The Rebbe explains that true connection between Jews is a bond of their souls strengthened through Torah, mitzvos, and Chassidus. Increasing in these areas brings spiritual and material blessing, especially for one serving in holy work, supported by the daily shiurim of Chumash, Tehillim, and Tanya.

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The Rebbe advises not to rely on name calculations or similar sources in shidduchim, stressing “Tamim tihyeh.” The focus should be Torah values and yiras Shamayim. If the match is strong spiritually and personally, it should proceed with blessing and confidence.

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The Rebbe warmly welcomes him and his wife upon their arrival in Eretz HaKodesh and connects it to 19 Kislev. He offers blessings for revealed good, spiritual strength, and continued inspiration to uplift Chassidim and Yidishkeit. He highlights the enduring strength drawn from Pnimiyus HaTorah, which sustained Yidishkeit through oppression.

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The Rebbe expresses joy that 19 Kislev Farbrengens are drawing students from other yeshivos and community members, spreading the light of Chassidus outward with increasing strength. He stresses this as a core mission of Tomchei Temimim, achieved through dedication and effort.

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The Rebbe praises the successful establishment and growth of the Talmud Torah in both quantity and quality, blessing continued success. He stresses including children from non-observant homes, noting that educating them often inspires their families toward Torah and mitzvot.

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The Rebbe acknowledges receiving the letters and expresses wishes for a full and speedy recovery, noting the writer’s role in bringing others closer to Torah and mitzvot. He also mentions the publication of the Alter Rebbe’s maamarim as encouragement to continue spreading Yidishkeit and Chassidus.

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The Rebbe blesses the establishment of a holy educational institution, linking it to the legacy of the Rebbeim and the mission of spreading Chassidus outward. He urges securing its name and charter to ensure stability, growth, and lasting spiritual impact.

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The passage links brit milah, Shabbos, and Parshas HaMan, explaining that milah stands above Shabbos and reveals deeper unity between “minor” and “greater” Malchus. Through milah, holiness is drawn down, affirming its beauty and spiritual centrality.

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The Rebbe acknowledges success in spreading Chassidus but expresses pain that participation has not grown. He stresses that true dissemination requires both quality and numbers, especially in the era before Mashiach, and blesses the efforts with added success.

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The Rebbe teaches that perseverance in Torah and facing mockery begin with Shiviti Hashem l’negdi tamid. He advises memorizing Tanya ch. 41, keeping daily Chitas, and influencing others through personal example and yirat Shamayim.

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