The Alter Rebbe, Founder of Colel Chabad,

Quotes & Insights— The Alter Rebbe, Founder of Colel Chabad,

Rabbi Shimon wept and said: “Who creates His holy name every day? He who gives to the poor.” Zohar, 113b How is this so? Because G-d reflects our behavior. When we give and act with kindness, He, in turn, shines the light of His name Havayeh over the world.

— The Alter Rebbe, Founder of Colel Chabad,

Igeres Hakodesh Epistle 5

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— Vayikra Rabba 34:2

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