Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson, of righteous memory, was the daughter of the sixth Lubavitcher rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, of righteous memory, and wife of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, of righteous memory. The Rebbetzin’s influence on the Lubavitch movement was enormous, but she deliberately remained outside of the limelight.
The following links present a glimpse into the life and legacy of the Rebbetzin.
A Life of Quiet Heroism A collection of biographies and presentations that seek to shed light on a life of giving that was so inextricably bound to the fortunes of Chabad Lubavitch for much of the 20th century.
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Vignettes of Royalty The Rebbetzin zealously guarded her privacy and precious little is known about her. Here, some of the people who knew her best share their memories.
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22 Shevat and Beyond On 22 Shevat in the year 5748 (1988), the Rebbetzin passed away. In the days and weeks that followed, it became clear just how central she was to the life work of her illustrious husband.
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Tributes to the Rebbetzin Virtually unknown in her lifetime, the Rebbetzin inspired thousands after her passing. Here are some essays expressing the profound effect she had.
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The Jewish Birthday Campaign In honor of the Rebbetzin’s birthday, the Rebbe encouraged everyone to celebrate the Hebrew anniversary of their birth in a spiritually uplifting and inclusive manner.
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