A glimpse into the life of Rabbi Gabi and Rivky Hotzberg—the Chabad emissaries to Mumbai, India.

Meet the man whose mission is to teach Torah and Judaism to every Jew living in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Challenge to Life brings injured Israeli solders to Aspen, Colorado to ski its magnificent snow-covered slopes. This program builds tremendous confidence and shows how these special people can achieve more than anyone can ever imagine.

Mashie Butman tells of her family’s recent move to Phnom Penh, Cambodia as Chabad emissaries to establish a new Jewish center.

Giant menorah lighting by White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel on the ellipse at the White House. Also featuring the United States Air Force Band and "The Three Cantors".

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper joined members of the House of Commons in saluting the Canadian Federation of Chabad-Lubavitch as 100 emissaries gathered for a national conference on Parliament Hill.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper addresses the congregation at Chabad of Flamingo on the occasion of the grand opening of the newly expanded Ernest Manson Lubavitch Center.

A first time video experience of a Shabbat meal at Chabad House on Campus and what it takes to make it (this video was not filmed on Shabbat).

Basi L’gani, the title of the last Chassidic discourse from the sixth Chabad Rebbe, is customarily studied on the tenth of Shevat, the day of his passing. (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 1)

The Torah’s axiom to love your friend as yourself, in essence means to love the other in accordance with their needs and wants—not merely what you want for yourself. (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 2)

Maimonides in his code refers to the section of laws related to the Holy Temple as the laws of the ‘Chosen Home’. What is the message hidden therein? (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 3)

The opening statement in the Ten Commandments is “I am the L-rd your G-d who took you out of Egypt.” Why does G-d introduce himself at Sinai as being the liberator from Egypt, instead of as the creator of heaven and earth? (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 4)

What provides us the fortitude and confidence to always overcome the evil inclination (yetzer hara) in our internal battles? (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 5)

Why the Rebbe didn’t go to the holy land of Israel even for just a visit. (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 7)

A prerequisite to truly perceive Torah is humility. Most humble before all was Moses, who received the Torah from G-d Himself (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 8)

On Tuesday, the third day of creation, trees sprouted forth and produced fruit. This can serve as a metaphor that applies to children too. (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 9)

The Rebbe initiated a campaign encouraging each and every Jew to acquire a letter in a Torah Scroll. (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 10)

During summer, schools and yeshivahs may close for vacation, but Judaism and Torah study must never cease, as they are our very source of life and vitality. (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 11)

A parable of an ill prince is given to explain the need to reveal the inner dimension of Torah, known as the Kabbalah, to make it accessible to the masses. (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 12)

The Rebbe asks a leading halachic authority to ‘rule’ that Moshiach should come. What purpose is this ruling meant to serve? (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 15)

Upon concluding the study of Mishneh Torah, Maimonides’ code of Jewish law, we immediately start again from the very beginning, which implies a strong connection between the two bookends. (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 23)

Jewish identity is determined exclusively through being born to a Jewish mother. What is the rationale to this Torah law? (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 25)

The Torah provides guidance on how to increase security in Israel. (From “Messages”—Season 2, Episode 26)

Watch talks of the Lubavitcher Rebbe on Chanukah and vintage footage of the Rebbe participating in Chanukah rallies.

Talks by the Lubavitcher Rebbe on different themes of the Purim holiday.

Talks by the Lubavitcher Rebbe on a variety of themes that are related to the holiday of Passover.

“My field was electrical engineering," the Rebbe told me. "But I prefer to turn on the lights in people’s souls.”

A short story with the Rebbe.

A question asked by Dr. David Weiss, a professor at Berkeley in California, during his visit to the Rebbe.

How a conversation Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman elected to Congress, had with the Rebbe, turned disappointment into opportunity and helped feed hungry children across America.

When a widow shared how lonely she felt with the Rebbe, he shared a powerful message of hope and the essential truth: We're never alone, because G-d is always with us.

When the Rebbe explained the deeper meaning of the game to chess champion Sammy Reshevsky.

The Rebbe enlightens a young lady who was dating for marriage on the true meaning of love.

In 1974, Rabbi Moshe Yitzchak Hecht, a Chabad rabbi in New Haven, Connecticut, wrote to the Rebbe after 33 years of tremendous work, begging the Rebbe to help him.

When Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Weinreb was a young psychologist in Silver Spring, Maryland, he faced a personal crisis and sought out sage advice.

When a curious boy posed a question to the Rebbe’s mother.

Two boys playing outside their home in Brooklyn had no idea that the friendly Jewish man who'd stop to say hi was none other than the Rebbe.

The secretariat office was already closed for the day, so Rabbi Yosef Wineberg slipped the urgent letter through the Rebbe’s door. Then the unexpected happened.

The locked gates to Brooklyn’s Botanical Gardens didn’t stop the Rebbe from doing Tashlich on Rosh Hashana that year.

Why was the Rebbe calling for joy and celebration during a time of war?

A group of Israelis wounded whilst serving in the IDF came to Brooklyn for an exclusive visit with the Rebbe. The Rebbe insisted on changing and reframing their disability to positive empowerment.

The Rebbe asked the Bar Mitzvah boy, who was a baseball fan, what is the difference between a player and a fan?

What is the connection between tefillin and computers?

Taibel Lipskier was a refugee from the Soviet Union. Turning to the Rebbe about her fears and worries, he gave her advice that changed her life.

When a teen questioned whether the Rebbe really felt her pain, he replied with an analogy.

When Jacques Lipchitz, a world-renowned sculptor, left an unfinished work, his wife was unsure of how to proceed. The Rebbe's wisdom empowered her.

The Rebbe showed a group of college students that making a miracle is easier than they thought.

Chances are you are not as busy as Rabbi Adin Even-Israel (Steinsaltz); feeling overwhelmed, he turned to the Rebbe for advice.

The Rebbe shared with a bride and groom the kabbalistic reason why weddings are joyous occasions.

When a bereaved mother was inconsolable after the loss of her young son, she came to the Rebbe desperate for comfort and left with an entirely new perspective.

Did you ever forget an anniversary or birthday of a loved one? Here's what the Rebbe told one husband who forgot…

The Rebbe's reply has proven itself right again and again.

Zalmon Jaffe, a prominent businessman from Manchester, UK, had a close connection with the Rebbe. When he shared concern about his business fortunes, the Rebbe’s reply rings true in many areas of life.

Avraham Rottenberg was distraught and worried after finding out that his father suffered a heart attack. The Rebbe showed him the power of positive thinking.

A young trauma survivor shared his struggles with the Rebbe and finally allowed himself to grieve.

The Rebbe conveyed a life lesson to the famed Chassidic artist Hendel Lieberman: the primary talent of an artist is to see past the externalities of something and capture its inner life—exposing the essence of the thing being portrayed.