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Since 2005, Chabad of the Lower East Side has been a warm, welcoming presence in the historic neighborhood where Jewish immigrant life first took root in NYC. Led by Rabbi Yisroel and Chani and their six children, our Essex Street center has become a home for Jews of all backgrounds — through Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, women's events, Kiddush, and classes that keep Jewish life thriving here.

Longtime resident, newcomer, or just visiting, you're always welcome.

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  • What You Need to Know About Setting Up a Child's BedroomBy surrounding children with reminders of Torah and mitzvot, we help instill faith and good habits t... Read More
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  • The Three Signs of Our NationThe Talmud states that the Jewish People possess three attributes: compassionate, humble, and kind.... Read More
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Daily Thought
Blind faith cannot grasp Truth, because it does not grasp anything at all. Intellect cannot grasp Truth, because intellect is finite and Truth is infinite. Only the eye of the soul, its inner wisdom, can grasp Truth and know...
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