The Rebbe’s advice - Rabbi Chaim Wolosow

The Rebbe reassures the recipient about their health, advising them to follow medical guidance without worry. He emphasizes strengthening daily study of Chumash with Rashi, Tehillim, and Tanya, along with reviewing the Previous Rebbe’s maamarim or sichos before sleep. He mentions praying for them at the Ohel and awaits good news.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/teves/856

The Rebbe urges continuing and expanding Chassidus teachings, especially for youth, as the primary focus over fundraising. He emphasizes that the key to rectifying Chattas Neurim is drawing young people closer to Yiddishkeit through Torah study, prayer, and mitzvos.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/teves/854

The Rebbe advises sincere regret and commitment to improvement, recommending study of Torah, Tehillim, and Zohar, carefulness in Kaddish, and inspiring Jewish children. He requests updates on progress and yeshiva studies.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/teves/853

The Rebbe urges increased commitment before the Previous Rebbe’s yahrzeit, suggesting Mishnayos study, daily Tehillim, tzedakah, and memorizing Basi L’Gani. He emphasizes strengthening hiskashrus* and looks forward to positive reports.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/teves/852

The Rebbe marks the end of the 11-month Kaddish for the Previous Rebbe, noting it signals a new stage of spiritual elevation. He urges Chassidim to strengthen their connection by reflecting on their progress and deepening their commitment to his directives.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/teves/851

The Rebbe acknowledges the letter, explaining delays due to publishing efforts. He read the pidyon nefesh of the yeshiva at the Ohel on Yud-Tes Kislev and supports learning the Previous Rebbe’s teachings but refrains from setting a fixed schedule. He blesses the recipient on his granddaughter’s birth and requests a copy of a past letter.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/teves/850

The Rebbe acknowledges the recipient’s letters and apologizes for the delayed response, having already spoken by phone. He reassures them of the Previous Rebbe’s blessings and encourages trust in divine provision. Enclosed is a delayed Kuntras for Chanukah, with messages relevant year-round. The Rebbe awaits good news.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/teves/849

The Rebbe advises that securing a Rosh Yeshiva position in the U.S. is difficult without prior arrangements. He suggests considering work as a shochet, which is more feasible but may require living outside major cities. He encourages seeking necessary paperwork and blesses him with success and good health.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/teves/848

The Rebbe blesses the recipient’s son on his Bar Mitzvah and appreciates updates on elections and Chassidus. He encourages continued farbrengens and efforts to spread Chassidus. Concerned about a halted stipend affecting a class, he urges a solution and requests details on new study groups to assist accordingly.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/teves/847

The Rebbe acknowledges the recipient’s health concerns, mentioning their name at the Ohel for blessings of healing and longevity. He emphasizes that while medicine operates naturally, ultimate healing comes from Hashem. The Rebbe blesses them with good health and nachas from their children and grandchildren.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/teves/846