Chabad of Pittsburgh

Youth ProgramsChabad Youth programs are committed to providing the highest quality range of services and programs to all Jewish youth in the area. Read More
Chai ClubThe Chai Club is comprised of individuals committed to the financial support of our center. Monthly donations in multiples of $18 add up and make a great difference! Read More
Mitzvahs & TraditionsShabbat, kosher, mezuzah, tefillin, mikvah . . . The essence of Judaism is in its rituals and observances. A selection of websites offering information and guidance on some of the most basic mitzvot.

Weekly Magazine

‘I Think I Can’: Rabbi Akiva and the Power to Believe

I know it gives them strength. I certainly know it gives me strength. But what exactly is the strength that we tap into by saying, “G‑d willing, you can; I can?”

By Elana Mizrahi

Why the Bow and Arrow on Lag BaOmer?

Why do we play with a bow and arrow on the Jewish holiday of Lag BaOmer?

By Yehuda Shurpin

Love Distorted

The night their father left town, his sons reminisced about their shared childhood, and the messages stressed in their home...

By Esther Scharf

10 Jubilee Facts to Know

The Yovel (Jubilee) year took place every 50 years. The fields were left fallow, slaves were freed, and land was returned.

By Levi Avtzon

13 Ideas to Help Avoid Conflict

Our sages tell us that peace is the greatest blessing, and that it’s what G‑d wants most for and from us.