I Begged the Rebbe to Come to My Wedding

About this episode

Rabbi Shabse Alpern shares how the Rebbe's teachings have shaped his life after being sent to Brazil.

Rabbi Shabse Alpern was a kid from Brooklyn, whom the Rebbe sent to Brazil. Hear how the Rebbe's blessings, directives, and lessons have been the guiding light of his life.

People in this episode

Host: Chana Weisberg

Guest: Rabbi Shabse Alpern

Topics covered

• Rabbi stories
• Rebbe's influence
• Jewish weddings
• spiritual guidance
• life lessons

Keywords

• Rebbe
• Rabbi Shabse Alpern
• wedding
• blessings
• life lessons
• Brooklyn
• Brazil

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rebbe

Places: Brooklyn, Brazil

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