http://www.chabad.org/article.asp?aid=6077176 Copyright 2026, Chabad.org - Chabad-Lubavitch Media Center, all rights reserved. Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:00:00 EST Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:00:00 EST http://www.chabad.org/article.asp?aid=6077214 http://www.chabad.org/blogs/blog_cdo/aid/6077214/jewish/This-Weeks-Highlights.htm Shalom! We hope your week—the second to last before Rosh Hashanah!—is humming along. This week, in addition to our typical magazine, we decided to try something new: give you a shorter version of our best content for this week. Let’s see how it goes! Human composting is now legal in six states. Dive in with us as we chat about what the Torah says about it. 8 out of 10 Americans say they believe in a soul. But what is it, really? Tzvi Freeman's taken a deep dive into Chassidic teachings to share some enlightening thoughts. Rosie Grossbaum is not just any Chabad teenager; she's a beacon of positivity, even with her Cystic Fibrosis diagnosis. Trust us, her story is a must-read. Yaakov Schy had a cultural epiphany in Bhutan, all thanks to a Tajik man's comment on his North Face clothing. Talk about turning lemons into lemonade. Discover how a grounded El Al flight led to a heartwarming Shabbat celebration for 200 in Rhodes, Greece. The Jewish Ghetto of Venice is teeming with stories, but wait till you read about what the Cantor of the Park East Synagogue just experienced. Spoiler: It's profound. The Baal Shem Tov isn't just a name; he's a cornerstone of the Chassidic movement. We've put together 15 interesting facts about this influential figure. Think you're an expert on the Hassidic movement? We've got a fun quiz lined up. No cheating! The Hebrew word of the week means “education,” but there's a twist: it is also related to midwives! Why’s it so crucial to include even the tiniest tots in Hakhel? This week's Parsha sheds some light. With Rosh Hashanah around the corner, get into the spirit with an inspiring Chassidic tale and a delicious salmon recipe that'll have your guests asking for seconds. Finally: A big mazal tov to Ukraine’s newest rabbinical couple! Read their story here. As we march towards Rosh Hashanah, we want to wish you easy and meaningful preparations. Have a great week and a sweet new year in 5784! Mendy Kaminker and the Chabad.org Editorial Team PS: Ashkenazim begin Selichot (pre-Rosh Hashanah morning prayers) in the wee hours of this Sunday morning. Read up on them here. PPS: Should you need any High Holiday supplies, our Judaica shop has you covered! Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:00:00 EST