1910 —עיכובים בגביית הפלעדזשעס וחשיבות ההתמדה במאמץ

B"H, 23rd of Marcheshvan, 5713.

Brooklyn.

Haraha"g vaharaha"ch vavac"h iy"a nu"n oseik b'tzt"z etc. Shneur Zalman Hecht

Shalom u'Vrachah!

I acknowledge receipt of your letters from Erev Shabbat Noach, the second, and Erev Shabbat Lech Lecha, and Erev Shabbat Vayeira with their enclosures.

b) I am pained that until now there are still delays in collecting the various pledges left from the fundraising campaign. Even though Haraha"ch vavac"h iy"a nu"n oseik b'tzt"z etc. Reb Chaim Mordechai Aizik Hodakov conveyed to me the reasons for this as he heard from you, it is known the saying of my father-in-law the Rebbe (of blessed memory), regarding such matters that they truly affect the angel Michael, the advocate of Israel who accounts for their merits. Therefore, since the reason is a true one, not only is there no place for a negative outcome but it is also included in "he intended to do and was prevented—Scripture credits him as if he did it." However, regarding action and effort—which is man's task on earth in this physical and material world—when action and effort are lacking, then indeed nothing exists, and certainly there are no results either.

What you write to me about this—even though at first glance your explanations seem fitting—for every matter in the world there is surely a way to fix it; sometimes revealed powers suffice for this, sometimes one must also employ hidden powers, even reaching essential core powers. To reveal such abilities usually requires two things: a) hope that if they are revealed one will succeed; b) recognition of the necessity of the matter so that the effort is worthwhile. I hope to hear good news from you that you have begun seeking ways to remove these reasons, and I am confident that once you start searching you will see how these reasons dissolve and matters come to fruition.

c) I was very pleased with what you wrote about your visit to Canton, Ohio on your way from here—even though it is a pity you did not at least stop briefly in the two towns mentioned in your letter: Naristan and Carlisle. Even though you gave reasons for this, this itself relates to what was explained above; even if it would not have helped practically, it is known what the Baal Shem Tov said about a Jew lost on his way through towns (quoted in notes at the end of Likkutei Torah Kehot edition)...

I am interested to know if anything resulted from what I discussed with your wife (may she live) in your presence regarding Nshei U'Bnos Chabad in Camp T., and enclosed is a copy of my letter recently sent to some branches of such organizations which have already begun their good work—which truly applies to all branches including those yet to open; therefore also applies to yours. It is also understood that what was discussed regarding creation order generally and microcosm specifically can be used for other outreach as well.

With blessings for success in your communal work—which will surely serve as a channel and vessel for increased blessing and success in your personal affairs.

Awaiting good news.

Summary

The Rebbe teaches that while valid reasons may delay our efforts, we must persistently seek solutions using all our abilities—both revealed and hidden—and trust that sincere action brings results. Public service opens channels for personal blessing.