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The war on the Jewish people is propelling so many to fortify their souls, to learn more about G-d and Judaism and how we can bring goodness into the world By the Grace of G‑d
13 Tevet, 5784 - Dec. 25, 2023 Dear Friend, Our executive director recently shared about the endless stream of people emerging from the woodwork seeking Jewish wisdom and inspiration at Chabad.org â and of the rare and historic opportunity we all have to help them find and embrace Judaismâs vibrant life. As the lead of Chabad.orgâs tech teamâ Iâve been living this post-Simchat Torah surge around the clock, and I wanted to make sure that you see Rabbi Shmotkinâs message (copied below). Your partnership can make a real difference in these unprecedented times. If you are able to [participate in this campaign, please go here](. [PLEASE DONATE NOW!]( Sincerely, Rabbi Moshe Berghoff ---------- Forwarded message ---------
Fom: Rabbi Zalman Shmotkin
Date: Sun, Dec 3, 2023 at 8:47 AM
Subject: The Jewish soul is aflame! Please help.
To: {EMAIL} [Chabad.org]( 20 Kislev 5784
By the Grace of Gâd Dear Friend, We are witnessing an unprecedented surge of spiritual seekers at Chabad.org right now. Seemingly endless throngs of people are streaming to Chabad.org, seeking to nurture and fortify their souls, to learn more about G-d and about how we can develop and nurture a relationship with Him. Many are even drawing from the Torahâs inner, or âsecretâ dimension, as organized by the Chabad system of advanced philosophy. Indeed, because itâs such a critical and historic time for the Jewish people, and so many are searching, I am writing now to [ask you for your help](. Every one of these people can really use your help! You see, a good chunk of this phenomenon is connected to the unfathomable barbarity of Oct. 7. Just like the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory lovingly taught during impossible circumstances some fifty years ago â the raw, searing pain of the Simchat Torah massacre and its aftermath has shaken so many of us to our core, and elicited a primal, inarticulable awakening of our soulsâ deepest depths, and a yearning for oneness with all Jews! So wave after human wave keeps flocking to Chabad.org (in 8+ languagesâ¦) in search of some meaning amid the chaos, for some insight and consolation, and for a life path forward. Many feel they need an infusion of holy energy even just to wake up in the morning and face the world. G-d willing, what they learn at Chabad.org will inspire them and help them thrive. For once the Jewish soul is fortified, once its essential spark is coaxed into a steady flame, there are no limits to the heights it can soar, and to the miracles it can achieve! Just like the one pure, undefiled jug of olive oil in the Chanukah story, the soul is connected to its Infinite Source and, once itâs lit, thereâs no limit to the heights it can attain, and to the goodness it can spread! At Chabad.org we are trying to do everything in our power to support the massive spike of interest in Judaism, Jewish life, Torah, the wisdom of our sages, and practical observance of G-dâs mitzvot. People want to connect, study, and learn what it means to be Jewish. So, to help the countless people worldwide seeking that spark, would you please open your heart real wide and contribute generously to nurture and fortify these priceless special âflamesâ? Anything you are able to do to help them â to share with others your own passion for the beauty of Judaismâs wisdom and practice to repair the world, will literally give life! Every dollar will be put to good use. Hereâs our secure giving page where you can donate today: [Chabad.org/give]( Because people need you now more than ever. Everyone is looking for that little oil to light up so much darkness. You can help them find it. And you can help them kindle it, too. This is why weâre turning to you now with this special request. If you are able to join us, [could you please give now?]( Chabad.org is the worldâs biggest and most active Jewish website. It is for many millions the go-to place for Jewish information and life tools. It serves as an oasis, a lifeline to serenity, to meaning, to G-d's timeless wisdom. Your donation will help fortify this priceless treasure house of Jewish wisdom and living so we can meet the surging, post-Simchat Torah (Oct. 7) Chanukah-like demands. We need to help each person individually. For each one is an entire world, and each has that miraculous Chanukah-like oil inside their core. [Your donation to Chabad.org]( will help provide them all with sustenance to satiate and nurture their minds and their hearts, and to nurture and fortify their souls. It is the friendship and caring of people like you â people who understand the power of timeless Jewish wisdom and inspiration â that allows us to be there for them. As we near the end of the fiscal year 2023, it is really important that we close our books STRONG, so we can meet all the urgent and growing needs of so many new people. This will happen only through your partnership and kindness, coupled with the kindness and partnership of others like you. (And then we can start the next fiscal year fully ready.) Your donation is tax-deductible for 2023 if you give by December 31. But even if you donât plan to itemize your tax return, we hope youâll give now. Because we are most concerned about helping other people in need. Please give here: [Chabad.org/give]( If you'd like to send a check, please do so here:
Chabad.ORG | 770 Eastern Parkway Suite 405 | Brooklyn, NY 11213 Please also remember Chabad.org in your will. Giving is always a great thing. Itâs a great way to end the fiscal year. Itâs a great way to help so many who seek it. And itâs a great way, of course, to bring immense merit to our brethren who are putting their lives on the line to protect the rest of us! It is a mitzvah that will fill your heart with joy and fulfillment. With that in mind, letâs all [pray to G-d that He]( protect and heal our brethren in the Holy Land; guard each of our selfless IDF soldiers, and crown their efforts with success to achieve a truly lasting peace; and bring all of our captive brothers and sisters home safely and swiftly to their families. [PLEASE DONATE NOW!]( On behalf of the countless Chabad.org beneficiaries worldwide, I wish you a successful year of inner growth as expressed in the teachings of Chassidism, along with great achievements in helping others, starting with fortifying and nurturing their hungry souls! With blessings from all of us at Chabad.org, Rabbi Zalman Shmotkin
Executive Director P.S. The foundational text of Chabad Chassidism is âthe Tanya,â which compacts four millennia of Jewish wisdom to answer the great personal and existential questions of life. As a new annual learning cycle has recently gotten underway, I'd like to encourage you to [sign up to a daily Tanya email](. If you would prefer not to receive any further emails about the 2023 End of Year fundraising, please go [here]( to tell us. --------------------------------------------------------------- You are receiving this email at {EMAIL} because you have indicated that you would like to receive periodic communications from Chabad.org, or have recently used one of our services. If you would rather not receive any more emails for this campaign, please [go here]( to be removed. To be removed entirely, [go here](. If your email address is changing, please send us your new email address [here](. [Chabad.org]( · 770 Eastern Parkway Suite 405 · Brooklyn, NY 11213
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