Tzaddik's Gravesite

This historic overview of Abraham’s burial in the Cave of Machpelah becomes a springboard to clarify the importance of sacred burial grounds. Discover why we pray at the resting place of Tzadikim (the truly righteous) even though we believe in addressing ...

Why do we travel to the resting place of a tzaddik? What happens during our visit there? What kind of connection can one still have with one's teacher after the teacher has passed on?

Highlighting the anniversary of the passing of Tzadikim doesn't seem to have roots in the Bible – yet, it definitely isn't a modern invention as there are several clear references of such anniversaries being observed in antiquity – as per the sources pres...

What is special about a grave site and what causes us to visit there?

Join a group of children as they prepare to go to the Ohel (resting place) of the Rebbe. Learn how to write a Pan (personal note) and the appropriate way to dress. Hear about the different Minhagim (customs) and how a chassid behaves at the Ohel.

Even after loved ones pass on there are many channels and ways to connect and continue the relationship.

On Erev Rosh Hashanah, the Rebbe visits the Ohel, resting place of his father-in-law and predecessor, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn of Lubavitch.