Rebbe Responsa

By the Grace of G-d 2nd of Cheshvan, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. Malkah Freed

Mrs. Malkah Freed: I will pray for your health and for Shidduchim for your children of marriageable age

Blessings for a Shidduch Age in Shidduchim Day 257 - Sunday (6 Tishrei)

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By the Grace of G-d 13th of Cheshvan, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Elia Hirsh Einbinder

Mr. Elia Hirsh Einbinder: Good news of expecting a child; "385 Fund" contribution

Day 131 - Thursday (24 Iyar)Keren HaShana Pregnancy

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By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Kislev, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Participants in the Annual Celebrationof the Lubavitcher Yeshiva "Achei Temimim"

Annual Celebration of Achei Temimim of Boston: The turning point in Jewish Life which occured on 19 Kislev, embodied in the ideals of the Lubavitcher Yeshiva; Opportunity to support and grow the Yeshiva

Day 131 - Thursday (24 Iyar)19 Kislev Achei Temimim - Boston

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By the Grace of G-d 14th of Kislev, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Students of the Talmud Torahof Congregation Adas Jeshurun

Students of Adas Jeshurun Talmud Torah: Diligent study brings blessing; Contribution to needy in the Holy Land; Spiritual Tzedaka

Day 131 - Thursday (24 Iyar)Spiritual Charity Jewish Children

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ב"ה By the Grace of G-d 14th of Kislev, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. S. Kaplan

Mrs. S. Kaplan: Discouraging immigration; Immigrants to the U.S. face difficulties regardless of their qualifications and abilities; I open the mail myself

Day 132 - Friday (25 Iyar)The Rebbe's Correspondence America

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By the Grace of G-d14th of Kislev, 5717Brooklyn, New York

Recipient not listed

Learning from the Alter Rebbe to fuse "The Three Loves"; Scientific and technical progress cannot generate basic love of humanity; A humane society depends on faith in G-d; The special role of Jewish women

The Three Loves Role of Jewish Women Day 132 - Friday (25 Iyar)

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By the Grace of G-d 14th of Kislev, 5717 Brooklyn, Ν.Υ.

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Passing Semicha exam despite anxiety should strengthen your faith; persuading an ill friend to visit the doctor

Day 134 - Sunday (27 Iyar)Refusing Treatment Anxiety

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By the Grace of G‑d 18th of Kislev, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe: Wishes for the Chassidic New Year; Blessing for peace of mind to focus on spiritual influence at home and in community

Day 134 - Sunday (27 Iyar)19 Kislev

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By the Grace of G-d 5th Light of Chanukah 5717, Brooklyn, N.Y

Recipient not listed

The purpose and vital importance of Chassidic gatherings on Shabbos, and specifically Shabbos Mevarchim

Day 134 - Sunday (27 Iyar)Shabbos Chassidic Gathering

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By the Grace of G־d 7th of Teveth, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in theAnnual Dinner Celebration of theUnited Lubavitcher YeshivothTomche Tmimim in America,G-d bless you all

Annual Dinner for ULY: Preservation of Jewish Identity and spiritual independence is the secret of our survival; Vital importance of Lubavitcher Yeshiva and duty to further its growth

Day 135 - Monday (28 Iyar)Parshas Shemos United Lubavitcher Yeshivah

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By the Grace of G‑d 13th of Teveth, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe: Blessing drawn down by 19 Kislev gathering; What's important in the construction of women's Mikvah; The meaning of "a truly Orthodox community"; Business transaction in India.

Day 135 - Monday (28 Iyar)Chassidic Gathering Building a Mikvah

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By the Grace of G‑d 20th of Teveth, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Aron Dov Sufrin

Mr. Aron Dov Sufrin: How to react to setbacks or slow progression – Progress comes in stages like the conquest of the Holy Land; G-d watches over each individual assisting his advancement; avoid discouragement; financial assistance

Day 136 - Tuesday (29 Iyar)Spiritual Growth

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By the Grace of G‑d 26th of Teveth, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. Malkah Sarah Kuperman

Mrs. Malkah Sarah Kuperman: Progress of newly established young women's study group; Initial success should spur both quantitative and qualitative growth

Day 136 - Tuesday (29 Iyar)Neshei Chabad Study Group

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By the Grace of G‑d 26th of Teveth, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr.

Disregard words said in the heat of a discussion; Maintaining peaceful business partnerships; look to enlarge, not reduce business; choosing the right option for growth

Day 136 - Tuesday (29 Iyar)Business Expansion Conflict

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Excerpt of a Shemos Message: Lesson from Shemos for our day: How we remain strong and prosper even while dispersed in adverse surroundings

Nuclear Day 137 - Wednesday (1 Sivan)Jewish Survival

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By the Grace of G-d 29th of Shevat, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Message to bar mitzvah boy – Ensuring that G-d finds a place in your heart to make his sanctuary; why you should attend Yeshivah instead of high school

Day 137 - Wednesday (1 Sivan)Sanctuary Within Bar Mitzvah

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By the Grace of G-d 16th of Adar, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Irving Block

Mr. Irving Block: Progress with philosophy dissertation; Utilizing friendships at Harvard in a spiritual and religious healthy way; Request to support a Jewish student from the bronx

Academic Paper Day 137 - Wednesday (1 Sivan)Degree

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By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Nisan, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Necessity of Yeshiva High School and the mistaken notion that Day School will suffice; Advice for woman anxious due to evil eye; Literature detailing Chabad's activities; Shmurah Matzah campaign

Day 142 - Monday (6 Sivan)Mivtza Matza Private Audience

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By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Nissan, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Harold R. ShapiroAsst. District Attorney

Mr. Harold R. Shapiro: Morality and social justice are dependent on faith; Judaism can't be confined to ethical commandments and must include religious precepts; The work of the Attorney General's office to prevent crime, especially through religious education

Day 143 - Tuesday (7 Sivan)Gematria Orthodoxy

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By the Grace of G-d 8th of Nison, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

The Children of the Eight and Ninth Gradesof the Yeshivah Achei Tmimimc/o Rabbi Chaim Ciment

Children's passover charity donation; G-d's reciprocal blessings of freedom from distractions to your studies

Day 143 - Tuesday (7 Sivan)Maos Chittim

By the Grace of G-d 11th of Nissan, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Michtav Klali: Bringing the lost son back to the Seder Table; The story of Pesach teaches us the mistake of today's suicidal attempts, personal and communal, of dissolving Yiddishkeit in order to survive.

Pesach Michtovim Klolli'im Day 144 - Wednesday (8 Sivan)Reform Judaism

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By the Grace of G‑d 2nd of Iyar, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr.

Success of seasonal business; It is advisable to add a side line of work

Day 145 - Thursday (9 Sivan)Side Job Business Expansion

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By the Grace of G-d 2nd of Iyar, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Aaron Dov Sufrin

Mr. Aaron Dov Sufrin: Confirm halachic conversion status of 12 year old girl as soon as possible; Decisions must be made by local rabbi; Name used for converts when submitting pidyon

Day 145 - Thursday (9 Sivan)Adoption Conversion

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By the Grace of G-d 12th of Iyar, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Miss Basya Posner

Miss Basya Posner: Correspondence with Shiddduch prospect is only effective together with meeting in person; Educational activities beyond teaching in school

Day 145 - Thursday (9 Sivan)Mesibos Shabbos Dating

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By the Grace of G-d 12th of Iyar, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

It is inconsistent and illogical for an Orthodox Jew to attend a conservative temple; Arranging personal meeting; Grandma's negative thoughts; Gathering children on Lag B'omer- especially on Sunday

Day 146 - Friday (10 Sivan)Conservative Judaism Lag B'Omer Outings

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By the Grace of G-d 12th of Iyar, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Yitzchok Leib Block

Mr. Yitzchok Leib Block: Obtaining further deferment with change of residence; Keep in touch with Harvard until formal approval of dissertation; Inadequate set times for Torah Study

Day 146 - Friday (10 Sivan)Exam Set Times for Torah Study

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By the Grace of G-d15th of Iyar, 5717Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Max Zakon

Mr. Max Zakon: Prioritizing the important qualities of a candidate for Rabbi, other functions expected from today's American rabbi are secondary

Day 203 - Sunday (9 Menachem Av)

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By the Grace of G-d 24th of Iyar, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Promise to young boy to remember in prayer; In connection with birthday as well

Day 146 - Friday (10 Sivan)Chitas Birthday

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By the Grace of G-d Motzoei Shabbos Parshas Bamidbor, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Annual Convention of theAgudos N’shei uBnois Chabad

Annual N'shei Chabad Convention: Emulating our ancestors who spirituality flourished even in a desert; Especially Jewish Women; Particularly in the area of education

Day 148 - Sunday (12 Sivan)Jewish Women Desert

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By the Grace of G-d 29th of Iyar, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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The absolute prohibition to travel on an Israeli ship over Shabbos; Desecration of the Holy Land; The Rebbe's engineering expertise; Set times for study

Jewish Owned Ships Day 149 - Monday (13 Sivan)The Rebbe's Early Years

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By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Sivan, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Abraham Joseh Gellis

Mr. Abraham Joseh Gellis: Advice for settling down after making Aliya; Holy Land deserves holy pursuits, even while also occupied with employment

Eretz Yisrael Day 149 - Monday (13 Sivan)Aliyah

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By the Grace of G‑d 12th of Sivan, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe: Tzedaka pledge was returned manifold; Concerns about future of Business; G-d provides, as a groom does for a bride

Day 149 - Monday (13 Sivan)Shavuos Lesson Tzedakah Brings Riches

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By the Grace of G-d19th of Sivan, 5717Brooklyn, N.Y.

Rabbi...

Cohen marrying divorcee; Prohibited marriage cannot possibly be a happy one; The humanitarian basis to give up the idea.

Day 150 - Tuesday (14 Sivan)Prohibited Marriages

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By the Grace of G-d 19th of Sivan, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. David Weintraub, M. D.

Dr. David Weintraub: Avoiding internal examination during pregnancy; Blessing for work of obstetrician

Day 150 - Tuesday (14 Sivan)Pregnancy

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By the Grace of G-d 21st of Sivan, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Bar Mitzvah boy realizing his responsibility; Bring resolution into action

Day 150 - Tuesday (14 Sivan)Resolution Bar Mitzvah

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By the Grace of G‑d 27th of Sivan, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. Rachel Altein

Mrs. Rachel Altein: Hashem rewards your dedication to the campers as Camp Mother; Upkeep of N'shei Chabad in your absence

Day 151 - Wednesday (15 Sivan)Working in Camp Neshei Chabad

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By the Grace of G-d 28th of Sivan, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Explaining the absence of prophets in modern times; The need for a mezuzah in addition to recitation of Shema; Does the Rebbe speak every language; Even during summer break, a Jew must continue daily Torah study and mitzvah observance; influencing friends to do the same.

Day 151 - Wednesday (15 Sivan)Beis HaMikdash Shema

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By the Grace of G-d2nd of Tammuz, 5717Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Kramer

Mr. and Mrs. Kramer: Birth of twins; The covenant of Bris at 8 days old - yet after one Shabbos - indicates a bond with G-d that transcends reason and emotion

Day 151 - Wednesday (15 Sivan)Childbirth Circumcision

By the Grace of G-d11th of Tammuz, 5717Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Benjamin Saacks

Mr. & Mrs. Benjamin Saacks: Report of real Jewish marriage which inspired the attendees; Keep in contact with Lubavitch friends; If you want to do something for the Rebbe, serve as a living example of a proud and happy Jewish couple unfazed by difficulties

Day 257 - Sunday (6 Tishrei)Wedding Celebration 12 Tammuz Observance

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By the Grace of G‑d 29th of Tammuz, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Rachael Altein

Mrs. Rachel Altein: Compliments on work as Camp Mother after visit to camp; Care of children - "little sanctuaries" - hastens rebuilding of Beis Hamikdash

Jewish Children Mikdash Me'at Day 152 - Thursday (16 Sivan)

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By the Grace of G-d 29th of Tammuz, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Sarah L. Simon

Mrs. Sarah L. Simon: A Torah true education outweighs the gains and pitfalls of a secular education

Day 152 - Thursday (16 Sivan)Secular Studies Importance of Jewish Education

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By the Grace of G-d29th of Tammuz, 5717Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Abraham Feiglin

Mr. Abraham Feiglin: The school supporting a Jewish sports organization that desecrates Shabbos will cause irreparable damage to the students; the dangers of concession particularly nowadays

Day 153 - Friday (17 Sivan)Compromise in Education Importance of Jewish Education

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By the Grace of G-d 11th of Menachem Av, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Harry X. Rajak J.P.

Harry X. Rajak J.P.: Allowing the ever-present Jewish heritage to assert itself in the daily life; Our duty following the Holocaust

Day 153 - Friday (17 Sivan)Ancestry Heredity

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By the Grace of G-d 11th of Menachem Av, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. ...

Please inform when there is good news; Parent's strengthened mitzvah observance as a vessel for blessings

Commandments Bring Blessings Day 155 - Sunday (19 Sivan)

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By the Grace of G‑d 15th of Menachem Av 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe: The auspicious period that begins on 15 Av; Getting over unsuccessful business attempt; Efforts in Yiddishkeit bring blessings

Commandments Bring Blessings Day 155 - Sunday (19 Sivan)15 Av

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By the Grace of G-d 15th of Menachem Av, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Shmuel Lew c/o Camp Gan Israel

Mr. Shmuel Lew: Work in Camp Gan Israel; Bar Mitzvah of younger brother

Day 155 - Sunday (19 Sivan)Working in Camp Gan Yisrael

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By the Grace of G-d 15th of Menachem Av, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Master Elazar Zeev Lew

Master Elazar Zeev Lew: Realizing the significance of Bar Mitzvah; Accepting new responsibilities with joy

Day 156 - Monday (20 Sivan)Bar Mitzvah

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By the Grace of G-d 15th of Menachem Av, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y

Mr. E. H. Einbinder

Mr. E. H. Einbinder: Donation to discretionary fund; Success in business should lead to increase in Tzedaka

Day 156 - Monday (20 Sivan)15 Av Discretionary Tzedakah

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By the Grace of G-d 8th of Elul, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. David Feiglin

Mr. David Feiglin: Corresponding in English; How much can be accomplished even in adverse situation; Locals helping seasoned Chassidim; Carrying on your late father's work

Day 156 - Monday (20 Sivan)Remote Areas Eternity of the Soul

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By the Grace of G-d8th of Elul, 5717Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. ...

Finding a suitable Yeshiva and obtaining father’s support; Making a living even after full time Torah study

Day 157 - Tuesday (21 Sivan)Commandments Brings Parnassa Choosing a School

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By the Grace of G-d 21st of Elul, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Mordechai Zevi Sufrin

Mr. Mordechai Zevi Sufrin: Staying in Yeshiva and not leaving to work; Adolescence is the best time for serious learning

Day 157 - Tuesday (21 Sivan)Adolescence Choosing a Career

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By the Grace of G‑d 27th of Elul, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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A good beginning of married life; Commitment of "promise" to mitzvah observance vs commitment to "try"; Observance with simple faith is most easy and joyful

Day 157 - Tuesday (21 Sivan)Serve G-d with Joy Resolution

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By the Grace of G‑d In the Days of Selichoth 5717. Brooklyn, N.Y.

To my Brethren EverywhereG‑d bless you all,

Michtov Kloli: Our survival can only be through Torah and mitzvahs, Analogy of body's dependency on each organ's unique function

Day 158 - Wednesday (22 Sivan)Compromising Observance Jewish History

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By the Grace of G-dIn the Days of Slichoth 5717, Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Herbert Katski

New year wishes

JDC

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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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By the grace of G-d 4th of Adar 1, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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“Tefillin fund" providing pairs to those in need; “Segulah” of Tefillin; Daily study of Chassidus especially on Shabbos; Self-improvement is key when influencing others

Day 138 - Thursday (2 Sivan)Studying Chassidus Distributing/Gifting Tefillin

By the Grace of G‑d 7th of Adar II, 5717 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Practical advice for dealing with sadness; Encouragement to be a pioneer and grow a beard; The blessings it will bring

Day 139 - Friday (3 Sivan)Depression Wearing A Beard

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By the Grace of G-d12th of Adar II, 5717Brooklyn, N.Y

Mrs. ...c/o Rabbi GoodmanYeshivah Achei Tmemim Lubavitch

Proper way of celebrating child's birthday; Rejecting foreign customs masquerading as Jewish; True Jewish upbringing ensures child's material and spiritual happiness

Day 141 - Sunday (5 Sivan)

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By the Grace of G-d23rd of Adar 1, 5717Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Joel Saibel

Mr. Joel Saibel: The Halachic issue and logical fault of the Reform and Conservative approach to Judaism; The inadvisability to serve in a clergy role, on a moral and personal level.

Day 138 - Thursday (2 Sivan)Eternity of the Torah Reform Judaism

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By the Grace of G‑d 25 Adar II, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

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Complete faith that Hashem will improve Parnassah; Daily tzedaka will help your confidence

Day 141 - Sunday (5 Sivan)Faith Brings Parnassah Tzedakah Brings Riches

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By the Grace of G-d25 Adar II, 5717Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs.

Dealing with dissatisfaction over doctor's seeming lack of involvement in son's health

Day 141 - Sunday (5 Sivan)Doctor's Orders

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By the Grace of G-d28th of Adar II, 5717 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Rabbi

Difficulties in job of Chinuch; This work is your channel to receive blessings, continue and expand; Inspiring students on Purim

The Purim Campaign Day 142 - Monday (6 Sivan)Hardships on Shlichus

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5717

Mrs. Malkah Freed

Mr. Elia Hirsh Einbinder

To the Participants in the Annual Celebrationof the Lubavitcher Yeshiva "Achei Temimim"

Students of the Talmud Torahof Congregation Adas Jeshurun

Mrs. S. Kaplan

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Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

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To All Participants in theAnnual Dinner Celebration of theUnited Lubavitcher YeshivothTomche Tmimim in America,G-d bless you all

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Mr. Aron Dov Sufrin

Mrs. Malkah Sarah Kuperman

Mr.

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Mr. Irving Block

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Mr. Harold R. ShapiroAsst. District Attorney

The Children of the Eight and Ninth Gradesof the Yeshivah Achei Tmimimc/o Rabbi Chaim Ciment

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Mr.

Mr. Aaron Dov Sufrin

Miss Basya Posner

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Mr. Yitzchok Leib Block

Mr. Max Zakon

Recipient not listed

To the Annual Convention of theAgudos N’shei uBnois Chabad

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Mr. Abraham Joseh Gellis

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Rabbi...

Dr. David Weintraub, M. D.

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Mrs. Rachel Altein

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Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Kramer

Mr. &amp; Mrs. Benjamin Saacks

Mrs. Rachael Altein

Mrs. Sarah L. Simon

Mr. Abraham Feiglin

Harry X. Rajak J.P.

Mrs. ...

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe

Mr. Shmuel Lew c/o Camp Gan Israel

Master Elazar Zeev Lew

Mr. E. H. Einbinder

Mr. David Feiglin

Mr. ...

Mr. Mordechai Zevi Sufrin

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To my Brethren EverywhereG‑d bless you all,

Mr. Herbert Katski

Dr. William Mendelsohn

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Mrs. ...c/o Rabbi GoodmanYeshivah Achei Tmemim Lubavitch

Mr. Joel Saibel

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Mrs.

Rabbi

Mr. & Mrs. Benjamin Saacks