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	The curriculum of '''Tomchei Temimim''' was designed to produce students who were intellectually capable, spiritually refined, and deeply connected to the teachings of Chassidus. The study of Chassidus was intertwined with Talmudic studies, and students were taught to see the Talmud through the lens of Chassidic philosophy. This educational approach was revolutionary at the time, as it emphasized the practical application of Torah teachings in everyday life, rather than just theoretical knowledge.		The curriculum of '''Tomchei Temimim''' was designed to produce students who were intellectually capable, spiritually refined, and deeply connected to the teachings of Chassidus. The study of Chassidus was intertwined with Talmudic studies, and students were taught to see the Talmud through the lens of Chassidic philosophy. This educational approach was revolutionary at the time, as it emphasized the practical application of Torah teachings in everyday life, rather than just theoretical knowledge.

	In addition to traditional Torah studies, the yeshiva placed significant focus on the study of Chassidus, Kabbalah, and the mystical teachings of the Chabad Rebbes. Chassidus was not just an intellectual pursuit but was intended to inspire students to serve God with both heart and mind, integrating spiritual awareness into their daily lives.		In addition to traditional Torah studies, the yeshiva placed significant focus on the study of Chassidus, [[Kabbalah]], and the mystical teachings of the Chabad Rebbes. Chassidus was not just an intellectual pursuit but was intended to inspire students to serve God with both heart and mind, integrating spiritual awareness into their daily lives.

	== Purpose of the Yeshiva ==		== Purpose of the Yeshiva ==
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	== Influence on Chabad and the Jewish World ==		== Influence on Chabad and the Jewish World ==
	[[File:The rebbe rayatz, the principal of the yeshivah.jpg\|alt=the rebbe rayatz, the principal of the yeshivah\|thumb\|the rebbe ~~rayatz~~, the principal of the yeshivah]]		[[File:The rebbe rayatz, the principal of the yeshivah.jpg\|alt=the rebbe rayatz, the principal of the yeshivah\|thumb\|the rebbe Rayatz, the principal of the yeshivah]]
	The establishment of '''Tomchei Temimim''' had a lasting impact on the Chabad movement and the Jewish world at large. The yeshiva became a central hub for the transmission of Chabad teachings, which would later be spread worldwide, particularly after World War II. Many of the graduates of the yeshiva became prominent leaders and teachers in Chabad institutions, contributing to the movement's global reach.		The establishment of '''Tomchei Temimim''' had a lasting impact on the Chabad movement and the Jewish world at large. The yeshiva became a central hub for the transmission of Chabad teachings, which would later be spread worldwide, particularly after World War II. Many of the graduates of the yeshiva became prominent leaders and teachers in Chabad institutions, contributing to the movement's global reach.

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	[[File:Tomchei temimim symbol.jpg\|alt=tomchei temimim symbol\|thumb\|Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Symbol]]		[[File:Tomchei temimim symbol.jpg\|alt=tomchei temimim symbol\|thumb\|Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Symbol]]
	'''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.		'''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 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 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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	* '''Kol Beis Tomchei Tmimim''' on the Teshurah website		* '''Kol Beis Tomchei Tmimim''' on the Teshurah website

	~~== References ==~~		[[Category:Fundamental Concepts]]
	[[Category: Fundamental Concepts]]		[[he:ישיבת תומכי תמימים]]

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	'''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.		'''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 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.

	== Establishment and Founding of the Yeshiva ==		== Establishment and Founding of the Yeshiva ==
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	== The Role of the Rebbe ==		== The Role of the Rebbe ==
	The Rebbe Rashab~~, [[Rabbi Sholom DovBer Schneerson (אדמו"ר הרש"ב)\|the Rebbe Rashab]],~~ was directly involved in the yeshiva’s development, often providing personal guidance to the students and shaping the yeshiva’s educational philosophy. His teachings on Chassidus, particularly on Chabad Chassidus, permeated the yeshiva’s curriculum. The Rashab viewed the yeshiva as a way to spread Chabad philosophy and spirituality, and to train future leaders of the Jewish community.		The Rebbe Rashab was directly involved in the yeshiva’s development, often providing personal guidance to the students and shaping the yeshiva’s educational philosophy. His teachings on Chassidus, particularly on Chabad Chassidus, permeated the yeshiva’s curriculum. The Rashab viewed the yeshiva as a way to spread Chabad philosophy and spirituality, and to train future leaders of the Jewish community.

	In addition to the teachings and direct guidance from the Rashab, the yeshiva also received support from other prominent Chabad figures, including Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, who would later become the sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe (the Rebbe Rayatz). The Rayatz’s leadership and vision continued to shape the development of the yeshiva throughout his tenure.		In addition to the teachings and direct guidance from the Rashab, the yeshiva also received support from other prominent Chabad figures, including Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, who would later become the sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe (the Rebbe Rayatz). The Rayatz’s leadership and vision continued to shape the development of the yeshiva throughout his tenure.
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	* '''V'Nisromamti: The Essence of a Tamim''', a video program by the Vaad Talmidei HaTemimim organization featuring mashpi'im from Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas in Israel, year 5784 (2023-2024), on the YouTube channel Chassidus on the Chabad YouTube filtering website		* '''V'Nisromamti: The Essence of a Tamim''', a video program by the Vaad Talmidei HaTemimim organization featuring mashpi'im from Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas in Israel, year 5784 (2023-2024), on the YouTube channel Chassidus on the Chabad YouTube filtering website
	* '''Kol Beis Tomchei Tmimim''' on the Teshurah website		* '''Kol Beis Tomchei Tmimim''' on the Teshurah website

			== References ==
	[[Category: Fundamental Concepts]]		[[Category: Fundamental Concepts]]

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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.
	[[File:כל התמימים משפחה.jpg\|thumb]]		[[File:כל התמימים משפחה.jpg\|thumb\|The Rebbe's response to the secretary Rabbi Binyamin Klein before his wedding regarding the fact that his family members living in Eretz Yisrael would not participate in the wedding: '''According to the words of our Rebbeim, the founders and directors of Tomchei Tmimim, all the Tmimim and Roshei Mesivtos and Roshei Yeshivos of Tomchei Tmimim are his family''']]
	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.
	[[File:הריי''צ, הרבי שליט''א, והרש''ג.jpg\|thumb]]		[[File:הריי''צ, הרבי שליט''א, והרש''ג.jpg\|thumb\|The Rebbe Rayatz, the Rebbe and the Rashag at a dinner benefiting the Tomchei Tmimim Yeshivos, on the eve of Rosh Chodesh Tammuz 5702 (1942). Sitting third from the right: Rabbi Dr. Eliyahu Jung, one of the heads of the Joint.]]
	== 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.
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	== External Links ==		== External Links ==

	* Dr. Hillel Zeidman, '''Lubavitch Yeshivas''', on the Daat website (published in Beit Mashiach weekly, issue 524).		* Dr. Hillel Zeidman, '''[https://www.daat.ac.il/daat/chinuch/mosdot/yeshivot-2.htm Lubavitch Yeshivas]''', on the Daat website (published in Beit Mashiach weekly, issue 524).
	* Rabbi Meir Gruzman, The Character of Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim in Our Time: The Conservative Approach as Formulated by Rabbi Meir Gruzman, on the Alei Sefer website		* Rabbi Meir Gruzman, The Character of Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim in Our Time: The Conservative Approach as Formulated by Rabbi Meir Gruzman, on the Alei Sefer website
	* '''V'Nisromamti: The Essence of a Tamim''', a video program by the Vaad Talmidei HaTemimim organization featuring mashpi'im from Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas in Israel, year 5784 (2023-2024), on the YouTube channel Chassidus on the Chabad YouTube filtering website		* '''V'Nisromamti: The Essence of a Tamim''', a video program by the Vaad Talmidei HaTemimim organization featuring mashpi'im from Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas in Israel, year 5784 (2023-2024), on the YouTube channel Chassidus on the Chabad YouTube filtering website
	* '''Kol Beis Tomchei Tmimim''' on the Teshurah website		* '''Kol Beis Tomchei Tmimim''' on the Teshurah website
			[[Category: Fundamental Concepts]]

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	[[File:Tomchei temimim symbol.jpg\|alt=tomchei temimim symbol\|thumb\|~~tomchei temimim symbol~~]]		[[File:Tomchei temimim symbol.jpg\|alt=tomchei temimim symbol\|thumb\|Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Symbol]]
	'''Tomchei Temimim''' of Lubavitch was established in 1897 by ~~The Rebbe Rashab, the fifth Lubavitcher Rebbe, often referred to as~~ [[The Rebbe ~~Rashab\|the~~ 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.		'''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.
			[[File:כל התמימים משפחה.jpg\|thumb]]
	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.
			[[File:הריי''צ, הרבי שליט''א, והרש''ג.jpg\|thumb]]
	== 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.

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Leadership and Administration

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	'''Tomchei Temimim''' of Lubavitch was established in 1897 by ~~Rabbi Shalom Dovber Schneersohn~~, the fifth Lubavitcher Rebbe, often referred to as [[The Rebbe Rashab\|the 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.		'''Tomchei Temimim''' of Lubavitch was established in 1897 by The Rebbe Rashab, the fifth Lubavitcher Rebbe, often referred to as [[The Rebbe Rashab\|the 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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	== The Role of the Rebbe ==		== The Role of the Rebbe ==
	~~Rabbi Shalom Dovber Schneersohn~~, [[Rabbi Sholom DovBer Schneerson (אדמו"ר הרש"ב)\|the Rebbe Rashab]], was directly involved in the yeshiva’s development, often providing personal guidance to the students and shaping the yeshiva’s educational philosophy. His teachings on Chassidus, particularly on Chabad Chassidus, permeated the yeshiva’s curriculum. The Rashab viewed the yeshiva as a way to spread Chabad philosophy and spirituality, and to train future leaders of the Jewish community.		The Rebbe Rashab, [[Rabbi Sholom DovBer Schneerson (אדמו"ר הרש"ב)\|the Rebbe Rashab]], was directly involved in the yeshiva’s development, often providing personal guidance to the students and shaping the yeshiva’s educational philosophy. His teachings on Chassidus, particularly on Chabad Chassidus, permeated the yeshiva’s curriculum. The Rashab viewed the yeshiva as a way to spread Chabad philosophy and spirituality, and to train future leaders of the Jewish community.

	In addition to the teachings and direct guidance from the Rashab, the yeshiva also received support from other prominent Chabad figures, including Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, who would later become the sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe (the Rebbe Rayatz). The Rayatz’s leadership and vision continued to shape the development of the yeshiva throughout his tenure.		In addition to the teachings and direct guidance from the Rashab, the yeshiva also received support from other prominent Chabad figures, including Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, who would later become the sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe (the Rebbe Rayatz). The Rayatz’s leadership and vision continued to shape the development of the yeshiva throughout his tenure.
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	== Leadership and Administration ==		== Leadership and Administration ==
	The leadership of the yeshiva was integral to its success. ~~Rabbi Shalom Dovber Schneersohn~~, the founder, served as its spiritual leader, and his son, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn (the Rebbe Rayatz), played an active role in managing its operations from the beginning. The structure of the yeshiva reflected a combination of leadership in both administrative and spiritual areas.		The leadership of the yeshiva was integral to its success. The Rebbe Rashab, the founder, served as its spiritual leader, and his son, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn (the Rebbe Rayatz), played an active role in managing its operations from the beginning. The structure of the yeshiva reflected a combination of leadership in both administrative and spiritual areas.

	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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	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.

	== The Official Announcement of the Yeshiva's Opening ==		==== The Official Announcement of the Yeshiva's Opening ====
	On Wednesday, the luminous day of 18 Elul, at two in the afternoon, a "Sheva Brachos" feast was held, where the Rebbe Rashab delivered the message in the name of his fathers, our holy Rebbeim.		On Wednesday, the luminous day of 18 Elul, at two in the afternoon, a "Sheva Brachos" feast was held, where the Rebbe Rashab delivered the message in the name of his fathers, our holy Rebbeim.

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	The Frierdiker Rebbe, who filled his father the Rebbe Rashab's position after his passing, was the active director of Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim, and nothing was done in the yeshiva without consulting him. Under his guidance, Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas developed in quantity and quality.		The Frierdiker Rebbe, who filled his father the Rebbe Rashab's position after his passing, was the active director of Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim, and nothing was done in the yeshiva without consulting him. Under his guidance, Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas developed in quantity and quality.

	== Union of Yeshiva Students ==		==== Union of Yeshiva Students ====
	To maintain the spirit of Tomchei Tmimim even after the years of study in yeshiva, the Frierdiker Rebbe initiated the establishment of the 'Igud HaTmimim' whose purpose was to care for the physical arrangements of yeshiva graduates, finding rabbinic positions for them, strengthening set times for learning Chassidus, and additional activities for them.		To maintain the spirit of Tomchei Tmimim even after the years of study in yeshiva, the Frierdiker Rebbe initiated the establishment of the 'Igud HaTmimim' whose purpose was to care for the physical arrangements of yeshiva graduates, finding rabbinic positions for them, strengthening set times for learning Chassidus, and additional activities for them.

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	The learning first focuses on encompassing and clarifying the sugya being learned on all its sides and details. Afterward, the learner examines and is precise with every significant piece of information, calculating the sevoros of the Amoraim, assembling the details of the sugya in his mind into a unified structure, and approaches pilpul after understanding the halachic pshat of the sugya while doing this carefully to direct toward the truth of the matters.		The learning first focuses on encompassing and clarifying the sugya being learned on all its sides and details. Afterward, the learner examines and is precise with every significant piece of information, calculating the sevoros of the Amoraim, assembling the details of the sugya in his mind into a unified structure, and approaches pilpul after understanding the halachic pshat of the sugya while doing this carefully to direct toward the truth of the matters.

	== Writing and Publishing Chiddushim ==		==== Writing and Publishing Chiddushim ====
	The Rebbe instructed the Tmimim to write down their chiddushim and publish them in dedicated collections. This unique aspect characterizes Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas where the bochurim toil and labor to be mechadesh in Torah.		The Rebbe instructed the Tmimim to write down their chiddushim and publish them in dedicated collections. This unique aspect characterizes Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas where the bochurim toil and labor to be mechadesh in Torah.

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	On the 20th of Sivan 1902, the Yeshivas Tomchei Temimim was closed for one day by order of the authorities, following accusations from the maskilim (enlightened Jews). The Frierdiker Rebbe (Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak) ignored the police order and asked Yaakov the builder to prepare stairs so the bochurim could enter through the window. The next day, a telegram arrived from the police commander giving permission to reopen the yeshiva.		On the 20th of Sivan 1902, the Yeshivas Tomchei Temimim was closed for one day by order of the authorities, following accusations from the maskilim (enlightened Jews). The Frierdiker Rebbe (Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak) ignored the police order and asked Yaakov the builder to prepare stairs so the bochurim could enter through the window. The next day, a telegram arrived from the police commander giving permission to reopen the yeshiva.

	== During World War I ==		==== During World War I ====
	Even during the difficult days of World War I, not only did the enthusiasm of Chabad chassidim not weaken, but they also established yeshivos in various cities. This work continued even after the Soviets rose to power. The number of yeshivos increased even when they were forced underground and had to operate in secret due to persecution and the evil eye of Jewish informers, members of the Yevsektsia, who were determined to destroy the fortresses of religion.		Even during the difficult days of World War I, not only did the enthusiasm of Chabad chassidim not weaken, but they also established yeshivos in various cities. This work continued even after the Soviets rose to power. The number of yeshivos increased even when they were forced underground and had to operate in secret due to persecution and the evil eye of Jewish informers, members of the Yevsektsia, who were determined to destroy the fortresses of religion.

	At that time, the American Joint Distribution Committee supported the Tomchei Temimim yeshivos in their time of need. At the initiative of its director Dr. J. Rosen, $50,000 per year was allocated for religious education under the leadership of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, which was considered an enormous sum at the time.		At that time, the American Joint Distribution Committee supported the Tomchei Temimim yeshivos in their time of need. At the initiative of its director Dr. J. Rosen, $50,000 per year was allocated for religious education under the leadership of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, which was considered an enormous sum at the time.

	== Under Yevsektsia Rule ==		==== Under Yevsektsia Rule ====
	During the Communist era, the Frierdiker Rebbe's educational program (who assumed leadership of Chabad after his father's histalkus on 2 Nissan 1920) changed completely. It expanded to many levels and encompassed various subjects. It cared not only for students close to Chabad chassidus but for all Jewish youth, and dealt not only with in-depth study at a high level but also with elementary education for young children. The Frierdiker Rebbe established dozens of chadarim in secret with the help of his chassidim, and Chabad yeshiva students became teachers and educators for Jewish children.		During the Communist era, the Frierdiker Rebbe's educational program (who assumed leadership of Chabad after his father's histalkus on 2 Nissan 1920) changed completely. It expanded to many levels and encompassed various subjects. It cared not only for students close to Chabad chassidus but for all Jewish youth, and dealt not only with in-depth study at a high level but also with elementary education for young children. The Frierdiker Rebbe established dozens of chadarim in secret with the help of his chassidim, and Chabad yeshiva students became teachers and educators for Jewish children.

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	After his release, he was expelled from Russia, but the Tomchei Temimim network not only didn't close but continued with greater strength and intensity.		After his release, he was expelled from Russia, but the Tomchei Temimim network not only didn't close but continued with greater strength and intensity.

	== COVID-19 Pandemic ==		==== COVID-19 Pandemic ====
	Following the virus outbreak, the ability to learn in public spaces was paralyzed. The yeshivos continued to operate through remote learning methods. Many yeshivos used dedicated phone lines through which rabbonim delivered shiurim and farbrengens, and through which chavrusas learned together.		Following the virus outbreak, the ability to learn in public spaces was paralyzed. The yeshivos continued to operate through remote learning methods. Many yeshivos used dedicated phone lines through which rabbonim delivered shiurim and farbrengens, and through which chavrusas learned together.

	During the period when the Ministry of Health allowed essential educational frameworks in closed and isolated capsules, many yeshivos opened capsules through which they maintained learning on the platforms made available to them.		During the period when the Ministry of Health allowed essential educational frameworks in closed and isolated capsules, many yeshivos opened capsules through which they maintained learning on the platforms made available to them.

	== Operation Iron Swords ==		==== Operation Iron Swords ====
	In the initial period of Operation Iron Swords, the conditions for maintaining educational systems were reduced following Home Front Command guidelines according to the situation. For example, yeshivos were required to provide access to protected spaces within reasonable distance from their learning areas. The yeshivos relocated to buildings with shelters and arranged themselves according to legal requirements.		In the initial period of Operation Iron Swords, the conditions for maintaining educational systems were reduced following Home Front Command guidelines according to the situation. For example, yeshivos were required to provide access to protected spaces within reasonable distance from their learning areas. The yeshivos relocated to buildings with shelters and arranged themselves according to legal requirements.

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	* '''Sefer HaToldos Admur HaRashab''' RAC Glitzenstein pages 137-242		* '''Sefer HaToldos Admur HaRashab''' RAC Glitzenstein pages 137-242

	== Memories of the Tmimim ==		==== Memories of the Tmimim ====

	* '''I am Abraham's Servant''' - In the introduction, memories from Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch, Yeshivas Achei Tmimim Tel Aviv, Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lod, Rabbi Eliezer Krasik		* '''I am Abraham's Servant''' - In the introduction, memories from Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch, Yeshivas Achei Tmimim Tel Aviv, Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lod, Rabbi Eliezer Krasik
	* '''Reshimos Devorim''' - Memories from Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch, Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Kharkov, Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Kremenchug, Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Rostov, Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Montreal, Rabbi Yehuda Chitrik		* '''Reshimos Devorim''' - Memories from Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch, Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Kharkov, Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Kremenchug, Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Rostov, Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Montreal, Rabbi Yehuda Chitrik
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	* '''The First Tomim''', History of Rabbi Shneur Zalman Gurary, documentation about Rabbi Gurary as one of the first Tmimim in the yeshiva		* '''The First Tomim''', History of Rabbi Shneur Zalman Gurary, documentation about Rabbi Gurary as one of the first Tmimim in the yeshiva
	* '''Zichron L'Bnei Yisroel''', Memories of Rabbi Yisroel Jacobson from Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch, and Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas throughout Russia		* '''Zichron L'Bnei Yisroel''', Memories of Rabbi Yisroel Jacobson from Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch, and Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas throughout Russia

			== External Links ==

			* Dr. Hillel Zeidman, '''Lubavitch Yeshivas''', on the Daat website (published in Beit Mashiach weekly, issue 524).
			* Rabbi Meir Gruzman, The Character of Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim in Our Time: The Conservative Approach as Formulated by Rabbi Meir Gruzman, on the Alei Sefer website
			* '''V'Nisromamti: The Essence of a Tamim''', a video program by the Vaad Talmidei HaTemimim organization featuring mashpi'im from Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas in Israel, year 5784 (2023-2024), on the YouTube channel Chassidus on the Chabad YouTube filtering website
			* '''Kol Beis Tomchei Tmimim''' on the Teshurah website

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	[[File:Tomchei temimim symbol.jpg\|alt=tomchei temimim symbol\|thumb\|Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Symbol]]		[[File:Tomchei temimim symbol.jpg\|alt=tomchei temimim symbol\|thumb\|Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Symbol]]
	'''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.		'''Tomchei Temimim''' of Lubavitch was established in 1897 by [[The Rebbe Rashab]]. The yeshiva was founded with the goal of combining rigorous [[Talmud\|Talmudic]] study with the [[Toras HaChassidus\|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 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 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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	At the wedding feast of his son, [[the Rebbe Rayatz]], on Sunday 15 Elul 5657 (1897), the Rebbe Rashab announced that he wished to make an important announcement to the public on 18 Elul concerning all our Rebbeim. Later, the Rebbe Rashab convened a conference attended by about fifty select elder rabbanim and wealthy supporters of Anash who were in Lubavitch at the time for the wedding celebration. The Rebbe opened the conference with a general announcement about his holy decision to establish a yeshiva for Torah-knowledgeable bochurim who would engage in studying Chassidus with yiras shamayim.		At the wedding feast of his son, [[the Rebbe Rayatz]], on Sunday 15 Elul 5657 (1897), the Rebbe Rashab announced that he wished to make an important announcement to the public on 18 Elul concerning all our Rebbeim. Later, the Rebbe Rashab convened a conference attended by about fifty select elder rabbanim and wealthy supporters of Anash who were in Lubavitch at the time for the wedding celebration. The Rebbe opened the conference with a general announcement about his holy decision to establish a yeshiva for Torah-knowledgeable bochurim who would engage in studying Chassidus with yiras shamayim.

	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 [[Shmuel Gronem Esterman\|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<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>.		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>.
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	On Wednesday, the luminous day of 18 Elul, at two in the afternoon, a "Sheva Brachos" feast was held, where the Rebbe Rashab delivered the message in the name of his fathers, our holy Rebbeim.		On Wednesday, the luminous day of 18 Elul, at two in the afternoon, a "Sheva Brachos" feast was held, where the Rebbe Rashab delivered the message in the name of his fathers, our holy Rebbeim.

	This is how the Rebbe Rayatz describes it: At two in the afternoon, a "Sheva Brachos" feast was held. My father was in joyous excitement and said: "Jews throughout the world know that on Wednesday the luminaries were hung. Even on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday there was day and night, but the luminaries were hung on Wednesday. Today, 18 Elul, is the luminous day when [[the Alter Rebbe]] and Moren[[The Baal Shem Tov]] were born, and on this holy day I am establishing a yeshiva by the command and blessing of our holy fathers and Rebbeim, a yeshiva that will produce talmidim with mesiras nefesh for Torah and avodah in the ways of Chabad Chassidus."		This is how the Rebbe Rayatz describes it: At two in the afternoon, a "Sheva Brachos" feast was held. My father was in joyous excitement and said: "Jews throughout the world know that on Wednesday the luminaries were hung. Even on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday there was day and night, but the luminaries were hung on Wednesday. Today, 18 Elul, is the luminous day when [[the Alter Rebbe]] and Moren[[The Baal Shem Tov]] were born, and on this holy day I am establishing a yeshiva by the command and blessing of our holy fathers and Rebbeim, a yeshiva that will produce talmidim with [[mesiras nefesh]] for [[Torah]] and avodah in the ways of Chabad Chassidus."

	The Rebbe Rashab said a Chassidic discourse on the topic of "The light created on the first day with which Adam HaRishon could see from one end of the world to the other," and afterward said with a bright and welcoming countenance: "May it be His will that the Shechinah rest in our handiwork. On the fourth day of creation the luminaries were hung. Today is 18 Elul, the holy day when Morenu the Baal Shem Tov was born 199 years ago. With this beginning of the yeshiva - which I have not yet named - I am kindling the luminaries that Morenu the Baal Shem Tov and the Rebbeim bequeathed to us in order to fulfill the promise of spreading your wellsprings outward, to hasten the coming of Moshiach Tzidkeinu."		The Rebbe Rashab said a Chassidic discourse on the topic of "The light created on the first day with which Adam HaRishon could see from one end of the world to the other," and afterward said with a bright and welcoming countenance: "May it be His will that the Shechinah rest in our handiwork. On the fourth day of creation the luminaries were hung. Today is 18 Elul, the holy day when Morenu the Baal Shem Tov was born 199 years ago. With this beginning of the yeshiva - which I have not yet named - I am kindling the luminaries that Morenu the Baal Shem Tov and the Rebbeim bequeathed to us in order to fulfill the promise of spreading your wellsprings outward, to hasten the coming of [[Moshiach]] Tzidkeinu."

	== Structure of the Yeshiva ==		== Structure of the Yeshiva ==
	The founding vision of '''Tomchei Temimim''' was not just to teach Torah, but to create a generation of spiritually refined and intellectually rigorous students who would lead Jewish communities and perpetuate the teachings of Chabad Chassidus. The yeshiva’s curriculum was distinctive in its combination of Talmud study, Halacha (Jewish law), and Chassidus, with the goal of producing ''temimim''—students who were complete in both their knowledge of Torah and their personal refinement.		The founding vision of '''Tomchei Temimim''' was not just to teach Torah, but to create a generation of spiritually refined and intellectually rigorous students who would lead Jewish communities and perpetuate the teachings of Chabad Chassidus. The yeshiva’s curriculum was distinctive in its combination of Talmud study, [[Halacha]] (Jewish law), and Chassidus, with the goal of producing ''temimim''—students who were complete in both their knowledge of Torah and their personal refinement.

	The yeshiva's curriculum included intensive study of both the revealed aspects of Torah (such as Talmud, Halacha, and Jewish philosophy) and the hidden aspects (such as Chassidus, Kabbalah, and mysticism). '''Tomchei Temimim''' emphasized understanding the depth and inner meanings of Torah through the study of Chassidus, and it was believed that this approach would lead to both intellectual enlightenment and spiritual elevation.		The yeshiva's curriculum included intensive study of both the revealed aspects of Torah (such as Talmud, Halacha, and Jewish philosophy) and the hidden aspects (such as Chassidus, [[Kabbalah]], and mysticism). '''Tomchei Temimim''' emphasized understanding the depth and inner meanings of Torah through the study of Chassidus, and it was believed that this approach would lead to both intellectual enlightenment and spiritual elevation.

	== The Role of the Rebbe ==		== The Role of the Rebbe ==
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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.

	That period was an auspicious time for establishing yeshivas, as other yeshivas were established then: Slabodka, Mir, Slutsk, and Telz. Torah learning appeared then in the form of yeshivas that concentrated, developed and flourished in the land of yeshivas - Lithuania, which served as the great reservoir of Torah that nourished Jewish communities worldwide.		That period was an auspicious time for establishing yeshivas, as other yeshivas were established then: [[Slabodka]], [[Mir]], [[Slutsk]], and [[Telz]]. Torah learning appeared then in the form of yeshivas that concentrated, developed and flourished in the land of yeshivas - Lithuania, which served as the great reservoir of Torah that nourished Jewish communities worldwide.

	Yeshivas "Tomchei Tmimim" was similar to Lithuanian yeshivas, yet different from them. It was similar because the Lithuanian yeshivas' learning method was inherited, but different in the following ways.		Yeshivas "Tomchei Tmimim" was similar to Lithuanian yeshivas, yet different from them. It was similar because the Lithuanian yeshivas' learning method was inherited, but different in the following ways.

	== The Founding Vision ==		== The Founding Vision ==
	In 1901, three years after the founding of Yeshivas "Tomchei Tmimim," its founder commanded that the students be brought before him together with the Roshei Yeshiva, Mashpi'im and Mashgichim, and addressed them with these words:		In 1901, three years after the founding of Yeshivas "Tomchei Tmimim," its founder commanded that the students be brought before him together with the [[Rosh Yeshiva\|Roshei Yeshiva]], [[Mashpia\|Mashpi'im]] and Mashgichim, and addressed them with these words:

	"I make a covenant with you, with the students of Yeshivas 'Tomchei Tmimim' who study today in all the 'systems' (departments) of the yeshiva and with all students who will study in it during this time and future times. Those who are here and those who are not here - I make a covenant of partnership for work with mesiras nefesh for Torah with yiras shamayim and avodah shebalev, without compromises, let the law pierce the mountain."		"I make a covenant with you, with the students of Yeshivas 'Tomchei Tmimim' who study today in all the 'systems' (departments) of the yeshiva and with all students who will study in it during this time and future times. Those who are here and those who are not here - I make a covenant of partnership for work with mesiras nefesh for Torah with yiras shamayim and avodah shebalev, without compromises, let the law pierce the mountain."
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	== Learning Method ==		== Learning Method ==
	In Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas, the analytical learning stands fundamentally on the guidance of the Rebbe Rashab in Kuntres Eitz HaChaim. Learning in this way resolves concern for emotion overshadowing thought that might develop following intensive and deep learning of nigleh. The learning method established by the Rebbe Rashab includes guidance for learning through a path of deep analysis tending toward pshat on one hand and depth and iyun on the other. In his guidance, he clarifies the necessary caution from false pilpulim and superficiality and scattered learning.		In Tomchei Tmimim yeshivas, the analytical learning stands fundamentally on the guidance of the Rebbe Rashab in [[Kuntres Eitz HaChaim]]. Learning in this way resolves concern for emotion overshadowing thought that might develop following intensive and deep learning of nigleh. The learning method established by the Rebbe Rashab includes guidance for learning through a path of deep analysis tending toward pshat on one hand and depth and iyun on the other. In his guidance, he clarifies the necessary caution from false pilpulim and superficiality and scattered learning.

	The learning first focuses on encompassing and clarifying the sugya being learned on all its sides and details. Afterward, the learner examines and is precise with every significant piece of information, calculating the sevoros of the Amoraim, assembling the details of the sugya in his mind into a unified structure, and approaches pilpul after understanding the halachic pshat of the sugya while doing this carefully to direct toward the truth of the matters.		The learning first focuses on encompassing and clarifying the sugya being learned on all its sides and details. Afterward, the learner examines and is precise with every significant piece of information, calculating the sevoros of the Amoraim, assembling the details of the sugya in his mind into a unified structure, and approaches pilpul after understanding the halachic pshat of the sugya while doing this carefully to direct toward the truth of the matters.
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	== Tomchei Temimim around the World ==		== Tomchei Temimim around the World ==
	[[File:Toras emes - jerusalem.jpg\|thumb\|256x256px\|Toras emes - jerusalem]]		[[File:Toras emes - jerusalem.jpg\|thumb\|256x256px\|Toras emes - jerusalem]]
	* The Central Lubavitcher Yeshiva, or Central Yeshiva Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch, Brooklyn, New York		* The Central Lubavitcher Yeshiva, or Central Yeshiva Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch, [[Brooklyn]], New York
	* United Lubavitcher Yeshivoth - Ocean Parkway, Brooklyn, New York		* [[United Lubavitcher Yeshivoth - Ocean Parkway]], Brooklyn, New York
	* Talmudical Seminary Oholei Torah, Brooklyn, New York		* Talmudical Seminary Oholei Torah, Brooklyn, New York
	* Mesivta Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch Queens Forest Hills, New York		* Mesivta Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch Queens Forest Hills, New York
	* Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch Poconos Canadensis, PA		* Yeshivas Tomchei Tmimim Lubavitch Poconos Canadensis, PA
	* Yeshiva Kol Yaakov Yehuda Hadar Hatorah Rabbinical Seminary, Brooklyn, New York		* Yeshiva Kol Yaakov Yehuda Hadar Hatorah Rabbinical Seminary, Brooklyn, New York
	* Yeshivas Lubavitch Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio		* Yeshivas Lubavitch Cincinnati, [[Cincinnati]], Ohio
	* Yeshivas Lubavitch Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada		* Yeshivas Lubavitch Toronto, [[Toronto]], Ontario, [[Canada]]
	* Yeshiva Or Menachem, Montreal, Quebec, Canada		* Yeshiva Or Menachem, [[Montreal]], Quebec, Canada
	* Rabbinical College of America, Morristown, New Jersey		* Rabbinical College of America, Morristown, New Jersey
	* Lubavitch Educational Center – Klurman Mesivta, Miami Beach, Florida		* Lubavitch Educational Center – Klurman Mesivta, Miami Beach, Florida
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	== See Also ==		== See Also ==

	* Details of Tomchei Tmimim branches past and present in Category: Chabad Yeshivas		* Details of Tomchei Tmimim branches past and present in [[:Category: Chabad Yeshivas]]
	* Tomim		* [[Tomim]]

	== Further Reading ==		== Further Reading ==