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Kikar HaShabbatCulture

Satmar Hasidim Begin Studying Shabbat Laws in Grand Ceremony

Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba

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Hebrew · Sole source

Satmar Hasidim held a large ceremony to begin studying Shabbat laws, organized by the 'Zechru Halacha' group. The Satmar Rebbe attended and delivered a main speech at the event, which also celebrated the completion of the first part of the Shulchan Aruch. The article also contains brief reports on other Hasidic community events.

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  • Satmar Hasidim commenced the study of Shabbat laws in a large ceremony.
  • The event marked the completion of the first section of the Shulchan Aruch.
  • The Satmar Rebbe attended and delivered a central address.
  • The ceremony was organized by the 'Zechru Halacha' group.
  • The gathering took place in the Satmar Rebbe's court.

In a significant event, Hasidim of Satmar gathered to commence the study of Shabbat laws. The ceremony, organized by the 'Zechru Halacha' group, marked the completion of the first section of the Shulchan Aruch, a foundational code of Jewish law, and the beginning of studying Shabbat-specific regulations. The event was graced by the presence of the Satmar Rebbe, who delivered a central address to the attendees. The gathering took place in the Satmar Rebbe's court.

The article also includes numerous other unrelated news items from the Hasidic world, detailing various simchas (joyous occasions) such as britot (circumcisions), bar mitzvahs, engagements, and visits by Rebbes to their communities or holy sites. These events span multiple locations, including Boro Park, Jerusalem, Beit Shemesh, Ashdod, and Kiryat Gat, and involve various Hasidic dynasties.

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