Rebbe Rashab
Rabbi Sholom DovBer Schneersohn (1860-1920), fifth Rebbe of the Chabad-Lubavitch dynasty, he founded Yeshivas Tomchei Temimim, creating the “soldiers of the Rebbe” — students trained in both Nigleh and Chassidus. His writings, especially the Hemshechim, are among the deepest works in Chassidic thought. He strengthened Jewish life during rising antisemitism and political upheaval.
🎵 Niggun: Rebbe Rashab
Birthday of the Rebbe Rashab
Birth of Rabbi Sholom DovBer Schneersohn, known as the Rebbe Rashab, the fifth Lubavitcher Rebbe. Renowned for his profound Chassidic teachings, he founded the Tomchei Temimim Yeshiva in 1897, shaping generations of Chabad students with both Torah scholarship and Chassidic spirit. His leadership strengthened Jewish life during turbulent times in Russia and left a lasting impact on Chabad philosophy and education.
Founding of Tomchei Temimim
The Rebbe Rashab established the first Chabad yeshiva in Lubavitch, creating a revolutionary educational institution that combined Talmudic study with Chassidic philosophy.
Yom Hilula of the Rebbe Rashab
Passing of Rabbi Sholom DovBer Schneersohn (the Rebbe Rashab), the fifth Lubavitcher Rebbe. He was renowned for founding the Tomchei Temimim Yeshiva, developing Chabad Chassidic philosophy, and guiding the movement through challenging times in Russia. His passing marked a pivotal moment in Chabad history, later leading to the leadership of his son-in-law, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, the Frierdiker Rebbe.