Anash/our fellow people.

אנ"ש/אנשח שלומנו

The phrase אנ"ש (pronounced anash) is an acronym for אנשי שלומנו, which literally means "the people of our peace" or "our fellow people." In context, it refers to members of a particular community, especially in Chabad and other Chassidic groups.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

אנשי (anshei) means "people of."
שלומנו (shlomeinu) means "our peace," but in this context, it refers more broadly to those who share the same values, beliefs, or spiritual path.

In Chabad circles, אנ"ש is commonly used to refer to the members of the Chabad community, or more specifically, those who follow the teachings of the Rebbe and the Chassidic way of life. It implies a close-knit group of individuals who are connected by their shared spiritual goals and camaraderie.

In a broader sense, the term highlights a sense of unity and brotherhood among the members of the community.

Shiurim in this topic

3793. Where to Daven on Rosh Hashanah When the Mikvah Is Sheuvin היכן להתפלל בראש השנה כאשר המקוה הוא מים שאובין

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921. Support for Colel Chabad – A Sacred Lifeline תמיכה בכולל חב"ד – קו חיים קדוש

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954. Call for Farbrengen on Purim and Shabbos קריאה להתוועדות בפורים ובשבת

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1262. The Three Aspects of Spreading Chassidus: Yafutzu, Maayanosecha, Chutzah שלשה פרטים בהפצת החסידות: יפוצו, מעינותיך, חוצה

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