67 matching published letters in chronological order.
A chiropractor’s concern over his son’s increased religious observance and engagement to a frum girl; affect of inner peace recognized even medically; era of physical and ideological insecurity strengthens the case for religion; Judaism’s perspective on physical health; integrating religion into modern life and the depravity caused by its absence.
The truth of Monotheism and body-soul unity even in a world of division and duality, as illustrated in the human body, creation, and medical practice; Chiropractic therapy
Prolonged silence due to a busy teaching schedule, not anxiety; request for transcripts of talks on Chassidus; Pesach is an intensified expression of a jew’s daily experience of freedom
Definition of general scientific methodology, lack of substance in Age of The Universe theories, especially the theory of Evolution; Torah version always remains scientifically sound
Regents Prayer controversy: request of changes to not-yet published article; the issue of Avodah Zarah in denominational prayers and ceremonies at Public Schools
Explanation for (inappropriate) anxiety before a planned trip to Eretz Yisrael
Citing non-Jewish sources; the need for a separation between Jew and non-Jew
The functions and goal of the Merkos Shluchim
A unified bloc of religious parties in Eretz Yisrael; a Jew must translate his intention into action; Torah study without intent eventually leads to the good
College environment is harmful for Judaism and moral values
I hope to get your late husband's article translated to English and published
Regarding a Shidduch consider the long-term future, based off inner feelings
Performing only some Mitzvos is not hypocritic especially when on the road to fulfilling all
Does reciting Tehillim associate with magical powers? The lengthy holocaust article gave some people undeserved attention
G-d visits the Jews in remote places (= King in the field); when writing about people one must delve into their lives
Something that is only attained with great effort is desirable; making complete life changes
Accept the message even if you are opposed to the author; use conducive factors to influence an audience in practical Mitzvos
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Holocausts have occurred throughout our history; How Jews have approached this question; Misusing martyrs’ sacred memory for self-justification
Every Jew truly desires to return to complete Torah-true Judaism; action must precede and enhances the understanfing of Mitzvos
Spiritual Aliya; science and religion; limitations of the human intellect; Hakhel spirit
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Dealing with overeating and apathy
Fragmentary knowledge prevents proper assessment of monumental events; The full picture is beyond the observation of human experience; Drawing realistic insight for our survival
Why get "married"? The true meaning of marriage by humans, based on the word "kiddushin"
Guidelines to properly interpreting the Torah
The key to Jewish continuity is the keeping of Torah and Mitzvot
The difference between Tefillin and Aliyah
Resolving conflict through a third party
The most essential thing is the deed
Unity in creation
The sticks in Yaakov's farming and modern genetics; Torah and science; spontaneous generation
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A disruption of one's natural element is the primary cause of psychological problems; palliative care vs. curative treatment; the use of "Zen" and other meditation forms in Judaism
"Consecrating" time to "immerse" in Torah; start with a tentative study schedule; physical health is associated with spiritual health
Why some verses in the Torah are brief and are left to be expounded by the Sages
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Advancement in Judaism; fear of holiness; request for a private audience
An objective person, like a teacher, can help advise how to cope with one's children
A physician should take interest in the patient, especially in the area of spiritual health; without Torah Jews feel uncomfortable
Before Purim is an opportune time to increase in Torah and Mitzvos
Being active and using capacities bring peace of mind; a Jew out of his element; Jewish sociology
A doctor's personal care; spiritual health has a large effect on physical health
Thanks for sharing the good news
Beis Refuah as opposed to Beis Cholim; Adar is a healthy month
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Every Jew must practice Judaism; the reason this is not evident is for freedom of choice
Matrimony is dependent on personal feelings; living in accordance with G-d’s Will helps one make correct decisions; treatment for multiple sclerosis
Special caution should be taken to ensure that Jewish Meditation should not have a smack of Avodah Zarah; a Rav that exclusively studied Torah
Is it a good time to move to Eretz Yisrael? How do I divide my time between personal and communal matters?
A doctor's warmth can heal
Kabbalah and Chassidus have been revealed in recent generations to cope with the darkness of Galus; one must fully immerse himself in Chassidus in order to comprehend it
Observant Jew as a practicing physician; hospital vs. private practice; birth control pills; the issues of family planning and abortion even for non-Jews
Offended by the idea of consulting another specialist
How can the engagement break off after receiving the Rebbe's blessing for it; settling the matter of a broken engagement
Juvenile delinquency is partly caused by the lack of Divine Authority; using persuasion to implement a Moment of Silence; children have an inborn respect for authority
How to collect an inheritance
The inherently ungraspable purpose of creation; Understanding that there is an answer that only G-d knows; Seeing the expectation to carry on as a challenge; The Rebbe’s personal loss
Regarding purported witchcraft practiced against an individual: No reason for apprehension in view of the Torah’s teachings that Hashem protects everyone; Check tefillin and Mezuzos; focus on spreading Yiddishkeit; inform Jewish Name for prayer
A doctor's personal interest in patients reflects professional behavior and is therapeutic
When one has a strong influence on a community he cannot abandon it; stepping down from public activities because of a personality clash
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Mitzvos, especially Kashrus and Tefillin, are the channels for G-d's blessings
Discuss the matter concerning your daughter with an expert attorney; a descendant of the Alter Rebbe