As we prepare for Shavuos, the upcoming Yom Tov marking the giving of the Torah, Chassidim are reminded of a special hora’ah from the Rebbe regarding the appropriate preparation for the auspicious days leading up to Matan Torah.
In the “Shalsheles Hayachas” printed at the beginning of Hayom Yom for the year 5748 (1988), the Rebbe wrote:
“It is suggested that during the days of preparation for the time of the giving of our Torah, they study the maamar ‘Bachodesh Hashlishi’ etc. (in Torah Or, Parshas Yisro).”
“It is worthwhile and fitting to study the Chassidic discourse entitled bachodesh hashlishi (In the third month…”). We
should begin studying with eagerness, on the actual day of Rosh Chodesh – and then steadily advance in its study over the course of the next few days.”
EXPLAIN MA’AMOR TO ALL
We should publicize the directive to study this discourse in every location, and it should be implemented in actuality. We
should make it clear that studying the discourse is relevant to each man, woman and child. It is something we can teach and
explain to every Jew, each on their own level,
The maamar, authored by the Alter Rebbe and printed in Torah Or on Parshas Yisro, explores the spiritual significance of Matan Torah and the preparation necessary to receive the Torah properly.
Over the years, numerous editions, explanations, shiurim, and translations have been produced to help make the maamar accessible to all levels of learning, in both Hebrew and English.
Below is a collection of resources for learning the maamar during the days leading up to Shavuos.
Shiurim on the Maamar
English Shiur
Hebrew Shiur Series
Video Shiur in Hebrew
