The Rebbe addresses questions about expanding a business partnership, resolving marital disagreements regarding children, and dealing with business competition. He encourages spiritual growth, positive influence on others, and extends blessings for a good and sweet new year.

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he Rebbe recommends consulting Rabbi David Feldman’s illustrated works on practical Jewish law. Although the drawings could be improved and expanded, they may provide useful guidance and possibly be adapted for future publications.

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The Rebbe explains that every mitzvah, whether from the Torah or Rabbinic origin, is important for every Jew. He clarifies that what appear as compromises in Torah, like Prozbul or selling chametz, are integral parts of Torah itself, not true compromises.

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The Rebbe thanks the recipients for their efforts in strengthening Chabad Youth and Nshei Chabad, especially the Oholei Yosef Yitzchak institution. He encourages further growth and shares guidance on mezuzah placement in rented homes and birthday customs.

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The Rebbe writes about the importance of carefully checking the kashrus of food when visiting others' homes and maintaining proper conduct, especially with household members. He also notes the mitzvah to be holy and requests updates on Torah study and mitzvah observance.

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The Rebbe addresses a question about doubts in emunah and depression, sharing a story from the tzt"z that concern over faith itself is proof of inner belief. He encourages focusing on positive actions and not letting depression weaken one's efforts.

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The Rebbe cites Rabbi Hillel of Paritch regarding the spiritual source of Chassidei Umos HaOlam, distinguishing them from other nations. He encourages the recipient to maintain daily study in Chumash, Tehillim, and Tanya as instituted by the Previous Rebbe.

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The Rebbe clarifies that before permitting the printing of tzt"z letters, he thoroughly considered the operation of ships at the time. He notes that even with technological advances, human intervention involving melachah de'oraisa remains necessary on Shabbos.

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The Rebbe thanks Eliezer Steinman for his book and encourages him, given his influence, to take a stronger public stance on spiritual matters affecting Jewish life in Eretz Yisrael. He emphasizes the importance of increasing light to dispel darkness and wishes him a good inscription and sealing.

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The Rebbe acknowledges the recipient's dedication to spreading Torah and addresses the financial difficulties of the kosher restaurant in Rabat. He provides a one-time donation and encourages continued efforts to teach Torah, especially to youth, emphasizing that this brings both spiritual and material blessings.

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