The Rebbe’s advice - Rabbi Chaim Wolosow

The Rebbe greets the first U.S. Tomchei Tmimim gathering, stressing mitzvos bring Hashem’s presence below and that unity in Torah, avodah, and chesed draws great blessing. He blesses that the decisions increase Torah, mitzvos, and spreading Chassidus.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5706

The Rebbe advises firmly to continue learning in yeshiva, noting true happiness lies not in wealth but in health, inner fulfillment, and meaningful life. Since Hashem provides sustenance, he should not be swayed by the yetzer hara, but pursue Torah study with diligence in Nigleh and Chassidus.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5705

The Rebbe answers why believers are few—quality outweighs quantity; explains a rasha per Tanya is situational and rectifiable; faith is defined in “Ani Maamin”; and the world’s design proves a Creator just as a book proves an author. He urges leaving endless questions and instead learning Torah with diligence, which brings true life and blessing.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5704

The Rebbe stresses writing all details fully, as Torah demands clarity in halacha without concern of “touching” anyone. On loans for a new home, he notes Torah teaches building may cause temporary strain, yet true wholeness comes through having a home. He blesses that their home be complete materially and spiritually.

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The Rebbe advises praying from a siddur with purity to avoid distracting thoughts, and strengthening diligence by reflecting on meanings of prayer and Tanya’s teaching that Hashem observes him. For questions on customs, he should turn to local rabbanim, while his main focus must remain steady learning in Nigleh and Chassidus.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5702

The Rebbe encourages dismissing baseless worries, noting they have no reality and pass quicker when ignored. In these days of Hashem ori v’yishi, one should strengthen trust that Hashem controls everything, leaving no room for fear. He adds that shalom bayis is among the highest forms of peace and hopes it is strong in their home.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5701

The Rebbe urges continued growth in Torah and mitzvos, joint consultation in activities, beginning Rabbeinu Tam’s tefillin with preparation, and blesses for success in the new year.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5709

The Rebbe urges practical efforts to save a girl who converted, not blaming witchcraft. Parents should strengthen taharat hamishpacha and influence others, which brings Hashem’s blessing for success.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5710

The Rebbe advises arranging exchange of unused rare sefarim abroad for Kehot publications, noting it benefits both sides and is akin to pidyon shevuyim. Concludes with blessings for livelihood and a good year.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5711

The Rebbe is pleased with his decision to spread Chassidus but laments the delay, stressing that every extra moment in exile is painful and only the spreading of the wellsprings hastens the Geulah.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/av/1157