Hasidic Communities Mark Nine Years Since Union City Rebbe's Passing with Ceremonies and Celebrations

Hasidic followers commemorated the ninth anniversary of the passing of the Rebbe from Union City, known as the 'Ohel Shlomo' of Sanz-Zvhil, with a special event led by his nephew and successor, the current Sanz-Zvhil Rebbe. The ceremony took place in the grand study hall of the Rebbe's synagogue, featuring extended teachings on the late Rebbe's philosophy and legacy. The day included prayers, a festive meal, and a gathering where the Rebbe appeared before the ark and held a celebratory meal after morning prayers.

In parallel, other Hasidic communities marked significant events: In the Ukrainian town of Ludmir, thousands gathered for the yahrzeit of Rabbi Shlomo of Karlin, with notable attendance by the Zvhil and Kodinov Rebbes. The Pinsk-Karlin Rebbe spent Shabbat near the holy site of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai in Meron, conducting prayers and meals in the sacred atmosphere.

Meanwhile, the Lelov-Bnei Brak Hasidim celebrated the engagement of the granddaughter of their late Rebbe, who passed away suddenly earlier this year. The bride is connected to prominent rabbinic families, including the Spinka dynasty. Similarly, the grandson of the Satmar Rebbe attracted many followers during his summer retreat in New York.

Other notable events included the Vizhnitz Rebbe of Beit Shemesh hosting a Shabbat in Emmanuel, encouraging community growth; the Gur Rebbe visiting the family of a recently deceased Hasidic leader in a private condolence visit; and the Sadigura Rebbe holding a special tish in Jerusalem commemorating his grandfather’s yahrzeit.

Additional community celebrations featured bar mitzvahs and engagements across various Hasidic dynasties in Israel, with prominent rabbis and rebbes attending. The article also notes ongoing concerns in the kosher slaughter industry, with a petition filed to Israel’s Supreme Court over regulatory issues affecting shochetim and kosher meat consumers.