3173 —ראיה על השגחה פרטית והנהגה אלוקית בכל המאורעות

B"H, 6 Teves, 5715.

Brooklyn.

Shalom u'Vrachah!

^[1] In response to your letter from the day after the bright day, which is the 19th of Kislev—the redemption of our master the Alter Rebbe, author of the Tanya (the Posek in the hidden dimension of Torah) and the Shulchan Aruch (the Posek in the revealed dimension of Torah).

a) Regarding your question for proofs about specific divine supervision—that nothing happens by chance, G‑d forbid: This is understood and obvious with even a little contemplation for one who believes in the Torah of Hashem, where it is written that Hashem created the world—the heavens and the earth. Even though non-Jews say "the heavens are His glory," all Jews believe what is stated: "Eshamayim v'es haaretz ani malei" (the heavens and the earth I fill), that no verse departs from its simple meaning. And as stated by Adon Da Rashbi and in Tikkunei Zohar Tikkun 57: "Leis asar panui minei" (there is no place empty of Him). Since He exists and fills every point in space and time, how could anything happen without His supervision? This is obvious. See also Shaar HaYichud VeHaEmunah by the Alter Rebbe chapter 2 and end of chapter 7, and Iggeres HaKodesh end of section 25.

b) Regarding what you write about refining character traits: Study with intent to understand Chassidus discourses that discuss these matters. Surely you can ask about them from Haraha"g Haraha"ch iy"a nu"n who is involved with tzt"z, energetic and very active... May he live. Also learn by heart at least the beginning of Tanya chapter 41 up to page 56 column b line 2. Review this yourself during an auspicious time; if a little light dispels much darkness, how much more so does much light.

c) Regarding rectifying the matter you wrote about ^[2]: Begin to set aside charity gradually—preferably on weekdays before prayer—until a sum equal to a "kad" ^{[3] [4]} thousand francs accumulates. Also delay your meal—by an hour—on weekdays until you have accumulated delayed meals equal to the number "tatkana" ^[5]. The main thing is sincere regret for the past and good resolution for the future.

d) Regarding what you wrote about tefillin that are not as they should be: You should have discussed this with Haraha"g etc... may he live, who will connect with our office in France accordingly.

With blessings for success in your holy work,
In the name of His Honor our Rebbe shlit"a,
Secretary

Summary

This letter teaches that belief in G‑d's specific supervision means nothing occurs by chance; everything is guided from Above. It encourages study of Chassidus for self-improvement, practical steps for spiritual repair, and seeking proper guidance when needed.