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{{Chabad}}'''Kol Menachem''' is a a ] ] ] founded by philanthropist Meyer Gutnick and Rabbi Chaim Miller in ]. Its goal is "to organize the teachings of Rabbi ] and make them universally accessible and useful."<ref></ref> {{Chabad sidebar}}'''Kol Menachem''' is an independent ] ] based in ], founded by philanthropist Meyer Gutnick and Rabbi Chaim Miller in 2000. Its goal is "to organize the teachings of Rabbi ] and make them universally accessible and useful."<ref></ref>


=== The Gutnick Edition ''Chumash'' === == The Gutnick Edition ''Chumash'' ==


Rabbi Chaim Miller wrote a '']'' with a translation that incorporates Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson's "novel interpretation" of Rashi's commentary, which was delivered in a series of public talks that began in 1964 and continued for more than 25 years.<ref>Chaim Miller, , ]</ref> The translation, called "The Gutnick Edition ''Chumash''" after its sponsor, Meyer Gutnick, was published in a ] Hebrew-English edition that includes a running commentary anthologized from classic rabbinic texts. It also includes the '']'', mystical insights called "Sparks of ''Chassidus''", a summary of the '']'' found in each '']'' according to '']'', an essay on public reading of the Torah, and summary charts.<ref>, World Jewish News Agency.</ref> It was Kol Menachem's first publication. Rabbi Chaim Miller wrote a '']'' with a translation that incorporates Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson's "novel interpretation" of ]'s commentary, which was delivered in a series of public talks at ] that began in 1964 and continued for more than 25 years,<ref>Chaim Miller, , ]</ref> Many of which were printed in ]. The translation, called "The Gutnick Edition ''Chumash''" after its sponsor, Meyer Gutnick, was published in a ] Hebrew-English edition that includes a running commentary anthologized from classic rabbinic texts.<!-- Deleted image removed: ] -->It also includes the '']'', mystical insights called "Sparks of ''Chassidus''", a summary of the '']'' found in each '']'' according to '']'', an essay on public reading of the ], and summary charts.<ref>, World Jewish News Agency.</ref> It was Kol Menachem's first publication.


According to Miller's foreword, unlike most other translations, the Gutnick edition does not intersperse transliterations among the translations; this is intended to make the text more reader-friendly. However, the translation does includes Rashi’s commentary in parentheses, and the foreword explains that these are Rashi’s words and not a translation of the ''chumash''.<ref></ref> According to Miller's foreword, unlike most other translations, the Gutnick edition does not intersperse transliterations among the translations; this is intended to make the text more reader-friendly. However, the translation does includes Rashi's commentary in parentheses, and the foreword explains that these are Rashi's words and not a translation of the ''chumash''.<ref></ref>


In November 2002, the first volume of The Gutnick Edition Chumash was released. The inaugural issue published was ], to coordinate with the then-current Torah readings.<ref name="mach"></ref> The publication of the 5-volume series was completed in 2006. In November 2002, the first volume of The Gutnick Edition Chumash was released. The inaugural issue published was ], to coordinate with the then-current Torah readings.<ref name="mach">{{Dead link|date=February 2020 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> The publication of the 5-volume series was completed in 2006.

According to Rabbi Gutnick, the Chumash is perfect for those who are learning ] for the first time, or who have never been exposed to formal Torah study. It is written in easy to understand English, making it understandable by people of all ages and backgrounds.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.kosherspirit.com/Article.asp?Issue=11&Article=137 |title=Kosher Spirit Review |access-date=2010-11-03 |archive-date=2010-09-26 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100926050106/http://www.kosherspirit.com/Article.asp?Issue=11&Article=137 |url-status=dead }}</ref> And adds much for beginners to Chumash study (like the audience at ] across the world) and those familiar with the text.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.jewishpress.com/pageroute.do/21611 |title=Jewish Press Review |access-date=2010-11-03 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101106061832/http://www.jewishpress.com/pageroute.do/21611 |archive-date=2010-11-06 |url-status=dead }}</ref>


The series is reported to have been quite successful: "The public reception was so overwhelming that the Kol Menachem staff was inspired to work 14-hour days to finish the project. ... Can you imagine how it feels to have phone calls, letters and emails flying in all day from people whose lives have literally been changed by the Chumash and are begging for more? For many thousands of people, it was their first exposure to the Rebbe’s teachings. Others tell us how it has enabled them to bring Torah study into their busy lives, and it has even inspired many to become ]. So we just had to pull out all the stops to get this project finished.”<ref name="mach"/> The series is reported to have been quite successful: "The public reception was so overwhelming that the Kol Menachem staff was inspired to work 14-hour days to finish the project. ... Can you imagine how it feels to have phone calls, letters and emails flying in all day from people whose lives have literally been changed by the Chumash and are begging for more? For many thousands of people, it was their first exposure to the Rebbe’s teachings. Others tell us how it has enabled them to bring Torah study into their busy lives, and it has even inspired many to become ]. So we just had to pull out all the stops to get this project finished.”<ref name="mach"/>


=== Kol Menachem Haggadah === == Kol Menachem Haggadah ==

⚫ In 2008 the Slager edition of the ] was released by Kol Menachem, in two versions: according to the liturgy of ''Nusach Ashkenaz'' as well as '']''. The Kol Menachem commentaries are essays on the Haggadah written by Rabbi Schneerson and culled from his voluminous public addresses, then adapted into English. Each commentary is identified and fully annotated. In addition, the volume also incorporates an English question-and-answer running commentary by Rabbi Chaim Miller, integrating many classic commentators.<ref name="mach"/>

In 2009 The Kol Menachem Haggadah won the Benjamin Franklin award from the ].<ref> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090612211729/http://www.ibpa-online.org/pubresources/benfrank2009_Winners.aspx |date=2009-06-12 }}</ref>

⚫ == Other projects ==


⚫ In November 2006,<ref name="mach"/> Kol Menachem released a book of ] with commentaries from the Rebbe.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.kolmenachem.com/haftaros.html |title=The Kol Menachem edition of the Haftarot |access-date=2008-07-04 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080513201535/http://www.kolmenachem.com/haftaros.html |archive-date=2008-05-13 |url-status=dead }}</ref>
⚫ In ] the Slager edition of the ] was released by Kol Menachem, in two versions: according to the liturgy of '']'' as well as '']''. The Kol Menachem commentaries are essays on the Haggadah written by Rabbi Schneerson and culled from throughout his voluminous public addresses and adapted into English. Each commentary is identified and fully annotated. In addition, the volume also incorporates an English question-and-answer running commentary by Rabbi Chaim Miller, integrating many classic commentators.<ref name="mach"/>


⚫ Kol Menachem has begun a series on ]' ],<ref></ref> which draws “from over 100 classic texts such as ], ], Jewish Philosophy, Halachic codes and the works of Kabbalah and Chassidus (with special emphasis on the teachings of the ])." These teachings have been anthologized into a series of 28 lessons and has 446 pages.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.judaicaplus.com/moreinfo.cfm?product_id=5154 |title=Rambam: Thirteen Principles of Faith |access-date=2008-07-04 }}{{dead link|date=March 2020|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref>
⚫ ===Other projects===


⚫ Kol Menachem has begun the Leviev edition of the Gutnick Chumash, which is a rendition of the Gutnick Chumash in Hebrew sponsored by philanthropist ]. Thus far, the books of ], ], ], and ] have been released.
⚫ Kol Menachem has released a book of ] with commentaries from the Rebbe.<ref></ref> It was released in November of 2006.<ref name="mach"/>


Kol Menachem has launched an online classroom for Jews on the go.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.jewishiphonecommunity.org/news/choose-life-torah-in-ten |title=Robert Pass, Mati Szmidt, Jewish Iphone |access-date=2010-11-05 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101030052031/http://www.jewishiphonecommunity.org/news/choose-life-torah-in-ten |archive-date=2010-10-30 |url-status=dead }}</ref> "Torah in Ten" provides insightful conversations on the weekly ]. The class includes interesting commentaries from renowned historical figures as well as modern views, in addition to thought provoking and inspiring questions. Torah in Ten takes place every week, for ten minutes.
⚫ Kol Menachem has begun a series on ]' ], which draws “from over 100 classic texts such as Talmud, Midrash, Jewish Philosophy, Halachic codes and the works of Kabbalah and Chassidus (with special emphasis on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe)." These teachings have been anthologized into a series of 28 lessons. 446 pages.<ref></ref>


The class is facilitated by Kol Menachem's Editor in Chief, Rabbi Chaim Miller.
⚫ Kol Menachem has begun the Levayev edition of the Gutnick Chumash, which is a rendition of the Gutnick Chumash in Hebrew sponsored by philanthropist ]. So far, the book of ] has been released.


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Kol Menachem is an independent Chabad publishing house based in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, founded by philanthropist Meyer Gutnick and Rabbi Chaim Miller in 2000. Its goal is "to organize the teachings of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson and make them universally accessible and useful."

The Gutnick Edition Chumash

Rabbi Chaim Miller wrote a Chumash with a translation that incorporates Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson's "novel interpretation" of Rashi's commentary, which was delivered in a series of public talks at Farbrengens that began in 1964 and continued for more than 25 years, Many of which were printed in Likutei Sichot. The translation, called "The Gutnick Edition Chumash" after its sponsor, Meyer Gutnick, was published in a bilingual Hebrew-English edition that includes a running commentary anthologized from classic rabbinic texts.It also includes the haftarot, mystical insights called "Sparks of Chassidus", a summary of the mitzvot found in each Parashah according to Sefer ha-Chinuch, an essay on public reading of the Torah, and summary charts. It was Kol Menachem's first publication.

According to Miller's foreword, unlike most other translations, the Gutnick edition does not intersperse transliterations among the translations; this is intended to make the text more reader-friendly. However, the translation does includes Rashi's commentary in parentheses, and the foreword explains that these are Rashi's words and not a translation of the chumash.

In November 2002, the first volume of The Gutnick Edition Chumash was released. The inaugural issue published was Shemot, to coordinate with the then-current Torah readings. The publication of the 5-volume series was completed in 2006.

According to Rabbi Gutnick, the Chumash is perfect for those who are learning Chassidus for the first time, or who have never been exposed to formal Torah study. It is written in easy to understand English, making it understandable by people of all ages and backgrounds. And adds much for beginners to Chumash study (like the audience at Chabad houses across the world) and those familiar with the text.

The series is reported to have been quite successful: "The public reception was so overwhelming that the Kol Menachem staff was inspired to work 14-hour days to finish the project. ... Can you imagine how it feels to have phone calls, letters and emails flying in all day from people whose lives have literally been changed by the Chumash and are begging for more? For many thousands of people, it was their first exposure to the Rebbe’s teachings. Others tell us how it has enabled them to bring Torah study into their busy lives, and it has even inspired many to become baalei teshuvah. So we just had to pull out all the stops to get this project finished.”

Kol Menachem Haggadah

In 2008 the Slager edition of the Haggadah was released by Kol Menachem, in two versions: according to the liturgy of Nusach Ashkenaz as well as Nusach Ari. The Kol Menachem commentaries are essays on the Haggadah written by Rabbi Schneerson and culled from his voluminous public addresses, then adapted into English. Each commentary is identified and fully annotated. In addition, the volume also incorporates an English question-and-answer running commentary by Rabbi Chaim Miller, integrating many classic commentators.

In 2009 The Kol Menachem Haggadah won the Benjamin Franklin award from the Independent Book Publishers Association.

Other projects

In November 2006, Kol Menachem released a book of Haftarot with commentaries from the Rebbe.

Kol Menachem has begun a series on Maimonides' Thirteen Principles of Faith, which draws “from over 100 classic texts such as Talmud, Midrash, Jewish Philosophy, Halachic codes and the works of Kabbalah and Chassidus (with special emphasis on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe)." These teachings have been anthologized into a series of 28 lessons and has 446 pages.

Kol Menachem has begun the Leviev edition of the Gutnick Chumash, which is a rendition of the Gutnick Chumash in Hebrew sponsored by philanthropist Lev Leviev. Thus far, the books of Bereshit, Shemot, Vayikra, and Devarim have been released.

Kol Menachem has launched an online classroom for Jews on the go. "Torah in Ten" provides insightful conversations on the weekly Torah portion. The class includes interesting commentaries from renowned historical figures as well as modern views, in addition to thought provoking and inspiring questions. Torah in Ten takes place every week, for ten minutes.

The class is facilitated by Kol Menachem's Editor in Chief, Rabbi Chaim Miller.

References

  1. Chabad Groups Celebrate Late Rebbe’s Teaching Legacy
  2. Chaim Miller, Rashi's Method of Biblical Commentary, Chabad.org
  3. Gutnick Edition Chumash, World Jewish News Agency.
  4. Jewish Press review of The Gutnick Edition Chumash
  5. ^ New Gutnick Haggadah
  6. "Kosher Spirit Review". Archived from the original on 2010-09-26. Retrieved 2010-11-03.
  7. "Jewish Press Review". Archived from the original on 2010-11-06. Retrieved 2010-11-03.
  8. IBPA 2009 Award winners Archived 2009-06-12 at the Wayback Machine
  9. "The Kol Menachem edition of the Haftarot". Archived from the original on 2008-05-13. Retrieved 2008-07-04.
  10. Hamodia Interview with Rabbi Miller
  11. "Rambam: Thirteen Principles of Faith". Retrieved 2008-07-04.
  12. "Robert Pass, Mati Szmidt, Jewish Iphone". Archived from the original on 2010-10-30. Retrieved 2010-11-05.

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