The Rebbe encourages the writer to see his current placement as a mission to spread Judaism and Chassidus. He emphasizes the value of every effort, the importance of kabbalat ol, and learning lessons from one’s surroundings, especially when they emphasize discipline and devotion.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/012/5623

The Rebbe encourages channeling grief over a sibling's passing into positive, active involvement in helping Jewish children, which benefits the soul of the departed. He emphasizes faith in the eternal soul and recommends checking mezuzot and tefillin.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/012/5622

The Rebbe acknowledges receipt of the letter and expresses hope for the writer’s recovery, linking the concept of the foot to emunah. He offers blessings for revealed love and comfort, drawing on teachings from Chassidus and the meaning of the days connected to the passing of Aharon HaKohen.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/012/5621

A note clarifying and defending the Rambam’s view, addressing apparent contradictions between Tosefta and other sources, with reference to various commentaries.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/011/5620

R’ Chaim Vital notes that before Rabban Yochanan ben Zakkai, Rosh Hashanah in Eretz Yisrael was observed for one day. Tosafot suggest this was the case even in Ezra’s time, though the Rebbe explains it was an exception. While some propose observing only one day today, halacha does not support this view.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/011/5619

The Rebbe clarifies that his intent is not limited to Chassidic synagogues but that all Jewish congregations, without exception, should learn Pnimiyus HaTorah. He supports this with clear sources, including the Rambam and Shulchan Aruch, emphasizing the ultimate goal of universal divine knowledge.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/011/5618

The Rebbe encourages the Tel Aviv N’shei Chabad to strengthen their efforts, especially after the Previous Rebbe’s day of redemption. Even during the Three Weeks, one must focus on positive action and spreading Torah to hasten the final redemption.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/011/5617

The Rebbe thanks Professor A. I. Hakohen for sending the catalog of Hebrew manuscripts from Russia and requests the second volume when ready. He briefly comments on three entries: the variant readings in manuscript 38 from Yoma; the rare content in manuscript 95 labeled “Derush HaMelachim,” possibly confusing kings of Israel with the Kabbalistic

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/011/5616

The Rebbe permits extending the yeshiva break for camp if it includes learning, supports taking steps against those who can pay tuition but don’t, and advises that any tuition increase be decided locally with the spiritual committee.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/011/5615

The Rebbe urges the writer not to seek a new position, but to strengthen his trust in Hashem and stay in his current role. Feelings of discouragement stem from the yetzer hara and should be countered through learning Chassidus, joyful farbrengens, and serving Hashem with true happiness.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/sivan/1042