Portal:Judaism/Today in Jewish History/24 Tevet


 * In 5573 (1812 CE), Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, founder of Lubavitch, died.
 * In 5597 (1837 CE), an earthquake stuck northern Israel, killing over 2,500 Jews.
 * In 5612 (1852 CE), Mount Sinai Hospital opened.