"#Chabad-#Lubavitch is a #Jewish #religious movement founded more than 250 years ago. Today, it is one of the largest Jewish outreach networks in the world, with thousands of community centers operating globally. These centers serve #Jews of all backgrounds, particularly those who are unaffiliated, traveling, or in need of support.

Chabad emissaries host #Shabbat dinners, teach #Torah, help families affix #mezuzot to their homes, organize public #Hanukkah celebrations, visit hospitals, and provide guidance to Jews who may be isolated or facing personal crises. Their mission is religious and communal. They do not attempt to convert non-Jews. They do not lobby governments, organize protests, or engage in political activism.

Despite this, Chabad Jews have increasingly been labeled as “#Nazis,” “#genocidal,” or “#racist” in posters, protests, and online campaigns, including outside Chabad’s headquarters in #CrownHeights. This rhetoric is not harmless."

https://honestreporting.com/%E2%96%B6-when-visibility-becomes-a-target-the-attacks-on-chabad-jews/

Every house I lived in in Israel already came with a mezuzah - it was just part of life there.

Now we have one on our home outside of Israel.

With everything that's been happening and with our new house and my birthday coming up, my husband surprised me with a mezuzah yesterday, saying rightfully so - This is a good time for protection.

There's something deeply comforting about this ancient symbol of protection on our doorpost, connecting our home to thousands of years of Jewish tradition and faith.

#jewish #home #mezuzah #mezuzot #blessing

Turns out the #Raleigh #NorthCarolina #Art #Museum has a substantial #judaica collection, including #Torah breastplates, argazim, #mezuzot, #menorot, and other articles in both traditional and modern styles

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