Stories

The remarkable story of Sholem Benchimol.

A disrupted journey uncovers a Jewish grave in a non-Jewish cemetery, sparking a prolonged effort for a proper burial.

A commitment to lifelong learning leads to remarkable birthday synchronicity.

“Purim of the Curtains” and other topsy-turvy “Purims” you may never have heard of.

I felt aggrieved and completely deflated as a woman. My body was now scarred, and so was my soul.

My car window had been smashed and my purse stolen. Feeling violated, I realized the tiny bottle of wine I’d received from the Rebbe was gone!

Learn about the evil king who oppressed the Jews and defiled the Temple in the Chanukah story.

I decided to show up for something different: a Chabad Young Professionals Encounter Shabbaton in Los Angeles.

Max Lewis increased his Jewish involvement after being "randomly" invited to Simchat Torah at Chabad. Shot in a Chicago train station, his memory is kept alive by his community.

The suite was very expensive and usually reserved for nobility. But the Rebbe Maharash did not flinch at the exorbitant price and was soon escorted to his rooms.