Rebbe Responsa

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

Mussar Exile Philosophy Of Chabad

By the Grace of G-d 19th of Kislev Chag HaGeulo, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

To All Participants in theFifth Annual Dinner forLubavitch of Colorado

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By the Grace of G-d 23rd of Kislev, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. Nechama Schaver

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By the Grace of G‑dErev Shabbos1 Kodesh andErev Chanukah,2 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Sons and Daughters ofOur People Israel, Everywhere,G‑d Bless you all!

Michtav Kloli: What the Menorah’s light teaches about transforming the material world, the need for constant growth, and reaching out to those unaware of their Jewish identity

Candle Chanukah - Spread Judaism Chanuka - Light Up the Darkness

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By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Teves, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

Prof. . . .

Marriage of a younger sibling before an older one; Soviet Jewry

Skipping an Older Sibling Soviet Union

By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Teves, 5743. Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. Perra Henia Sadowitz

The dividends accrued for supporting Chabad instituriosions

Supporting Shluchim Support for Educational Institutions

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By the Grace of G-d 4th of Teves, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. M. Palmer

The study of Midrash, and Torah in general, must translate into action; Yud Tes Kislev lesson

Aggadah America Approach to Torah Study

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By the Grace of G-d 4th of Teves, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

How to decide on medical treatment; every Jew inherently believes in G-d; one must have faith in the spiritual professionals

Nature of a Jew Existence of G-d Medical Uncertainty

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By the Grace of G-d 15th of Teves, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Twenty-first Annual Chabad Women’s Mid-Winter Convention

Chabad Women’s Mid-Winter Convention: The Frierdiker Rebbe’s prayers and blessings for success in your special trail-blazing shlichus; he devoted much of himself to you and stressed that in certain areas you can accomplish more than men

The Previous Rebbe Neshei Chabad Jewish Women

By the Grace of G-d15th of Teves, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . .

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By the Grace of G‑d Motzoei Shabbos Kodesh Mevorchim Chodesh Shevat 24th of Teves,1 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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

The Rebbe Rayatz paved the way for everyone to succeed in their hardships in disseminating Judaism

Obligation to Spread Judaism The Previous Rebbe 10 Shevat

By the Grace of G-d Erev Rosh Chodesh Shevat, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . .

A doctor's cordial relationship is healing; payment for the Rebbetzin's medical fee

Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Doctor–Patient Relationship

By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Shevat, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Ladies Taharas Hamishpocho Committee J.E.W.E.L.S.

The special role of the Jewish woman, particularly in the area of Taharas Hamishpacha

The Taharas HaMishpacha Campaign Role of Jewish Women

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By the Grace of G-d Yud Shevat, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Inaugural Dinner of the Yeshivas Lubavitch

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By the Grace of G-d 13th of Shevat, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. . . .

Premature death; building physical and spiritual fences

Teacher Swimming Ma'aka

By the Grace of G-d 20th of Shevat, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . . .

Observant Jew as a practicing physician; hospital vs. private practice; birth control pills; the issues of family planning and abortion even for non-Jews

Seven Noahide Laws Gentile Medicine

By the Grace of G-d 9 Adar, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. J. Weintraub

The success of the Chabad Telethon; effort brings disproportionate success; 9 Adar - "America is not different"

Effort Brings Success 9 Adar America

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By the Grace of G-d 9th of Adar, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Nosson & Freda Zissel Vogel

"America is not different than the Old Jewish World"

The Previous Rebbe England 9 Adar

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By the Grace of G-d 18th of Adar, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. ...

A Loan from the Rebbe; Trust in G-d while pursuing natural channels for income; Keeping channels of Torah and mitzvot open; Supporting sacred causes through personal example when unable to give financially is truer support

Havdalah Letter in Sefer Torah Financial Strain

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By the Grace of G-d18th of Adar, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. . . .

Settle among observant Jews; consult with knowledgeable friends the particulars; we must all learn from Mordechai and Esther

New York Esther Where to Live

By the Grace of G-d 21st of Adar, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Ms. . . .

What is the goal in life? Implementing the dictum "I was created to serve my Maker"

Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Seven Noahide Laws Women and Purim

By the Grace of G‑d Third Day of the Week, Twice blessed with “good.”1 Sedra of the Week: Vayyikra2 El Moshe3 Rosh Chodesh4 Nissan,5 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

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

Michtav Kloli: Self-centrism is a major obstacle to spiritual emancipation; one must completely reject even the minutest amount of haughtiness and arrogance, as symbolized by the prohibition of Chametz

Chametz

By the Grace of G‑dThe Sixth Day,1Erev Shabbos KodeshP. Tzav,2 Shabbos Hagodol,311th of Nissan,4 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

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

Michtav Kloli:

Pesach Michtovim Klolli'im Chametz

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By the Grace of G-dIsru-Chag HaMatzosZman Cheiruseinu, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Annual Banquetof the Lubavitch Yeshivah "Achei Tmimim"

In a free country, the cause of Jewish education must be utilized fully

Freedom Importance of Jewish Education Pesach and Education

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By the Grace of G-d 28th of Nissan, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

The Hon. R. Boschwitz U.S. Senator

Senator Rudy Boschwitz: Senatorial duties; the Jews' mission in servicing non-Jews

Minnesota Officials U.S. Senators Regent's Prayer

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By the Grace of G-d 28th of Nissan, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . .

Various medical advice; trusting in G-d is therapeutic

Alternative Medicine Faith Improves Health Medical Advice

By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Iyar, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Twenty-Eighth Annual Convention of Neshei uBnos Chabad.

Inspiration from Lag B'Omer; lesson of selfless love from Rabbi Shimon Ben Yochai; don't underestimate an individual act of kindness

Ahavas Yisrael Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai Lag B'omer lesson

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By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Iyar, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .c/o Rabbi J. B. Gordon

Seeing an unfavorable turn in business; the merit of spreading Judaism and faith will help; increasing Torah learning during Sefira

Faith Brings Parnassah Days of Sefirah Financial Strain

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By the Grace of G-d 5th of Iyar, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . .

The Rebbe's advice is not binding; help comes with the abundance of counsel

Advice

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By the Grace of G-d 12th of Iyar, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Avrohom Leib Gralnick

Speedy recovery for daughter

Health

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By the Grace of G-d Pesach Sheni, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Annual Banquetof Chabad of the Valley

There's always a second chance; in regard to others one should not rely on a second chance

California Jewish Education Days of Tashlumin

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By the Grace of G-d 16 Iyar, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . . .

Offended by the idea of consulting another specialist

The Rebbe's Correspondence Medical Uncertainty Doctor

By the Grace of G-d 16th of Iyar, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs. V. Eshaghian

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Shavuos Medical Advice Moving

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By the Grace of G‑dLag B'Omer, 5743Brooklyn, N. Y.

The Honorable Bernard SandersMayor

Burlington Mayor Bernard Sanders: Declaring Education Day in the State of Vermont

Vermont Officials U.S. Senators Education Day

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By the Grace of G-dLag B'Omer, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Annual Dinner of Oholei Torah G-d bless you all!

The Three Days of Preparation on a personal level; this preparation starts with education of small children

Importance of Jewish Education Days of Sefirah Oholei Torah

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By the Grace of G-d Lag B’Omer, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Yehuda Stulman

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Books Sent to the Rebbe

By the Grace of G-d 19th of Iyar, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Israel Nathan

A supporter and a man of influence has no right to leave his community; business options in Chicago

Business Advice Abandoning One's Community Aliyah

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By the Grace of G-d 19th of Iyar, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

Trust that G-d does good gives no room for despair; How much of my life is worth it?

Checking Tefillin Suicide Worthlessness

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By the Grace of G-d19th of Iyar, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

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The Jewish parents' best interest should be to give their children the highest Torah education; How will my children be able to earn a livelihood

Degree Jewish School Importance of Jewish Education

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By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Sivan, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in the Dedication banquetOholei Torah School For BoysMiami Beach, Fla.

Receiving the Torah with fresh enthusiasm each day; fulfilling the pledge we made at Sinai by supporting the guarantors of our nation’s continuity

Mattan Torah Shavuos Lesson Jewish Children

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By the Grace of G-d Rosh Chodesh Sivan, 5743 Brooklyn, NY

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Prayer in public schools; Guarding one's health; the benefits of quitting smoking must be weighed against the consequences of withdrawal

Self-Care Regent's Prayer Smoking

By the Grace of G-d 3rd of Sivan, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Reuven Dovid1

Shavuos blessing

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By the Grace of G-dErev Shovuous, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

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

Senator Rudy Boschwitz: What is the best for the nation; a moment of silence and federal aid for parochial schools

Minnesota Officials Debate U.S. Constitution

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By the Grace of G-d 10th of Sivan, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

A prohibited marriage causes a continuous breach of the Will of G-d; the responsibility for the other party; everyone has the obligation to stop a suicide

Prohibited Marriages Intermarriage

By the Grace of G-d 12th of Sivan, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Pinchas Meir Kalms

Being together by a Farbrengen on an auspicious occasion; misplaced letter

The Rebbe's Correspondence Chassidic Gathering

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By the Grace of G-d 12th of Sivan, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . . .

How can the engagement break off after receiving the Rebbe's blessing for it; settling the matter of a broken engagement

Broken Engagement

By the Grace of G-d 12th of Sivan, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in The Annual Dinner of Beth Rivkah

Lesson for Jewish women from Parshas Shelach

Support for Educational Institutions Parshas Shelach Beis Rivkah New York

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By the Grace of G-d 14 Sivan, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

A conflict with the Rabbi

Conflict Activist

By the Grace of G-d20th of Sivan, 5743Brooklyn, N. Y.

Recipient not listed

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By the Grace of G-d 2nd of Tammuz, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dr. . . .

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

Debate Divine Authority Regent's Prayer

By the Grace of G-d 5 Tammuz, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. Sheyna Reva

The regulations of bereavement are exact; extended mourning pains the departed one; all that G-d does is good; the soul is immortal

Condolences 3 Tammuz Eternity of the Soul

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By the Grace of G-d 9th of Tammuz, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

To All Participants in theThird Anniversary CelebrationCongregation Lubavitch

Lubavitch - the town of love; blessing for the anniversary of Congregation Lubavitch of Brookline, Mass.

The Three Loves The Previous Rebbe

By the Grace of G-d 11th of Tammuz, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mrs. . . .

Work on behalf of Syrian Jewry; coordinate between the various organizations; quiet diplomacy is more effective

Syrian Jewry Collaboration Quiet Diplomacy

By the Grace of G-d16th of Tammuz, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

Recipient not listed

Haste to drop your observance is simply unwise; ample logical proof for Judaism; timely message of 17th of Tammuz

Kuzari Authenticity of Judaism 17 Tammuz

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By the Grace of G-d 16th Tammuz, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. . . .

A wedding letter to a marriage with a proper convert; women's public contributions in Jewish life

Gender Roles Wedding Blessing Conversion

By the Grace of G-d24 Tammuz, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. Gedalia Hoffman

Should I attend Haddar Hatorah?

Attending Yeshivah

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By the Grace of G-d 26 of Tammuz, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Rabbi . . .

One cannot trust a biased report; one must make their own proper objective investigation

Criticism of Lubavitch Orphan

By the Grace of G-d26 of Tammuz, 5743Brooklyn. N. Y.

Mr. Yisroel Shmuel Pensack

Personal involvement in bringing others closer to Yiddishkeit; correcting the cause of the Three Weeks

The Three Weeks

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By the Grace of G‑dRosh Chodesh Menachem Av,5743. Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. Aharon Getzel Adelman, M.D., F.RC.P. (C)

The importance of the personal interest of the doctor in a patient, especially a sensitive one

The Three Weeks Doctor–Patient Relationship

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By the Grace of G-d4th of Menachem Av,5743. Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Physical and spiritual health go hand in hand

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By the Grace of G‑d10th of Av, 5743Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Reuven Dovid & Tzivia Devorah Kimball

Donation from the deceased estate; reversing the cause of the Three Weeks; building an extension for the school

Expanding School Enrollment Elevation of the Soul The Three Weeks

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By the Grace of G-d 10th of Menachem Av, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Miss

Trust in G-d reduces anxiety; follow the doctor's instruction

Trust in G-d Doctor's Orders

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By the Grace of G-d10th of Av, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. & Mrs. . .

Act on the advice of the doctor

Doctor's Orders

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By the Grace of G-d 10th of Menachem Av, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. &. Mrs. Shmuel &Sora Bra[ck]man

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By the Grace of G-d15th of Menachem-Av, 5743Brooklyn, N. Y.

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

Senator Rudy Boschwitz: Blessing for forthcoming banquet

Minnesota Officials U.S. Senators

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By the Grace of G-dRosh Chodesh ElulThird Day of the WeekBlessed twice with good, 5743Brooklyn, N. Y.

To All Campers: Boys and GirlsG-d Bless You All

To All Campers: Boys and Girls: making good use of the camp season; Elul - the king in the field

Jewish Camps The King in the Field

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By the Grace of G-d 9th of Elul, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Mordichai Yehuda& Dina Goldsmith

In the month of Elul, the month of Divine grace and mercy, one can personally ask a request from G-d

The King in the Field

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By the Grace of G-d9 Elul, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

Mr. B. Laskar

Torah and Mitzvos broaden the channels for G-d’s blessings, discuss the issue with local friends who you can talk openly with.

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By the Grace of G-d 13th of Elul, 5743 Brooklyn, N.Y.

Rabbi Menacehm Sparer, Pres. Board of Rabbis of Northern Ca.

Resolving a conflict; peace is the vessel for G-d's blessings which are much needed in communal activities

Conflict Peace

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By the Grace of G‑d14th of Elul, 5743Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. & Mrs. Binyomin & Manis Felzenberg

The pledge in G-d's business (expansion of institutions) will bring blessings in current investment; grow in a familiar business not a foreign one

Business Expansion Expanding School Enrollment Business Advice

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By the Grace of G-d 15th of Elul, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. . . .

The family is one entity an addition in Torah in Mitzvos by one member brings blessings to all

By the Grace of G-d 15th of Elul, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mrs.

Rosh Hashana is celebrated on the anniversary of man's creation, this teaches us that the purpose of creation is to recognize the Creator and spread this awareness

Coronation of G-d Creation of Man

By the Grace of G-dErev Shabbos-Kodesh,1Weekly Sedra: “When you come into the land”2Erev3 Chai-Elul,4 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

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

Michtav Klali: Lesson from Rosh Hashanah leading into Shabbos; on Shabbos our worldly matters are a Mitzvah; the coronation of G-d must embrace the totality of man

Rosh Hashanah

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By the Grace of G-d20 Elul, 5743Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Mazal Tov on engagement; divorce must be done Halachically

Remarriage Wedding Blessing Divorce

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By the Grace of G-dMotzoei Shabbos-Kodesh1 25 Elul1st day of the week of Haazinu5743. Brooklyn, N.Y.

To the Sons and Daughters ofOur People Israel, EverywhereG-d bless you all!

Michtav Kloli: Rosh Hashanah this year is before Shabbos Parshas Ha’azinu; first spiritual matters and then material matters; a Jew has a closer affinity to spiritual matters

Parshas Ha'azinu Rosh Hashanah

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By the Grace of G‑d27th of Elul, 5743Brooklyn, N. Y.

Mr. Pinchas Meir Kalms

The spiritual danger of a child not having Jewish education outweighs any financial circumstances

Importance of Jewish Education Saving a Soul

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By the Grace of G-d 27th of Elul, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Recipient not listed

The calamity of intermarriage for both parties

Intermarriage

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By the Grace of G-d 27th of Elul, 5743 Brooklyn, N. Y.

Dr. . .

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Mr. . . .

Why the Rebbe does not move to Eretz Yisrael; everyone has the duty of spreading Judaism in his place

Aliyah Abandoning One's Community Purpose

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Professor

Youth in Eretz Yisrael; adolescents shun parental influence; attending Yeshiva University; help the Soviet Jews

Soviet Union Adolescence Parenting

5743

Dr. Joshua L. Sternberg

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

To All Participants in the Mortgage Repayment Celebration of The Rabbinical Colllege of America

Mr. and Mrs. . . .

To all Participants in theNational Awards of theNational Committee For Furtheranceof Jewish Education,

Dr. . . .

Mr. Chaim Elya Halevi Kreitenberg

To All Participants in the Chabad Chanukah Dinner

Mrs. Sarah Rivka Rosenbloom

Rabbi [Herbert Weiner]

Rabbi Dr. . . .

To All Participants in theFifth Annual Dinner forLubavitch of Colorado

Mrs. Nechama Schaver

To the Sons and Daughters ofOur People Israel, Everywhere,G‑d Bless you all!

Prof. . . .

Mrs. Perra Henia Sadowitz

Mr. M. Palmer

Mr. . . .

To All Participants in the Twenty-first Annual Chabad Women’s Mid-Winter Convention

Mr. . .

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

Dr. . .

To the Ladies Taharas Hamishpocho Committee J.E.W.E.L.S.

To All Participants in the Inaugural Dinner of the Yeshivas Lubavitch

Mrs. . . .

Dr. . . .

Mr. J. Weintraub

Mr. &amp; Mrs. Nosson &amp; Freda Zissel Vogel

Mr. ...

Mrs. . . .

Ms. . . .

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

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

To All Participants in the Annual Banquetof the Lubavitch Yeshivah "Achei Tmimim"

The Hon. R. Boschwitz U.S. Senator

Dr. . .

To All Participants in the Twenty-Eighth Annual Convention of Neshei uBnos Chabad.

Mr. . . .c/o Rabbi J. B. Gordon

Mr. . .

Mr. Avrohom Leib Gralnick

To All Participants in the Annual Banquetof Chabad of the Valley

Dr. . . .

Mrs. V. Eshaghian

The Honorable Bernard SandersMayor

To All Participants in the Annual Dinner of Oholei Torah G-d bless you all!

Mr. Yehuda Stulman

Mr. Israel Nathan

Mr. . . .

Recipient not listed

To All Participants in the Dedication banquetOholei Torah School For BoysMiami Beach, Fla.

Mr. . . .

Mr. Reuven Dovid1

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

Mr. . . .

Mr. Pinchas Meir Kalms

Dr. . . .

To All Participants in The Annual Dinner of Beth Rivkah

Mr. . . .

Recipient not listed

Dr. . . .

Mrs. Sheyna Reva

To All Participants in theThird Anniversary CelebrationCongregation Lubavitch

Mrs. . . .

Recipient not listed

Mr. . . .

Mr. Gedalia Hoffman

Rabbi . . .

Mr. Yisroel Shmuel Pensack

Dr. Aharon Getzel Adelman, M.D., F.RC.P. (C)

Recipient not listed

Mr. &amp; Mrs. Reuven Dovid &amp; Tzivia Devorah Kimball

Miss

Mr. &amp; Mrs. . .

Mr. &amp;. Mrs. Shmuel &amp;Sora Bra[ck]man

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

To All Campers: Boys and GirlsG-d Bless You All

Mr. &amp; Mrs. Mordichai Yehuda&amp; Dina Goldsmith

Mr. B. Laskar

Rabbi Menacehm Sparer, Pres. Board of Rabbis of Northern Ca.

Mr. & Mrs. Nosson & Freda Zissel Vogel

Mr. & Mrs. Reuven Dovid & Tzivia Devorah Kimball

Mr. & Mrs. . .

Mr. &. Mrs. Shmuel &Sora Bra[ck]man

Mr. & Mrs. Mordichai Yehuda& Dina Goldsmith

Mr. & Mrs. Binyomin & Manis Felzenberg