Rebbe Responsa

Mrs. Ruth Benjamin: Joy is the keynote of Sukkos; During the High Holiday season the soul feels a strong nearness to G-d; This feeling finds expression in the joy of Sukkos; The advantage of performing Mitzvos with joy

Simchas Torah Sukkos

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By the Grace of G-d 6th of Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Derec

The length of the days of creation

Parshas Bereishis Age of the Universe

By the Grace of G-d 6th of Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Shneur Zalman Jaffe

Unpacking the baggage of Tishrei

Parshas Bereishis VeYaakov Halach LeDarko

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By the Grace of G‑d Erev Shabbos-kodesh Sedrah: Lech-lecho, 7 Marcheshvan, 5741 Year of Hakhel Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Sons and Daughters of Our People Israel, Everywhere, G‑d bless you all,

Michtav Klali: Make every day a holiday; every Jew should unite (Hakhel) in studying the weekly Parsha and giving Tzedaka daily

V'zos HaBeracha Temple Pilgrimage Hakhel

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By the Grace of G-d 10th of Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

How to keep the joy of Tishrei throughout the whole year even in an adverse environment; moving out of Eretz Yisrael

Positive Outlook Happiness Moving

By the Grace of G‑d 13 Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Importance of using Hebrew names, because they have a meaning and a message

Hebrew Name

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By the Grace of G-d 13th of Marcheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Chabad Lubavitch Concert

Hakhel - uniting Jews with something they all can relate to; songs can reach the core of the heart regardless of intellectual level

Hakhel Nigun Concert

By the Grace of G-d 21st of Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

The Hon. Consulate General

On becoming a Consulate General

Consul General South Africa Know Him in All Your Ways

By the Grace of G-d 21st Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

The ill-conceived policy that Eretz Yisrael needs to be negotiated with the nations of the world; the Chabad property in Chevron; Camp David and a settlement in Kiryat Arba

The United Nations Israeli Settlement Chevron

By the Grace of G-d 25th of Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. M. Makarenko

Only competent individuals can advise on sensitive matters in the U.S.S.R.

Soviet Union

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By the Grace of G-d 25th of Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. . . .

In the Holy Land, one must be on a higher level; expanding the work of "Freinds of Lubavitch"

Eretz Yisrael

By the Grace of G-d 25th of Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

There is no room for despair in Judaism

Despair

By the Grace of G-d 25th of Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Rabbi Yitzchok Trainin Federation of Jewish Philanthropies

Endorsement for the UJA fundraising campaign; the need of allocating a higher percentage for educational purposes

Support for Educational Institutions UJA

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By the Grace of G-d25th of Cheshvan, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Nechama Schaver

The meaning of “good order” for a Jew is when the spiritual rules over the material, especially in the Holy Land; continued expansion of Chabad educational activities

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ב"ה, ד' כסלו תשמ״א ברוקלין

הוו"ח אי"א נו"נ עוסק בצ"צכו' מו"ה שניאור זלמן שי'

Mr. Zalmon Jaffe: 770, especially on Sukkos, brings warmth to all present; The cool-headed nature of Englishmen; Lubavitch is breaking the ice-age

Sukkos Traveling to the Rebbe

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By the Grace of G‑d 9th of Kislev, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. R. Wilkes, DSW Chairman, Brooklyn Region 11 Council for The Retarded c/o Coney Island Hospital

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By the Grace of G‑d 9 Kislev, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Major Conference for the Jewish Community On Issues and Needs of Jewish Retarded

"Special" needs are indeed special; the therapeutic effect of tangible Mitzvos for the elderly and persons with special needs

Psychotherapy Lulav and Esrog Aging

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By the Grace of G-d 9th of Kislev, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Reuven Dovid Kimball

May 19 Kislev and Chanukah bring redemption and light

Kislev - an Auspicious Month

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By the Grace of G-d 9th of Kislev, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . . . P.H.D.

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

Psychotherapy Health Psychology

By the Grace of G-d 9th of Kislev, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . . .

"Consecrating" time to "immerse" in Torah; start with a tentative study schedule; physical health is associated with spiritual health

Doctor Sanctifying the Mundane Baal Teshuvah

By the Grace of G-d 15th of Kislev, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . . .

Why some verses in the Torah are brief and are left to be expounded by the Sages

Authenticity of the Oral Law Doctor Religion and Health

By the Grace of G-d23rd of Kislev, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Reisl Gordon

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By the Grace of G‑d On the eve of Chanukah, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To all Participants in the Public Lighting of the Chanukah Menorah in the U.S.A.

Public Menorah Lightings: The Chanukah lights are a symbol of the triumph of freedom over oppression, spirit over matter, and light over darkness

Chanukah Lesson America Public Menorah Lightings

By the Grace of G-d3rd Light of Chanukah, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Pinchus Meir Kalms (Mr. P. Kleeman)

Mr. Pinchus Meir Kalms: All discussion regarding land concessions and security must be viewed in light of the principle of Pikuach Nefesh and consideration of accurate intelligence; the fallacy in other opinions on the topic

Israeli Settlement Land for Peace Israeli–Arab conflict

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By the Grace of G-d Kislev, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

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The message of the Chanukah lights

Chanuka - Light Up the Darkness Chanukah Lesson Chanukah - Steady Increase

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By the Grace of G-d4th of Teves, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. D. S. Brockman

Decide closer up, with the help of friends; in general try staying in one area

Checking Tefillin Business Advice Commandments Brings Parnassa

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By the Grace of G-d 8th of Teves, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Yaakov Lemon

Learning in Kolel and influencing others to do the same; printing Torah thoughts

Kollel

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By the Grace of G-d 8th of Teves, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Yehoshua Pinchas haKohen& Chashe Chiena Peerce

Singing by the public Menorah lighting at the Capital; concert for the benefit of FREE

Singer Concert Public Menorah Lightings

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By the Grace of G-d11th of Teves, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

R. F.

The Chanuka message to incarcerated Jews; a response to a Jew struggling with her identity

Nature of a Jew Jewish Pride Hellenism

By the Grace of G-dErev Shabbos-Kodesh p. Vayechi,12 Teves, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

To All Participants in the Annual Dinner for the Central Yeshiva Tomchei-Tmimim Lubavitch G-d bless you all

If, from the start of the siege, the proper care was taken the Churban could have been avoided; education from the earliest age is the solution

Importance of Jewish Education Asarah B'Teves

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By the Grace of G־d 14th of Teves, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Miss . . .

Education in Australia is a higher priority than moving to Eretz Yisrael; one cannot handle two important priorities; education in the Diaspora strengthens the security of Eretz Yisrael

Refugee Security of Eretz Yisrael Teacher

By the Grace of G-d 17th of Teves, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

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Effective ways of spreading Judaism; topic of a Farbrengen; translation of the Alter Rebbe's Shulchan Aruch

Lecture Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Importance of Spreading Judaism

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By the Grace of G-d18th of Teves, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. . . .

Torah and Mitzvos are for the benefit of man; not observing Torah leads to automatic consequences; to avoid constant friction, the parties must agree beforehand on how they will conduct themselves in married life

Remarriage Nature of a Jew Questions on G-d

By the Grace of G-d 25th of Teves, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. Robert Wilkes

What is the purpose of special needs individuals?

Purpose Special Needs

By the Grace of G-d Third Day, Parshas Bo,1 Rosh Chodesh2 Shevat,3 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Sons and Daughters of our People Israel, Everywhere, G-d bless you all!

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Parshas Bo

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By the Grace of G-d 6th of Shevat, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Sir Yitzchok Isaac Wolfson, Bt.

A loss for one Jew is a loss for all Jews; resurrection is assured; only the physical body has departed not the soul

Resurrection Eternity of the Soul Condolences

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By the Grace of G-d13th of Shevat, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Pinchas Meir Kalms

Mr. Pinchas Meir Kalms: Reiteration of my opinion regarding land concessions;

Demonstration Terrorism Western Wall

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By the Grace of G-d14th of Shevat, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

The Honorable R. Boschwitz, U.S.S.

Senator R. Boschwitz: Congratulations on Senate Sub-Committee appointment overseeing Near East affairs; shared vital interests of Israel and the U.S. as the region's only stable democracy*

Minnesota Officials America Security of Eretz Yisrael

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By the Grace of G-d14th of Shevat, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Hon. Joseph Shestack

Farbrengen: A sublime assembly of the energetic and inspired; "Pidyon Shevuyim" of the manuscripts and books

Library of Agudas Chasidei Chabad Chassidic Gathering

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By the Grace of G-d Erev Shabbos Mevorchim Chodesh Adar I, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Banquet of Chabad Lubavitch Of The Valley

Education is the way to fight the enemy; Hakhel - spreading this message to all

Hakhel Importance of Jewish Education Purim Katan

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By the Grace of G-d Erev Shabbos Mevorchim Chodesh Adar I, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the 19h Annual Mid-Winter Convention of N'shei uBnos Chabad

The only way to preserve Yiddishkeit is through Torah-true education from the very young and onward

Purim Katan

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By the Grace of G-d 28 Shevat, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. . . .

Being in the care of a specialist and following their instructions

Parshas Mishpatim Self-Care Doctor

ccBy the Grace of G-d28th of Shevat, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. . . .

Family is one body, strengthening Kashrus will bring health to another family member

Kashrus Improves Health

By the Grace of G-dAfter Shabbos Shira, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. . . .

We can learn from the past the essential role of Jewish women in our present time

Devorah Miriam Role of Jewish Women

By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh1 Nissan,2 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Sons and Daughters of our People Israel, Everywhere, G-d bless you all!

Michtav Kloli

Pesach Michtovim Klolli'im 1 Nissan

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By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Nissan, 5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. Sara Elke Hein

Should I continue this business or look into a new one?

Choosing a Career Business Advice

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By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Nissan,5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . . .

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By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Nissan,5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . . .

Advancement in Judaism; fear of holiness; request for a private audience

Spiritual Growth Private Audience

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By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Nissan,5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Considering your age priority should be given to Shidduchim; enlist a Shadchan and friends

Age in Shidduchim Shidduch Decision Shadchan

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By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Nissan,5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

How to make a .proper career and future life choices

Choosing a Career

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By the Grace of G-dR. Chod. Nissan, 5741Brooklyn N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Pesach wishes; may G-d grant all the wedding blessings to be fulfilled

Wedding Blessing

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By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Nissan,5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Miss . . .

Work in the natural order to find a Shidduch

Shadchan Efforts to find a Shidduch

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By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Nissan,5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Increase in Torah and Mitzvos and Bitachon; Check Tefillin and Mezuzos, put on Tefillin daily, and be careful in keeping Kosher

Checking Tefillin Checking Mezuzah Dietary Laws

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By the Grace of G-d 6th of Nissan, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Hanah Heiman

G-d gives one the ability to overcome any difficulties, including child-rearing; when in doubt consult knowledgeable friends

Parenting Advice Hardships

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By the Grace of G-d6th of Nissan, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Recipient not listed

Cooperation with the Chabad representative

Supporting Shluchim Chabad House

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By the Grace of G-d6th of Nissan, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Recipient not listed

Explain to those requesting a blessing that the blessing comes from G-d

Commandments Bring Blessings

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By the Grace of G-d6th of Nissan, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Advancement in Torah and Mitzvos bring blessing

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By the Grace of G-d9th of Nissan, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Rabbi D. R. Gerber

Thanks for the repot on Rabbi Schochet's visit

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By the Grace of G‑d10th of Nissan, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

To all Participants in theInternational Symposium onJewish MysticismSponsored by the Lubavitch Foundation

International Symposium on Jewish Mysticism: Symposium must lead to action; Nigleh and Nistar are one; Jewish mysticism reveals unity of physical and spiritual through the G-dly spark in matter, accessed through mitzvah performance; Chabad shows that G-d is better grasped through action than meditation

Chassidism Action Philosophy Of Chabad

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By the Grace of G-d 11th of Nissan,1 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Sons and Daughters of our People Israel, Everywhere, G-d bless you all!

Michtav Kloli (continued)

Pesach Michtovim Klolli'im Korban Pesach Divine Names

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By the Grace of G-d11th of Nissan, 5741Brooklyn N.Y.

Prof. . . .

Pesach wishes; pleased to hear good reports

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By the Grace of G‑d 12 Nissan, 5741 April 16, 1981 Brooklyn, N.Y.

President Ronald Reagan

President Ronald Reagan: Thanks for birthday wishes; emphasis of morals and ethics in education; continued prayers for the President's health

Murder Ronald Reagan

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By the Grace of G-d 12th of Nissan, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. David Tuvia Chase1

The entire Torah is compared to Tefillin

Tefillin Mind-Heart Harmony Importance of Tefillin Putting Tefillin on Daily

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By the Grace of G-d27th of Nissan, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Rabbi . . .

It is important to explain to parents the necessity of a Jewish camp

Influencing Parents Regarding Education Jewish Camps Summer

By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Iyar, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

To All Participants in the26th Annual Convention of theNational Council of Nshei uBnos Chabad

Inspiration from the day of Lag B'Omer; the role of Jewish mothers in education; preventing problems with proper education

Importance of Jewish Education Women's Convention Role of Jewish Women

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By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Iyar, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants In the Annual Dinner of Oholei TorahG-d bless you all!

The significance of Pesach Sheni; No Jew should be deprived of the right to fulfill Mitzvos; Ensuring no Jew is “far away” from Jewish education due to financial concerns

Korban Pesach Pesach Sheini

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By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Iyar, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

To All Participants in the Third Decade Banquetof Chabad-Lubavitch, Florida

Banquet of Chabad-Lubavitch – Florida: The lesson from Rashbi’s concern for even a minor physical hardship of a fellow Jew; the responsibility, especially in a land of freedom, to strengthen Torah education, Yiddishkeit, morality, and decency

Lag B'omer lesson Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai

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By the Grace of G-d 7th of Iyar, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Moshe Nachman Lubin

Should I transfer to a different branch of the company?

Business Advice

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By the Grace of G-d7th of Iyar, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Recipient not listed

Cardinal numbering - cumulative counting of the Omer

Counting the Omer

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By the Grace of G-d 7th of Iyar, 5741 Brooklyn. N.Y.

Mrs. D. Geldziler, Secy. Sisterhood of Cong. Ahavath Zion

Encouraging the Rabbi; good wishes

Honoring the Rabbi

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By the Grace of G-d 1st Day of the Week of Bechukosai 13th Day of Iyar, Year of Hakhel, 5741. Brooklyn, N. Y.

To the Sons and Daughters of Our People Israel, Everywhere - G-d bless you all!

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By the Grace of G-d15th of Iyar, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Avrohom . . .

Conversion is a soul experience, and must be done according to Halacha; the days leading up to Shavuos is a fitting time for this topic

Mattan Torah Conversion Counting the Omer

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By the Grace of G-d15th of Iyar, 5741(May 19, 1981)Brooklyn, N.Y.

President Ronald Reagan

President Ronald Reagan: Praise for the President’s remarks on education; role of education in character and moral development; federal responsibility in fostering spiritual values; hopes for swift action through the Department of Education; the need to guide youth, especially during summer.

Ronald Reagan Purpose of Education

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15 / 8 / 5741

Mr. Red CaveneyDeputy Assistant of the Presidentfor Public Liaison

Red Caveney Deputy Assistant of the President for Public Liaison: Thanks for conveying presidents remarks in response to the Rebbe's letter

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By the Grace of G-dLag b'Omer, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

The Hon. Edward I. KochMayor, City of New York

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By the Grace of G‑d21 Iyar, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Publication of the Small Edition of the Bilingual Tanya

The project of printing the Bilingual Tanya has not been completed. On the contrary, the work of disseminating its teachings has just begun.

Bi-lingual Tanya

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By the Grace of G-d 21st of Iyar, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Students of Kita GimelLubavitcher Yeshiva Academy

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By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Sivan, 5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Pincus Meir Kalms

I didn't hear from you for a while; Shavuos blessing

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By the Grace of G.-dRosh Chodesh Sivan, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

C.R.

Learning the same Torah and following it is the best way to become unified with the Rebbe; How to leave the Yetzer Hora behind

Yetzer Hara Hiskashrus

By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Sivan, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

A request for a path of special teshuvah; Teshuvah is doable and results in special closeness to G-d; Excess guilt hinders us

Anxiety Tikkunim Teshuva Rectifies the Past

By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Sivan, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Should my wife attend Dental School at the expense of mothering our child?

Motherhood Working Women

By the Grace of G- dRosh Chodesh Sivan, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Velvel Epstein and Family

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By the Grace of G-d 9th of Sivan, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Lack of happiness is either due to not utilizing one's potential or a tactic of the Yetzer Harah; Yiddishkeit brings inner harmony and joy

Putting Tefillin on Daily Happiness Dissatifaction

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By the Grace of G-d9th of Sivan, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y

Mr. . . .

Lesson from traveling in outer space: We can rise heavenward

Space Missions Outer Space

By the Grace of G-d 9th of Sivan, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Prof. M. Arkin, Director-General SAZF

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Moroccan Jewry South Africa Dwindling Communities

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By the Grace of G-d 22nd of Sivan, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Chaim Elchonon Hakohen1

I desire to know more about G-d - a letter to a child

Na'aseh Venishma

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By the Grace of G-d 24th of Sivan, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. Shmuel Ress

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By the Grace of G-d 27th of Sivan, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Strengthen your Bitachon; importance of Shalom Bayis; Bitachon lesson from the 12th of Tammuz; stationary changes

12 Tammuz Lesson Trust in G-d Shalom Bayis

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By the Grace of G-d 27th of Sivan, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . .

Wedding blessing

Wedding Blessing

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By the Grace of G‑d Rosh Chodesh Tammuz, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. David Tuvia Chase

The significance of Tefillin

Putting Tefillin on Daily Importance of Tefillin Tefillin

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By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh Tammus, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

His Excellency Sir Zelman and Lady Cowen

Sir Zelman and Lady Cowen: Congratulation for son’s marriage; Benefitting all of Australia; Privilege of being a Kohen

Wedding Blessing Australia Role of a Kohen

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By the Grace of G‑d 3rd of Tammuz, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

To All Participants in the Annual Bais Chana Scholarship Dinner

Our obligation to support Jewish education, thus preserving Jewish identity

12 Tammuz Lesson

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By the Grace of G-d 4th of Tammuz, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

The significance of Shirayim; every Jew is dutybound to spread Yiddishkeit

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By the Grace of G-d 14th Tammuz, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

All reasons must be appropriately weighed before making a decision to move or change one's career

Jewish Community Aliyah Moving

By the Grace of G-d 14th of Tammuz, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Benzion & Hinda Rader

New treatment for recovering Hodgkin lymphoma

Putting Tefillin on Daily Tefillin and Health Importance of Tefillin

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By the Grace of G-d 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y

Mrs. . . .

Presenting Biblical themes and personage in films

Miriam Devorah Media

By the grace of G-d14th of Tammuz, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . .

Responsibility and privilege of running a school; don't be satisfied with less than the maximum, especially regarding eternal values

School Management Jewish School

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14 / 10 / 5741

Recipient not listed

Dangers of subtle idolatry in Transcendental Meditation

Meditation

By the Grace of G-d 25th of Tammuz, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

The meaning of the blessing “Torah, Chuppah and Good Deeds”

Childbirth

By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Menachem Av, 5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Yehoshua Pinchas Hakohen & Chasha Chiena Peerce

All negative aspects, including the sickness, should be transformed into positive ones; use talents for the good

Utilize Abilities

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By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Menachem Av, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Rabbi David Rosen Chief Rabbi of Ireland

Fixing our sins to correct the exile; terms and conditions for opening a Kollel

Bringing Moshiach The Three Weeks Kollel

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By the Grace of G-d 10th of Menachem Av, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

L.G. . . .

Why must the innocent suffer? Why hasn't Moshiach come yet?

Power of the Individual Moshiach Exile

By the Grace of G-d10th of Menachem Av, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Reuven Dovid & Tzivia Devorah Kimball

Now is an appropriate time to strengthen Torah-Chinuch

The Three Weeks

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By the Grace of G-dThird Day of the week ofVo'eschanan el HaShem,11 Menachem Av, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Campers, Boys/Girls Camps Gan Israel, Everywhere G-d bless you all!

All Campers, Boys/Girls: Our physical health is linked with our spiritual health; Using out the time of Elul as preparation for the upcoming year

Jewish Camps Hakhel The Month of Elul

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By the Grace of G-d 14th of Menachem Av, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Blaming "Orthodox Judaism" based off an individual's wrongdoing

Lashon Hara Shabbos Meal

By the Grace of G-d 17th of Menachem Av, 5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. Leah Rosenstein

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By the Grace of G-d 14th of Elul, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. & Mrs. Dovber & Ruth Benjamin

New year wishes

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By the Grace of G-d 14th of Elul, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

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By the Grace of G‑d15th of Elul, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Aharon Flood

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By the Grace of G-d Erev1 Chai Elul,2 5741 Year of Hakhel Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Sons and Daughters ofour People Israel, Everywhere –G-d bless you all!

Mictov Kloli:Why a proper self-reflection must be an honest one and not an undervaluation; An example from the commandment of Ahavas Yisroel

Ahavas Yisrael The Month of Elul Introspection

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By the Grace or G-d 22 Elul, 5741Brooklyn N.Y.

Mr. Shalom Asher Samson

Request for admission has been forwarded, without waiting for confirmation you will no doubt conduct yourself as a Yeshivah student, and with Ahavas Yisrael influence your surroundings

India Indian Jewry Changing Schools

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By the Grace of G-d 24th of Elul, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Miss Devora Chana Benjamin

Feeling dissatisfied with one's personal Judaism progress can be used positively

Dissatifaction The King in the Field Constant Improvement

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By the Grace of G-d 28 Elul, 5741 Brooklyn. N. Y.

Mr. Ezra A. Toeg

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Letter in Sefer Torah Philippine Jewry Building a Mikvah

By the Grace of G-d In the Days of Selichos,1 5741 Year of Hakhel Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Sons and Daughters of our People Israel, Everywhere— G-d bless you all!

Michtov Kloli: The limited and unlimited powers of the human being

Serve G-d with Joy Creation of Man Coronation of G-d

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By the Grace of G-dIn the days of Selichoth,5741. The Year of Hakhel

Mr. Pinchus Meir Kalms

Greetings for the New Year

New Year Wishes

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By the Grace of G-dIn the days of Selichoth,5741. The Year of HakhelBrooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. and Mrs. M. Schuster

Dr. and Mrs. M. Schuster: New year wishes; timely fundraising letter on behalf of Congregation Levi Yitzchak; I trust the problmes were resolved; thanks for fruits from your garden

Fundraising Days Of Selichos

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By the Grace of G-d2nd Day of Adar Sheni,5741. Brooklyn, N. Y.

To All Boys, and All Girlsin "Tzivos HaShem"G-d Bless You All

To All Boys, and All Girls in "Tzivos HaShem": The Yetzer Harah is our current Haman; Tzivos Hashem

Children and Purim Modern-Day Haman Yetzer Hara

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By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Adar II, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Recipient not listed

Contact an orthodox rabbi whom you can discuss this matter personally and at length

Halachic Authority

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By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Adar II, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. . . .

An objective person, like a teacher, can help advise how to cope with one's children

Teacher Parenting

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By the Grace of G-d7 Adar Sheni, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Recipient not listed

A lesson from the Purim story for a man and woman building their home

Purim: Not Kneeling Women and Purim

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By the Grace of G-d 7 Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Establishing a stable Lubavitch Yeshiva in Hevron

Israeli Settlement Chevron

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By the Grace of G‑d Third Day1 of the Week of Tzav, 11 Adar2 Sheni3, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Sons and Daughters of our People Israel, Everywhere, G‑d bless you all,

Michtav Klali: Preparations should be made for this special Purim (Hakhel); some observances should be practiced the Sunday following Purim (the time when Jerusalem celebrates)

Purim in the Military Children and Purim Jerusalem

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By the Grace of G-d11th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. . . .

A physician should take interest in the patient, especially in the area of spiritual health; without Torah Jews feel uncomfortable

Religion and Health Doctor

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By the Grace of G-d 11 Adar II, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

An uncommitted Jewish soul is restless; the calamity of intermarriage

Intermarriage

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By the Grace of G-d 11th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Miss...

How a child could attain a meaningful and self-fulfilling life

Purpose

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By the Grace of G-d11th of Adar 11, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. . . .

Before Purim is an opportune time to increase in Torah and Mitzvos

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By the Grace of G-d11th of Adar 11, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Purim reminds us of the renewal and resurgence of Jewish commitment to Torah

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By the Grace of G-d11th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Miss . . .

G-d provides the capacities to fulfill His Will; for particulars speak to a rabbi

Halachic Authority

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By the Grace of G-d11th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. . . .

How to influence grown-up children; Kashrus and check Tefillin and Mezuzos

Checking Tefillin Parenting Indirect Influence

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By the Grace of G-d11th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Blessing for Torah learning; consult a confident, learned, and experienced rabbi

Halachic Authority Torah Study

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By the Grace of G-d12th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Conflict in Shul should be discussed with objective knowledgable Askanim

Conflict Activist

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By the Grace of G-d12th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Ms. . . .

What do I do with my conscience?

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By the Grace of G-d12th of Adar 11, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Progress in Torah studies and spreading Judaism

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By the Grace of G-d12th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. . . .

Not being raised in a religious home; Kohanim; not handling religious demands

Swiss Jewry Switzerland Women and Purim

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By the Grace of G-d12th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. . . .

Husband and wife striving to better religious observance; talk things with a rabbi who may in turn talk with a physician

Halachic Authority Baal Teshuvah

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By the Grace of G-d12th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. . . .

Being active and using capacities bring peace of mind; a Jew out of his element; Jewish sociology

Depression Nature of a Jew Internal Conflict

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By the Grace of G-d Erev Purim, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Chanukat Habayit of the New Synagogue "The Persian Jewish Center of Brooklyn"

Purim, the renewal of Jewish commitment, was brought about by Jewish children; Torah-true education enables children to resist secular influences

Purim: Prioritizing Education Modern-Day Haman Iranian Jewry

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By the Grace of G-dPurim Koton, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. . . .

A doctor's personal care; spiritual health has a large effect on physical health

Seven Noahide Laws Religion and Health Doctor–Patient Relationship

By the Grace of G-d Purim Koton, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

To All Friends of Beth Rivkah and to the Participants in the Annual Dinner in particular

Open this letter to read the full text.

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By the Grace of G-d Purim Koton, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Recipient not listed

Open this letter to read the full text.

Parshas Bechukosai

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By the Grace of G-d17th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. . . .

When one's spouse objects to having a Kosher Jewish home

Religious Compatibility Keeping Kosher Shalom Bayis

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By the Grace of G-d Third Day of the Week of Shemini, 5741. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Yehuda Arye Mintz

Acknowledgment of gift to the library; the significance and lesson of the Yiddish Tanach printed in 5436

Havdalah Tuesday Yiddish

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By the Grace of G-d 20th of Adar II, 5741 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. E. Weill

Megillas Esther - not Mordechai - emphasizes the role of Jewish women; thanks for gift to the Rebbetzin

Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Women and Purim

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By the Grace of G-d20th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Privilege of dwelling in the Holy Land; spreading Judaism out of love

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By the Grace of G-d20th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Miss . . .

How to receive supernatural blessings

Commandments Bring Blessings

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By the Grace of G-d20th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Torah and Mitzvos widen the blessings for health; Mordechai stood strong against anything that interfered with Judaism

Torah Improves Health

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By the Grace of G-d20th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. . . .

Thanks for sharing the good news

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By the Grace of G-d20th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Miss . . .

Megillas Esther is a significant tribute to Jewish womanhood

Women and Purim

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By the Grace of G-d20th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Light, joy, gladness, and honor in the spiritual sense

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By the Grace of G-d20th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Recipient not listed

How to be in touch with G-d

Communion With G-d Action Love of G-d

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By the Grace of G-dErev Shabbos Kodesh Rosh Chodesh Adar Sheni 5741Brooklyn, New York

To All Participants in the Lubavitch - Second European Students Convention

Lubavitch European Students Convention: the important role of youth, winning over our enemies

Children and Purim

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By the Grace of G-dErev Shabbos KodeshMevorchim Chodesh AdarSheni, 5741. Brooklyn, N.Y,

Master Yonah Eliyohu Sears

Yonah Eliyohu Sears : Purim lesson: Children can topple our cruel enemies

Children and Purim

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By the Grace of G-d24th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Pleased to hear about the improvement in Parnassah

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By the Grace of G-d24th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. . . .

The blessing of healthy children is connected with strict observance of family purity

Family Purity Affects Children

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By the Grace of G-d24th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

The Jewish Inmates, FPC . . .

Visiting inmates in correctional institutions

Prison

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By the Grace of G-d24th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Until you move, strengthen Yiddishkeit in your current, spiritually deteriorating, community; blessings for moving

Moving Dwindling Communities

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By the Grace of G-d24th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

Blessing for increasing work in Jewish education

Working in Education

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By the Grace of G-d24th of Adar II, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. . . .

Speak to a Rav and doctor-friend whether to be guided by a certain medical opinion

Medical Uncertainty Halachic Authority

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By the Grace of G-d 25th of Adar II, 5741 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Rabbi Yeruchum Rosen

The need of having a local Mikveh; the effect Taharas Hamishpacha has on children and parents

Benefits of Family Purity Importance of Family Purity Building a Mikvah

B. H.25 Adar Sheni, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Rabbi Dr. . . .

Beis Refuah as opposed to Beis Cholim; Adar is a healthy month

Adar - An Auspicious Month Hospital

By the Grace of G-d26th of Adar 1, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. & Mrs. Moshe Mordecai& Chana Shuster

Dr. & Mrs. Moshe Mordecai & Chana Shuster: Gratified of report and photos of Torah welcoming parade

Sefer Torah

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By the Grace of G-d27 Adar Sheini, 5741Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. . . .

Open this letter to read the full text.

Eiruv Criticism of Lubavitch

5741

Miss . . .

A Jew is always a Jew; a Jew should however choose to live with true Torah standards; the best for the soul

Nature of a Jew Free Will Torah Is Nourishment for the Soul

5741

Miss . . .

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5741

Miss . . .

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5741

Mrs. ...

Prof. . .

To the Sons and Daughters of our People Israel, Everywhere, G‑d bless you all!

To All Jewish Children ofpre-Bar/Bas Mitzvah AgeG-d bless you all!

Mrs. Ruth Benjamin

Derec

Mr. Shneur Zalman Jaffe

To the Sons and Daughters of Our People Israel, Everywhere, G‑d bless you all,

Mr. . . .

Recipient not listed

To All Participants in the Chabad Lubavitch Concert

The Hon. Consulate General

Mr. . . .

Mr. M. Makarenko

Mrs. . . .

Mr. . . .

Rabbi Yitzchok Trainin Federation of Jewish Philanthropies

Mrs. Nechama Schaver

הוו"ח אי"א נו"נ עוסק בצ"צכו' מו"ה שניאור זלמן שי'

Dr. R. Wilkes, DSW Chairman, Brooklyn Region 11 Council for The Retarded c/o Coney Island Hospital

To All Participants in the Major Conference for the Jewish Community On Issues and Needs of Jewish Retarded

Mr. Reuven Dovid Kimball

Dr. . . . P.H.D.

Dr. . . .

Dr. . . .

Mrs. Reisl Gordon

To all Participants in the Public Lighting of the Chanukah Menorah in the U.S.A.

Mr. Pinchus Meir Kalms (Mr. P. Kleeman)

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Mr. D. S. Brockman

Mr. Yaakov Lemon

Mr. &amp; Mrs. Yehoshua Pinchas haKohen&amp; Chashe Chiena Peerce

R. F.

To All Participants in the Annual Dinner for the Central Yeshiva Tomchei-Tmimim Lubavitch G-d bless you all

Miss . . .

Recipient not listed

Mrs. . . .

Dr. Robert Wilkes

To the Sons and Daughters of our People Israel, Everywhere, G-d bless you all!

Sir Yitzchok Isaac Wolfson, Bt.

Mr. Pinchas Meir Kalms

The Honorable R. Boschwitz, U.S.S.

Hon. Joseph Shestack

To All Participants in the Banquet of Chabad Lubavitch Of The Valley

To All Participants in the 19h Annual Mid-Winter Convention of N'shei uBnos Chabad

Mrs. . . .

Mrs. . . .

Mrs. . . .

To the Sons and Daughters of our People Israel, Everywhere, G-d bless you all!

Mrs. Sara Elke Hein

Dr. . . .

Dr. . . .

Mr. . . .

Mr. . . .

Mr. . . .

Miss . . .

Mr. . . .

Mrs. Hanah Heiman

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Recipient not listed

Mr. . . .

Rabbi D. R. Gerber

To all Participants in theInternational Symposium onJewish MysticismSponsored by the Lubavitch Foundation

To the Sons and Daughters of our People Israel, Everywhere, G-d bless you all!

Prof. . . .

President Ronald Reagan

Dr. David Tuvia Chase1

Rabbi . . .

To All Participants in the26th Annual Convention of theNational Council of Nshei uBnos Chabad

To All Participants In the Annual Dinner of Oholei TorahG-d bless you all!

To All Participants in the Third Decade Banquetof Chabad-Lubavitch, Florida

Mr. Moshe Nachman Lubin

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Mrs. D. Geldziler, Secy. Sisterhood of Cong. Ahavath Zion

To the Sons and Daughters of Our People Israel, Everywhere - G-d bless you all!

Mr. Avrohom . . .

President Ronald Reagan

Mr. Red CaveneyDeputy Assistant of the Presidentfor Public Liaison

The Hon. Edward I. KochMayor, City of New York

Mr. & Mrs. Yehoshua Pinchas haKohen& Chashe Chiena Peerce

Mr. & Mrs. Velvel Epstein and Family

Mr. & Mrs. Benzion & Hinda Rader

Mr. & Mrs. Yehoshua Pinchas Hakohen & Chasha Chiena Peerce

Mr. & Mrs. Reuven Dovid & Tzivia Devorah Kimball

Dr. & Mrs. Dovber & Ruth Benjamin