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Welcome to Chabad of the Dominican Republic, a home for all your Jewish needs on the island. Since Rabbi Shimon and Michal Pelman arrived in 2008, they have worked tirelessly to establish Chabad as a vibrant hub for Jewish life. Over the years, their dedication has helped Jewish life on the island flourish, creating a warm and welcoming community for locals and visitors alike.
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  • 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.
  • TheRebbe.orgEssays, insights and letters, stories and first-person accounts, and an online biography of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, of righteous memory
  • Kids ZoneCheck out the "Kids Zone" featuring fascinating and engaging games, activities, stories and more on Jewish holidays and other Jewish topics, geared towards children.
  • Why We Wash Hands After a Funeral or Cemetery Visit?Whenever holiness departs, negative forces try to fill the void. Read More
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