Hundreds of Jews in Moldova took part in the joy of Purim thanks to our dedicated Rabbis and Rebbetzins of the Axelrod, Gotzel, and Zalmanov families. As in many places, the coronavirus is hitting strongly in Moldova these days. Many people shut themselves in their homes and avoid large crowds. Chabad Moldova took on the…
Due to Covid-19, many are restricted to their homes this year. It especially is at a recent uptick, causing even more people to remain at home. Chabad of Moldova is bringing a “Purim in a box” package to anyone that would like in Moldova! Celebrations in the Synagogue will take place as always, while keeping…
One Summer and an Entire Life “Father, why do we light candles for Shabbat? Why do you go to synagogue?” Many parents find that their children stump them with difficult questions. This is what happened with Igaal Mikhnovsky. His daughter, one of eight children, was inquiring not for the first time, desiring to find out…
Birthdays are the celebrations of our beginning. From our first birthday on, we use them as another way to enjoy our life. They are a time to be with people who care. A time to review our accomplishments, and the time to look at our now while we plan for our future. Edward (Edic) Meidenberg is…
This is an important date in the history of Chabad. On this day, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Shneerson, the seventh Chabad Rebbe, took upon himself the leadership. To commemorate this auspicious day, a large celebratory gathering was held in the central synagogue Chabad Lubavitch on Sunday, January 24, 2021 (Shvat 11, 5781) . Even during times…
Shliach Rabbi Shmuel Zalmanov was among the small guest list at the inauguration ceremony of Moldova’s new president Maia Sandu. Vice President Vladimir Bolea was impressed when he met the rabbi. Maia Sandu was sworn in as the new president of Moldova after taking the oath of office at a ceremony on Thursday, December 24,…
During the month of Kislev, Jews from all over the world celebrate Chanukah. One of the main themes of Chanukah is to bring light to the whole world. This year, more than ever, the Jewish community of Chabad Moldova has become a source of warmth, light and joy. In accordance with the Covid-19 restrictions, Chanukah…
An act of vandalism. The Jewish cemetery in Kishinev, Moldova has been desecrated by vandals; they vandalized the tombstones and graffitied them with anti-Semitic content. The chief rabbi of Moldova and Kishinev said the following: “A terrible event has happened. We are confident that the government of Moldova will deal with what happened and treat…
Just like Uber: With the Jewish community in Moldova still under lockdown due to the Covid pandemic, Chabad’s Mobile Sukkah brought the joy of the holiday to anyone who scheduled a visit in a socially distanced manner. With many Jewish community members in Moldova still in lockdown due to the global Covid-19 pandemic, Chabad of…
ROSH HASHANAH 5781 IN CHABAD LUBAVITCH MOLDOVA, CHISINAU Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is the opening to a season of holidays for the Jewish nation. Chabad of Moldova organized and held this important holiday, with all the important laws and traditions. More than 50 Jews gathered at the Chabad synagogue. Of course, everything was…
