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[[File:Tomchei temimim symbol.jpg|alt=tomchei temimim symbol|thumb| | [[File:Tomchei temimim symbol.jpg|alt=tomchei temimim symbol|thumb|Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Symbol]] | ||
'''Tomchei Temimim''' of Lubavitch was established in 1897 by | '''Tomchei Temimim''' of Lubavitch was established in 1897 by [[The Rebbe Rashab]], The yeshiva was founded with the goal of combining rigorous Talmudic study with the teachings of Chassidus, particularly [[Chabad Chassidus Philosophy|Chabad Chassidus]], and cultivating students who would embody the spiritual and intellectual ideals of the Chabad movement. | ||
The name ''Tomchei Temimim''—meaning "Supporters of the Righteous" or "The Supporters of the Wholesome"—reflects the yeshiva’s aim to produce students who were spiritually complete (or ''temimim'') and well-versed in the teachings of Chassidus. This was a significant departure from the typical yeshiva structure of the time, where the emphasis was primarily on Talmudic and legal studies, without much focus on Chassidic philosophy. | The name ''Tomchei Temimim''—meaning "Supporters of the Righteous" or "The Supporters of the Wholesome"—reflects the yeshiva’s aim to produce students who were spiritually complete (or ''temimim'') and well-versed in the teachings of Chassidus. This was a significant departure from the typical yeshiva structure of the time, where the emphasis was primarily on Talmudic and legal studies, without much focus on Chassidic philosophy. | ||
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On Tuesday, 17 Elul 5657, the Rebbe Rashab selected the first eighteen talmidim who were accepted to the yeshiva. The Rebbe entrusted them to the Chossid Rav Shmuel Gronem Esterman - to teach them Chassidus according to the order he arranged. | On Tuesday, 17 Elul 5657, the Rebbe Rashab selected the first eighteen talmidim who were accepted to the yeshiva. The Rebbe entrusted them to the Chossid Rav Shmuel Gronem Esterman - to teach them Chassidus according to the order he arranged. | ||
Following this practice of the Rebbe Rashab who convened a conference to announce the opening of Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim, today as well when opening a Tomchei Tmimim yeshiva, the Roshei Yeshiva organize a farbrengen where they announce their decision to open the yeshiva. | Following this practice of the Rebbe Rashab who convened a conference to announce the opening of Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim, today as well when opening a Tomchei Tmimim yeshiva, the Roshei Yeshiva organize a farbrengen where they announce their decision to open the yeshiva<ref>In the year 5732 (1972) when the Tmimim moved from their place of study at 770 Eastern Parkway to the Chovevei Torah Yeshiva building, they held a farbrengen at the beginning (apparently this was due to the custom of the Rebbe Rashab). The Rebbe gave his blessing to this move (Likut Maanot Kodesh 5732, response 68 from the 21st of Adar 5732). This practice was also followed at the opening of Yeshiva Gedolah Lubavitch Beit Shemesh and others.</ref>. | ||
==== The Official Announcement of the Yeshiva's Opening ==== | ==== The Official Announcement of the Yeshiva's Opening ==== | ||
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== Purpose of the Yeshiva == | == Purpose of the Yeshiva == | ||
To withstand the waves of time and new winds that began blowing throughout Russia - the Haskalah and Zionist movements - the Rebbe Rashab established a large yeshiva in 1897, which branched into the "Tomchei Tmimim" yeshiva network in the region's towns. | To withstand the waves of time and new winds that began blowing throughout Russia - the Haskalah and Zionist movements - the Rebbe Rashab established a large yeshiva in 1897, which branched into the "Tomchei Tmimim" yeshiva network in the region's towns. | ||
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The yeshiva's name expresses its founder's main idea: refining and purifying middos, strengthening inner spiritual work, and shaping a complete, 'tamim' character. | The yeshiva's name expresses its founder's main idea: refining and purifying middos, strengthening inner spiritual work, and shaping a complete, 'tamim' character. | ||
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The administration of the yeshiva was characterized by strict guidelines for student admissions, academic discipline, and spiritual development. There were two committees involved in accepting students: a public committee and a secret committee. The public committee initially evaluated the students' knowledge and external appearance, while the secret committee followed up on their progress, ensuring that they embodied the ideals of the yeshiva. Students were also personally monitored by the Rebbe, who occasionally met with them to discuss their conduct and spiritual progress. | The administration of the yeshiva was characterized by strict guidelines for student admissions, academic discipline, and spiritual development. There were two committees involved in accepting students: a public committee and a secret committee. The public committee initially evaluated the students' knowledge and external appearance, while the secret committee followed up on their progress, ensuring that they embodied the ideals of the yeshiva. Students were also personally monitored by the Rebbe, who occasionally met with them to discuss their conduct and spiritual progress. | ||
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== The Influence of Chassidus == | == The Influence of Chassidus == | ||
The study of Chassidus was at the core of the yeshiva's curriculum. It was introduced alongside traditional Talmudic study to elevate the students' understanding of Torah and spirituality. Chassidus, particularly Chabad Chassidus, emphasizes the intellectual and emotional connection to God, and students were taught to internalize these teachings to achieve personal and communal growth. | The study of Chassidus was at the core of the yeshiva's curriculum. It was introduced alongside traditional Talmudic study to elevate the students' understanding of Torah and spirituality. Chassidus, particularly Chabad Chassidus, emphasizes the intellectual and emotional connection to God, and students were taught to internalize these teachings to achieve personal and communal growth. | ||