A special women’s class, timed to the date of the 10th of Shevat – Yud Shvat, which holds key significance in the Chassidic tradition – was held in the “Menorah Community” project of the Dnipro Jewish Community, which is actively developing thanks to the efforts of the Zislini family. Participants gathered to gain a deeper understanding of the meaning of this day and its personal spiritual significance for every Jewish woman.
The meeting’s speaker was one of the leading instructors of the “Menorah Community” project, Leah Mayevska, who helped the participants not only recall the historical and spiritual significance of Yud Shvat but also feel a living connection to the legacy of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. The central theme of the class was the special importance of writing a letter to the Rebbe specifically on this day as a form of personal appeal, internal dialogue, and a step towards a more conscious spiritual life. The session took place in a warm and relaxed atmosphere, conducive to personal reflection and sincere questions.
During the gathering, they discussed why Yud Shvat is considered a day of strengthening spiritual connection, how to properly prepare to write a pan, and why sincerity, personal responsibility, and readiness for internal change make this step truly meaningful. Participants shared their feelings, thoughts, and personal experiences, making the meeting not only educational but also deeply unifying.
“Yud Shvat is a time when the connection between generations and the personal responsibility of each person for their spiritual growth is especially felt,” noted the project co-director, Esti Zislina. “Such classes give women the understanding that each one has the opportunity to turn, to ask their question, to express gratitude or a request, and to feel part of the united and cohesive Dnipro Jewish Community under the leadership of its Chief Rabbi, Shmuel Kaminezki.”
