Rebbe Responsa

By the Grace of G-dBrooklyn, N.Y.

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Where is G-d in all the unhappiness, frustration, and suffering that exists in the world? Example from a surgical procedure, illustration from the complexity of Physics, visualization of impeccably furnished building

Day 431 - Motzei Shabbos (17 Nissan)Surgery Questions on G-d

By the Grace of G-d9th of Adar, 5739Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. Eliezer Herman

Not to do radical treatment if its unnecessary; when dealing with medical factors, one must always consult with a Rov; the Jewish people are preserved by Torah and Mitzvos.

Kabbalas Ol Surgery Eternity of the Torah

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By the Grace of G-d 5726 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

The surgery is not vital; try to make sure that there is no sterilization done or, at least, it is performed after the prostate surgery

Sterility Surgery

By the Grace of G-d 2nd of Kislev, 5724 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Will remember in prayer; Regarding corrective spine surgery, consult doctor who does not favor surgery

Surgery Scoliosis

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B.H. Erev Shovuoth, 5722Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. A. D. Sufrin

Mr. A. D. Sufrin: Moving up the date for a planned operation, a decision that should be made by a specialist; merit of communal work to receive inspiration from Shavuos

Day 427 - Sunday (11 Nissan)Surgery

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By the Grace of G-dErev Pesach, 5722Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. S. Rabinowitz-Pekkar

Mrs. S. Rabinowitz-Pekkar: Attempt at prescribed diet to avoid medical procedure to remove gallstones

Day 418 - Friday (2 Nissan)Surgery Healthy Diet

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By the Grace of G-d 5th of Nissan, 5719 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Aron Dov Sufrin

Mr. Aron Dov Sufrin: (1) Tonsil removal; Participation in building of Lubavitch House - even when financially strained; Curriculum for children with learning challenges (2) Misinterpretation of the Rebbe's letter; Making the final decision about a Shidduch

Day 232 - Monday (8 Elul)Efforts to find a Shidduch Dating

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By the Grace of G‑d Rosh [Chodesh] Kislev, 5719 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe: News of successful surgery; Arrangements for visit to the Rebbe

Traveling to the Rebbe Day 210 - Sunday (16 Menachem Av)Surgery

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By the Grace of G-d 23rd of Marcheshvan, 5719Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. . . .

Personal concern over husband’s recovery from operation; Opening new emergency Mitzvah channels for blessing

Day 208 - Friday (14 Menachem Av)Surgery

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By the Grace of G-d 5th of Tishrei, 5719 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Shlomo Travis

Mr. Shlomo Travis: Specialist discouraging surgery; Best to avoid operation but decision can be postponed; Farbrengen during Sukkos with lasting joyous impact

Kislev - an Auspicious Month Day 204 - Monday (10 Menachem Av)Sukkos

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By the Grace of G-d 14th of Shevat, 5718 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Jacob Lazarow

Blessing for recovery from operation; Support of Kfar Chabad; Influencing daughter and son in law

Day 173 - Thursday (7 Tammuz)Kfar Chabad Surgery

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By the Grace of G-dThe 1st of Adar II 5717Brooklyn, New York

Dr. William Mendelsohn

Dr. William Mendelsohn: A surgeon's task to balance an emotional bond with the patient while retaining perfect calmness; Helping patients spiritually as a part of their physical cure

Day 139 - Friday (3 Sivan)Tefillin and Health Tefillin

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