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🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT — BATHURST & ELLERSLIE A traffic accident on Bathurst northbound at Ellerslie has blocked all northbound traffic. ⚠️ If you're heading north on Bathurst, get off at Sheppard and take an alternate route. Expect delays in the area.

🙏 A Special Tefillah for Toronto Cheder Talmidim Harav Kolodetzky, שליט"א, davening at the kever of the Chazon Ish for talmidim of The Toronto Cheder. During a visit to the Cheder a few months ago, the Rov promised to daven for every Grade 5–8 talmid who committed to learning from after Cheder on Erev Shabbos through Sunday, for a six-week period. A beautiful moment, and a powerful reward for the boys’ dedication to Torah learning. 📖

💍 Supporting Stronger Marriages in Toronto Binyan, a project of One Toronto, provides structured marriage support through local Rabbanim who have received specialized training in clinical couples counselling — with ongoing guidance from experienced marriage therapists. Binyan was recently featured on the Beyond Therapy podcast, hosted by Tzvi Felder. His guests, Moshe Zev Lamm, LCSW, a Monsey marriage therapist and Clinical Supervisor of Binyan, and Michal Goldstein, MSW, a local therapist who helped organize and develop Binyan, discussed the program and its unique approach to supporting marriages in our community. 🎧 Watch/listen to the full episode: https://24six.app/app/podcast/collection/18413 https://youtu.be/XWJ7nsU_to8

🇺🇸 Rare Gathering of Chassidishe Rebbes Planned at White House Some of America’s most prominent Chassidishe Rebbes and Torah leaders have reportedly been invited to meet President Donald Trump at the White House this Thursday — including the two Satmar Rebbes, Skver, Bobov, Vizhnitz-Monsey and Lakewood Rosh Yeshiva Rav Malkiel Kotler. The gathering has a fascinating historical precedent: 47 years ago, President Jimmy Carter hosted the Satmar, Bobover and Vizhnitzer Rebbes in the Oval Office. And the generational connection is remarkable: both Satmar Rebbes invited this week are sons of the Satmar Rebbe who met Carter in 1979 — while the invited Vizhnitzer Rebbe is likewise the son of the Vizhnitzer Rebbe who attended that historic meeting. What will they discuss? Why is the Israeli yeshiva draft controversy potentially on the table? And just how rare is a gathering like this? 👉 READ MORE: https://www.thetorontoscoop.com/news/leading-chassidishe-rebbes-and-rosh-yeshiva-reportedly-invited-to-rare-white-house-meeting-with-trump

🚇 Starting TODAY: TTC Introduces Monthly Fare Cap As of today, TTC riders no longer need to buy a monthly pass to get unlimited rides. Simply keep tapping with the same PRESTO card, debit/credit card or mobile wallet. Once you’ve paid for 47 trips in a calendar month, every additional TTC ride that month is FREE. ⚠️ Important: Stick to the same card/device all month or your trips may not count toward the same cap. The cap resets at the beginning of each month — and is expected to drop to 40 paid trips in 2027. For a regular adult PRESTO fare, the maximum works out to $155.10 per month. Tap as usual. Once you hit the cap, you’ll still tap — but pay $0.

Speaking to reporters in Ottawa this morning, September 1, Prime Minister Mark Carney said: “When the Americans stop doing memes, stop throwing shade, stop trying to be tough and start being serious about having those discussions, we can have those discussions.” 😂

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🚨 BREAKING: U.S. LAUNCHES NEW STRIKES ON IRAN President Donald Trump says the United States is carrying out “large and powerful” strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz. Trump says the strikes come in response to Iran’s failed attempt to place sea mines in the Strait and its launch of eight missiles at a U.S. military base in Jordan, which he says were all intercepted. ⚠️ Trump issued an extraordinary warning that if Iran retaliates, it will be hit “at a much harder and higher level,” adding that an even larger attack is “waiting in the wings.” “When it is over, there will be very little left of the Islamic Republic of Iran!” Trump declared. 🔗 Read more on the rapidly developing U.S.–Iran escalation: https://www.thetorontoscoop.com/news/u-s-launches-new-wave-of-strikes-against-iran-trump-warns-of-further-escalation

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🚨 IS A ROSH HASHANAH WITHOUT SHOFAR A BAD OMEN? This year, the first day of Rosh Hashanah falls on Shabbos — which means we will not hear the shofar on the first day. But the Gemara makes a startling statement: A year in which the shofar is not blown at its beginning can face adversity because the Satan was not confounded. So what about this year? 🔹 Is not having the shofar on the first day always a bad omen? 🔹 Does this apply even when Rosh Hashanah falls on Shabbos? 🔹 Can not blowing the shofar actually accomplish the very same thing as blowing it? In Part One of a fascinating new Toronto Scoop series based on shiurim from Rav Yissochor Dov Feldman at Kollel Yeshurun, we explore Rav Ahron Kotler’s powerful explanation and the Aruch LaNer’s remarkable insight into why a Rosh Hashanah on Shabbos can be associated with some of the greatest years in Jewish history... or some of the most devastating. 👉 When Rosh Hashanah Has No Shofar: The Hidden Power of Shabbos 🔗 Read the full article: https://www.thetorontoscoop.com/news/when-rosh-hashanah-has-no-shofar-the-hidden-power-of-shabbos

What a nice crowd at Rav Yacov Felder's new shiur on Hilchos Tzedaka at Kollel Yeshurun

🔥📚 A DAY OF TORAH FOR ALL OF TORONTO! With Rosh Hashanah approaching, what better way to prepare than by setting aside time for a day of serious Torah learning? This Labour Day, Kollel Oholei Yom Tov is opening its doors and inviting the entire Toronto community for a special Yarchei Kallah, featuring a full day of learning, shiurim, meals and chizuk, together with special guest HaRav Dovid Grossman shlit”a, Rosh Bais Havaad of Lakewood. Come for the entire day — or simply join for a seder, shiur, breakfast, lunch, or whatever portion of the program works for you. It’s a beautiful opportunity before Rosh Hashanah to add extra Torah to your day — and to show kavod and support for the Kollel and its dedicated avreichim. 🤝 Want a chavrusa? To prearrange one, contact the Kollel office at [email protected] or 647-346-9025. Or simply walk in — we’ll arrange a chavrusa for you! 📅 This coming Mon, Sept 7 📍 Kollel Oholei Yom Tov | 477 Lawrence Ave. Toronto: Let’s fill the Beis Medrash! Looking forward to seeing you Monday! Dovid Hofstedter Moshe Y. Ungar Yossi Sobel

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💍 Supporting Stronger Marriages in Toronto Binyan, a project of One Toronto, provides structured marriage support by local Rabbanim who have completed specialized training in clinical couples counseling skills and receive ongoing guidance from experienced marriage therapists. Learn more about Binyan at http://www.onetoronto.org/binyan Binyan was recently featured on the Beyond Therapy podcast, hosted by Tzvi Felder. His guests, Moshe Zev Lamm, LCSW, a Monsey marriage therapist and Clinical Supervisor of Binyan, and Michal Goldstein, MSW, Program Director of Binyan and Clinical Director of Creating Connections Counseling Services, a local Toronto therapy practice, discussed the program and its unique approach to supporting marriages in our community. 🎧 Watch/listen to the full episode: https://24six.app/app/podcast/collection/18413 https://youtu.be/XWJ7nsU_to8

MEET ISRAEL’S NEW CONSUL GENERAL IN TORONTO Israel has a new top diplomat in Toronto. Nadav Zysblat is taking over as Israel’s Consul General in Toronto and Western Canada, succeeding Idit Shamir after her five-year posting. Zysblat, who is often seen wearing a kippah, is a career Israeli diplomat with significant North American experience. He most recently served in Israel’s Foreign Ministry overseeing its network of consulates across North America and previously held a senior political role at the Israeli Embassy in Washington. He has also served as Deputy Consul General in Shanghai. He arrives in Toronto at a particularly consequential moment, amid strained Canada-Israel relations and heightened concerns over antisemitism across the country.

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✈️ PEARSON JUST MADE INTERNATIONAL CONNECTIONS EASIER Connecting through Toronto Pearson on your way to another country? A new CBSA system at Terminal 1 could let eligible travellers skip the usual Canadian customs process and head straight through the international transit area to their next flight. ⏱️ Fewer steps. Faster connections. Less hassle. 👇 Who qualifies — and how it works: Read More: https://www.thetorontoscoop.com/news/international-connections-at-pearson-just-got-easier

⛈️⚠️ WEATHER ALERT: VERY STRONG STORMS EXPECTED IN TORONTO TODAY Toronto and the GTA could be hit by a round of very strong thunderstorms this afternoon and evening, with the most intense weather expected roughly between 3:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. 🌪️ Tornadic activity is also possible, according to CP24 meteorologist Bill Coulter. 🌧️ Heavy downpours and strong thunderstorms are expected as a cold front moves across southern Ontario. 🥵 Before the storms arrive, Toronto could reach 28°C, feeling closer to 36°C with the humidity. 🏙️ Mayor Olivia Chow says Toronto has activated its Emergency Operations Centre ahead of the expected severe weather, with transportation, TTC, shelter and emergency services coordinating preparations. ⚠️ With the worst weather potentially coinciding with the afternoon commute, Toronto Scoop readers should keep an eye on weather alerts and allow extra travel time. Conditions are expected to improve Thursday, with sunny weather forecast for Friday through Sunday.

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TORONTO: An Evening for the Children of Shuvu Join Horav Dovid Pam שליט״א for a special reception benefiting the children of Shuvu. 🎙 Guest Speaker: Horav Elya Brudny, shlita 📅 TONIGHT - Wednesday, September 2 ⏰ 8:45 PM 📍 50 Shelborne Avenue, Toronto, Ontario Hashem’s Children. Klal Yisroel’s Future.

🔥 TONIGHT: BUILDING A BUSINESS THAT LASTS Join Toronto’s business community TONIGHT for an exclusive conversation with Louis Pillemer, CEO of AI Gold Imports Inc., on taking a growing business from entrepreneur-led to a professionally run enterprise. 💼 Leadership • Systems • Culture • Succession Planning 🎙️ In conversation with Udi Grunwald 🏢 Plus: 9 Densley Avenue Open House 🤝 Networking & refreshments to follow 📅 TONIGHT — Wednesday, Sept. 2 ⏰ 7:30–8:30 PM 📍 9 Densley Avenue, Toronto A great opportunity to learn, connect, and network with fellow Toronto business owners and professionals.

In preparation for Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Chaim Michael Guterman, Director of Shuvu Schools, which educates more than 5,000 students across Israel, and Toronto’s Rabbi Moshe Rosenbaum, visited the Israeli Centre, where they shared words of Torah and chizuk with the oilam.

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🚨 $2M+ IN CANADIAN GOV’T CONTRACTS — DESPITE IRAN SECURITY FLAGS A major new investigation is raising serious questions about Canada’s national-security and government procurement systems. Mohammad Reza “Sal” Ghafouri — the son of a former Iranian vice-president — runs companies that received more than $2 MILLION in Canadian government contracts, including from the Department of National Defence and RCMP. But a declassified CSIS report alleges that before coming to Canada, Ghafouri was involved in Iranian military technology and procurement, including work connected to an anti-aircraft missile system. CSIS also alleges that after moving to Canada, he met with members of Iran’s intelligence ministry. ⚠️ Canadian authorities reportedly raised national-security concerns about Ghafouri years ago — yet government contracts continued, including a DND arrangement awarded in late 2023. In May, immigration officials reportedly began proceedings to block him from obtaining Canadian citizenship on the grounds that he poses a “threat to the security of Canada.” Ghafouri disputes the allegations, which have not been proven in court, and he has not been criminally charged over them. How did someone under national-security scrutiny continue receiving Canadian government contracts? Read More: https://www.thetorontoscoop.com/news/canadian-government-awarded-usd2m-in-contracts-to-iranian-ex-vp-s-son-despite-national-security-concerns

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Glengrove & Englemount. The fellow is ok. The tree came down on the front of his car

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Ever wonder why the same arguments keep repeating in your marriage? Binyan, a new program of One Toronto, was designed to help couples navigate that question and get the support they need by providing access to Rabbanim who have received specialized couples counselling training. For more information, visit www.onetoronto.org/binyan 🎧 Watch/listen to the full episode: https://24six.app/app/podcast/collection/18413 https://youtu.be/XWJ7nsU_to8 https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/real-marriage-beats-the-fantasy-moshe-zev-lamm-michal/id1868213221?i=1000787054648 https://open.spotify.com/episode/56SETtsEaRHcwUN29wxMDY?si=qDzRyzTeSTK-gqj-hoEq4A

At last night’s Shuvu parlour meeting at the home of Rav Dovid Pam, shlit”a, with the participation of Rav Elya Brudny, shlit”a, Rosh Yeshivas Mir Brooklyn. It was inspiring to witness Rav Brudny’s mesiras nefesh to attend despite yesterday’s severe storm. After his scheduled flight to Toronto was cancelled, the Rosh Yeshiva instead flew to Buffalo and was driven the rest of the way to Toronto. Following the parlour meeting, at approximately 10:30 p.m., he was driven back to Buffalo to catch a flight home to New York. A remarkable display of dedication to Shuvu and its mission.

🌳⚡ AFTER THE STORM: TORONTO BEGINS THE CLEANUP The storm is over — but Toronto is still dealing with the aftermath. More than 1,100 storm-related service requests have poured in, crews are clearing fallen trees, debris and flooded roads, and thousands were left without power. 🚧 Some major roads are still affected ⚡ Hydro crews continue restoration work ✈️ Pearson is working through delays and cancellations 🌳 Residents are being asked to report fallen trees, flooding and other hazards to 311 Here’s what you need to know this morning — and what to do if your street or property was affected: 👇 READ MORE: https://www.thetorontoscoop.com/news/after-the-storm-how-toronto-is-cleaning-up-after-wednesday-s-severe-weather

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🇺🇸🚨 REPUBLICANS BAR CBC FROM MAJOR U.S. CONVENTION The fallout from CBC’s controversial 9/11 policy is growing. The Republican National Committee has revoked CBC/Radio-Canada’s previously approved press credentials for its Sept. 9–10 convention in Dallas — citing CBC’s longstanding policy against referring to the 9/11 attacks as “terrorism” without attribution. CBC reversed the policy last week following widespread backlash, but that apparently wasn’t enough for the RNC, which reportedly called allowing CBC to attend an “insult” to the victims of 9/11. CBC says it is disappointed and hopes the decision will be reconsidered. 😂

🍎🍯 ROSH HASHANA MARKET 🍯🍎 📅 September 3 ⏰ 3:00–8:00 PM 🛍️ 15 Local Vendors ✨ Support Jewish Small Businesses ✨ Come shop, connect, and get ready for Rosh Hashana while supporting local Jewish entrepreneurs! 📍 Merkaz Israeli – Promenade Village 7700 Bathurst St., Unit 1 Thornhill, ON Everyone is welcome!

📚 TONIGHT: PHILADELPHIA YESHIVA PARLOUR MEETING IN TORONTO The Toronto community is invited to a special Parlour Meeting for the Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia, with the participation of the Roshei HaYeshiva shlit”a. An opportunity to come out, hear divrei hisorerus, greet the Roshei HaYeshiva and show support for one of America’s renowned mekomos haTorah. 🕘 Tonight, Thursday, September 3 at 9:00 PM 🎙️ Divrei Hisorerus: 9:45 PM 🕙 Maariv: 10:00 PM 📍 PLEASE NOTE NEW LOCATION: Home of Mr. & Mrs. Shmuel Zimmerman 63 Dell Park Avenue, Toronto

⚖️ ONE EXTRA DAY IN JAIL FOR ANTISEMITIC THREAT A Toronto woman convicted of threatening to cut off a Jewish Crown attorney’s “big Jewish nose” inside a downtown courthouse has been sentenced to just one additional day in jail — despite the Crown seeking six months. Keiosha Ross, 42, also received 18 months’ probation. The judge called the threat “unquestionably antisemitic,” but found that Ross is “profoundly unwell” and that her mental illness significantly reduced her moral responsibility. The judge acknowledged the sentence could appear to minimize antisemitism, but insisted it “should not be mistaken as softness on hate crimes.” Ross had already received credit for 12 days spent in custody. She is currently back behind bars over separate allegations stemming from bizarre conduct during her sentencing hearing. Read More: https://www.thetorontoscoop.com/news/toronto-woman-gets-one-additional-day-in-jail-for-antisemitic-threat-against-crown-attorney

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Chassidishe Rebbes & Rav Malkiel Kotler on their way to the White House

🎸 TONIGHT IN THORNHILL! Join the community for an inspiring Elul Kumzitz with R’ Moshe Lexier, together with divrei chizzuk from Rabbi Tsvi Heber — as Thornhill joins the upcoming One Toronto campaign! 📅 Tonight — Thurs, September 3 ⏰ 8:30 PM 📍 BAYT – Simcha Suite 🍽️ Sushi menu Come for an uplifting evening of music, inspiration and achdus as we prepare for Rosh Hashanah!

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🇺🇸✡️ INSIDE TODAY’S HISTORIC WHITE HOUSE MEETING WITH LEADING RABBONIM New details are emerging from today’s extraordinary meeting between prominent Rabbonim and senior White House officials — including a private meeting with President Donald Trump. 🎙️ Yossi Gestetner, who attended the meeting, shared several fascinating behind-the-scenes details with Kol Mevaser immediately afterward: 🔹 The two Satmar Rebbes warmly greeted one another and exchanged brachos upon arriving. Reb Ahron also wished his brother Reb Zalmen Leib Mazel Tov on a grandchild’s engagement finalized the night before. 🔹 Vice President JD Vance joined midway, personally greeting those around the table and praising the Jewish community’s emphasis on family and education. 🔹 Vance also asked about the different-colored bekitches worn by the Rebbes. 🔹 In another lighter moment, President Trump reportedly looked at the two Satmar Rebbes and asked if they were twins. They responded that they were brothers. 🔹 A major topic raised was the treatment and conditions of Jewish prisoners in federal and state prisons across the country. 🔹 Satmar Rebbe Reb Ahron later met privately with President Trump for roughly 10 minutes, together with Jared Kushner, before the other Rabbonim were brought into the Oval Office. 🔹 In the Oval Office, Reb Ahron gave President Trump a bracha, which Rabbi Segedin translated for the president. Congressman Mike Lawler and Jared Kushner were also among those present. An extraordinary glimpse behind the scenes of a historic gathering at the White House.

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In honour of today's visit, we present a collage of photos of rebbes and rabbonim meeting White House officials in the past

✨ A POWERFUL AND EMOTIONAL MOMENT A WEEK BEFORE ROSH HASHANAH ✨ A deeply moving moment took place last night at The Israeli Centre, during a special pre-Rosh Hashanah gathering with Rabbi Moshe Kanner, shlita, who shared words of inspiration and chizuk with those in attendance. During the evening, Shmuel made a remarkable commitment: to put on tefillin every single day for the rest of his life. To mark the occasion, he was presented with a beautiful new pair of tefillin — an emotional moment that brought tears to the eyes of those present. With Rosh Hashanah just a week away, there could hardly have been a more powerful sight than witnessing a fellow Jew take upon himself a mitzvah that will accompany him for the rest of his life. ❤️

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Rabbi Landau with a Thought on Shabbos

🔥📚 A DAY OF TORAH FOR ALL OF TORONTO! With Rosh Hashanah approaching, what better way to prepare than by setting aside time for a day of serious Torah learning? This Labour Day, Kollel Oholei Yom Tov is opening its doors and inviting the entire Toronto community for a special Yarchei Kallah, featuring a full day of learning, shiurim, meals and chizuk, together with special guest HaRav Dovid Grossman shlit”a, Rosh Bais Havaad of Lakewood. Come for the entire day — or simply join for a seder, shiur, breakfast, lunch, or whatever portion of the program works for you. It’s a beautiful opportunity before Rosh Hashanah to add extra Torah to your day — and to show kavod and support for the Kollel and its dedicated avreichim. 🤝 Want a chavrusa? To prearrange one, contact the Kollel office at [email protected] or 647-346-9025. Or simply walk in — we’ll arrange a chavrusa for you! 📅 This coming Mon, Sept 7 📍 Kollel Oholei Yom Tov | 477 Lawrence Ave. Toronto: Let’s fill the Beis Medrash! Looking forward to seeing you Monday! Dovid Hofstedter Moshe Y. Ungar Yossi Sobel

More from last night's One Toronto kumzitz in Thornhill

Noted Toronto askonim Reb Danny Berkovits, Reb Refoel Grossman, & Reb Avi Wachsman at last night's Philadelphia Yeshiva parlour meeting

🍦 ONE LAST SCOOP OF SUMMER! Join Thornhill MP Melissa Lantsman for a FREE ice cream cone as summer comes to an end! 📅 Mon, Sept. 7 ⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM 📍 Promenade Mall Parking Lot — between Entrances 3 & 4 🍦 Kosher products available!

🎶 “KI KAROV EILECHA HADAVAR ME’OD…” Eitan Katz’s classic composition to the powerful words from this week’s parsha. According to the Ramban, these words refer to the mitzvah of Teshuvah — reminding us, especially as Rosh Hashanah approaches: ✨ IT’S CLOSER THAN YOU MIGHT THINK! ✨ Sometimes, all it takes is that first step back.

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🚨✡️ CHOW OPTS To SKIP ANTISEMITISM DEBATE — WHAT MESSAGE DOES THAT SEND TORONTO’S JEWISH COMMUNITY? Mayor Olivia Chow has opted out of a major mayoral debate focused specifically on antisemitism, hate and public safety — and her explanation is raising eyebrows. The Sept. 8 debate, organized by Jewish Lawyers of Canada, has been in the works for weeks. The organization says it had been communicating with Chow’s team since Aug. 7 — and that her campaign never raised a scheduling problem connected to her campaign launch. Now, Chow’s team says she won’t attend because her official re-election campaign launches on Sept. 9 — literally one day later. Meanwhile, her opponents Brad Bradford and Chris Alexander are showing up. And when the Toronto Star asked whether the involvement of moderator Jesse Brown — a vocal critic of Chow’s record on antisemitism — played a role in her decision, her spokesperson reportedly did not answer the question. Brown says he would have stepped aside if that was preventing her participation. At some point, Toronto’s Jewish community is entitled to ask a very simple question: Does our community actually matter to Mayor Chow? With Toronto’s Jewish community facing an extraordinary level of antisemitism, the mayor was given an opportunity to stand before Jewish Torontonians, defend her record, answer difficult questions and explain what she intends to do. She chose not to show up. Whatever explanation City Hall offers, the message many Jewish Torontonians will hear is painfully clear: Our concerns simply aren’t important enough to warrant showing up. That should concern every Jewish voter in Toronto. Read More: https://www.thetorontoscoop.com/news/olivia-chow-is-skipping-toronto-s-antisemitism-debate-for-jewish-torontonians-it-s-about-more-than-one-event

📚 THIS WEEK AT KOLLEL TORONTO Two timely shiurim as we approach the Yamim Noraim and Sukkos: Sun, Sept. 6: HaRav Mordechai Kanner shlit”a — B’Inyanei Yamim Noraim Mon, Sept. 7 — Labour Day: Rav Yehoshua Krygier shlit”a — Halachos of Daled Minim: Buying the Perfect Hadassim & Aravos 🕤 9:45–10:15 AM 🎧 Listen to previous shiurim here: https://linkly.link/2aYn6

Divrei Chizuk from Rav Yoir Adler, shlit"a, before Selichos

Musical selichos at Shaarei Shomayim with Chazzan Chaim Freund and the Zemer Orchestra