 | Draft article not currently submitted for review.
This is a draft Articles for creation (AfC) submission. It is not currently pending review. While there are no deadlines, abandoned drafts may be deleted after six months. To edit the draft click on the "Edit" tab at the top of the window. To be accepted, a draft should:
It is strongly discouraged to write about yourself, your business or employer. If you do so, you must declare it. Where to get help
How to improve a draft
You can also browse Wikipedia:Featured articles and Wikipedia:Good articles to find examples of Wikipedia's best writing on topics similar to your proposed article. Improving your odds of a speedy review To improve your odds of a faster review, tag your draft with relevant WikiProject tags using the button below. This will let reviewers know a new draft has been submitted in their area of interest. For instance, if you wrote about a female astronomer, you would want to add the Biography, Astronomy, and Women scientists tags. Editor resources
Last edited by Jimboson (talk | contribs) 2 months ago. (Update) |
Rabbi Berel Wolvovsky | |
|---|---|
| Personal | |
| Born | Berel Wolvovsky |
| Religion | Judaism |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse | Chaya Wolvovsky |
| Denomination | Chabad-Lubavitch |
| Occupation | Rabbi, Educator |
| Website | Chabad of Silver Spring |
| Position | Founder, Spiritual Director |
| Synagogue | Chabad of Silver Spring |
Rabbi Berel Wolvovsky is an American Chabad-Lubavitch rabbi and the spiritual director of Chabad of Silver Spring in Kemp Mill, Maryland.
Early life and education
editRabbi Berel Wolvovsky was born into a Lubavitcher family with a history of Jewish education and leadership. His mother, Razel Wolvovsky, was a widely known educator who directed a preschool in Crown Heights, New York, and his father, Reb Mordechai (Monya) Wolvovsky, was one of the Rebbe’s chassidim.[1]
Wolvovsky pursued his rabbinical studies in various yeshivot, and received his semikha from Yeshivat Tomchei Temimim. His education was deeply influenced by the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson.[2]
Career
editWolvovsky established Chabad of Silver Spring in 1996, alongside his wife, Chaya Wolvovsky. The center provides a range of religious, educational, and social services, including daily and Shabbat services, adult education classes, youth programs, and community events.[3]
Wolvovsky regularly teaches classes on Jewish law, Chassidus, and the weekly Torah portion, making Jewish learning accessible and relevant to contemporary audiences.[4]
National and international Chabad activities
editIn addition to his local efforts, Wolvovsky has been actively involved in various national and international Chabad activities. He has participated in Chabad's global initiatives, such as the annual Kinus Hashluchim, where he collaborates with other Chabad leaders to discuss strategies for Jewish outreach and education worldwide. Rabbi Wolvovsky has also supported Chabad's humanitarian missions, which include providing aid and resources to Jewish communities in need across the globe.[5]
Notable achievements
editOne of Rabbi Wolvovsky's notable initiatives is the annual Jewish Art Calendar, which features local Jewish artists and includes important dates and information relevant to the Jewish community. This project helps to promote Jewish culture and support local talent.[4]
References
edit- ^ "Razel Wolvovsky, 66, Without a Title, an Institution of Her Own". Chabad.org. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
- ^ "Rabbi Berel Wolvovsky: Parshas Tazria 5784 - Delving Deeper - Parsha & Chassidus". OU Torah. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
- ^ "Chabad of Silver Spring Seeks to Bring Light to a Dark World". Washington Jewish Week. 21 November 2023. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
- ^ a b "Welcome to Chabad of Silver Spring". Chabad of Silver Spring. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
- ^ "Global Impact of Chabad: A Continuing Legacy". Chabad.org. Retrieved 2024-07-08.
External links
edit