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Chabad of University City is more than just a synagogue. It is a home for any Jew looking for a warm and spiritual place to learn and grow; on your level, at your pace. At Chabad, everybody's welcome. No matter where you live, work or study, if you are looking for a place to express your soul and find community, Chabad is for you.
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Learning & Inspiration
- Celebrating Jewish Life in America Join us for Shabbat 250 Read More
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G-d’s Only DaughterWhen G-d commanded Moses to count the Jews, the “greatest” among them counted as one,
and the “simp... Read More - Take the Temple Mount QuizWhat do you know about the holiest site in Judaism? Read More
- The Boundary That Set Me FreeWhy a Tech Executive Turns Off Her Phone for 25 Hours Read More
- Top 11 Reasons We Are Grateful for AmericaAhead of Shabbat 250, we take a look at some of the reasons why this milestone holds particular reso... Read More
Upcoming Events
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Sat, May 16, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:00am
Kabbalah with Rabbi Effy
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Mon, May 18, 2026 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Tanya Class
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Sat, May 23, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:00am
Kabbalah with Rabbi Effy
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Mon, May 25, 2026 - 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Tanya Class
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Sat, May 30, 2026 - 9:30am - 10:00am
Kabbalah with Rabbi Effy
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Daily Thought
Why is Torah compared to light? Because it tells us the place of each thing.
Because, in truth, there is no need to change the world. Everything is here.
Each thing has a place, and in that place it is good. Altogether, it is very good, a beautiful world. All that’s needed is a little light.
What is light? Light doesn't add anything or take away. It only reveals the meaning and purpose of all that it shines upon.
Think of your own home. In the dark, there is no way to know what belongs in your closet and what belongs in the laundry, what is ready for use and what is in need of repair. Instead, that...









