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22 articles- The Month of SivanA guide to the significance of the month of Sivan, detailing the historical events at Mt. Sinai and the laws regarding Tachnun and fasting during this period.
- The Three days of HagbalahA brief overview of the Three Days of Hagbalah, covering the historical prohibition of ascending Mount Sinai and Chabad customs regarding haircuts and music.
- Yemei PrishaAn explanation of the historical practice of couples separating before the giving of the Torah and its application in modern times.
- Erev ShavuotA concise guide to the customs and preparations for Erev Shavuot, including haircuts, immersion in the Mikvah, and other traditional practices.
- UpsherinishLearn about the Chabad custom of postponing a boy's first haircut to Erev Shavuot if his third birthday falls between Lag Ba'Omer and Shavuot.
- Trees and FlowersAn overview of the customs and laws regarding decorating homes and synagogues with greenery, flowers, and trees on Shavuot, including relevant halachic rulings.
- Tzedaka for the HolidayA guide to the essential mitzvah of providing holiday necessities for the poor, emphasizing the importance of supporting the needy during Shavuot celebrations.
- CandlesPractical guidelines for lighting Yom Tov and Yizkor candles on Shavuot, including the Lubavitcher Rebbe's advice for young girls starting the mitzvah.
- ShavuotExplore the significance of Shavuot, including its connection to King David and the Baal Shem Tov, and the spiritual opportunities for Torah study and repentanc
- First Night of ShavuotA concise guide to the prayers, candle lighting, and customs for the first night of Shavuot, including specific instructions for the evening service and Kiddush
- Studying Torah the Entire NightA guide to the custom of staying awake on the first night of Shavuot, covering the Tikkun Leil Shavuot, morning blessings, and the spiritual significance of the
- The First Day of ShavuotPractical laws and customs for the first day of Shavuot, including staying up all night, reciting the morning Shema, and the history of the Akdamot poem.
- The Ten CommandmentsLearn about the Lubavitcher Rebbe's encouragement for all Jews to attend the Shavuot reading of the Ten Commandments and the significance of the singular addres
- The HaftorahA brief overview of the customs surrounding the Haftorah of Shavuot, known as the Chariot of Yechezkel, including reading practices and Yizkor in Israel.
- Eating Dairy FoodsExplore the traditional reasons for eating dairy foods on Shavuot, from the practicalities of kosher laws at Sinai to the symbolic purity of milk and kindness.
- Meat MealA guide to the halachic requirements and customs for eating both dairy and meat meals on Shavuot, including waiting times and table preparation.
- TahaluchaAn explanation of Tahalucha, the Lubavitcher Rebbe's custom of visiting other congregations to share Torah insights on the second night of Shavuot.
- Second Night of Yom TovEssential halachic guidelines for the second night of Shavuot, including candle lighting times, pre-existing flames, and the Shehechiyanu blessing.
- Second Day of Yom TovA guide to the customs of the second day of Shavuot, including the reading of the Book of Ruth, Yizkor practices, and the Lubavitcher Rebbe's farbrengen.
- Motzoei ShavuotA brief guide to the Havdalah procedure for Motzoei Shavuot, noting the omission of the candle and spices.
- Isru ChagLearn about the custom of Isru Chag and the practice of eating an additional dish to celebrate the day as a mini-holiday.
- Days of TashluminAn explanation of the Days of Tashlumin following Shavuot, including the historical context of holiday sacrifices and contemporary laws regarding Tachanun.
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