3911 —העברה לבני ברק אינה מומלצת, חפש דירה סמוך למקום עבודתך

B"H, 29th of Marcheshvan, 5716.

Brooklyn.

Havavac"h iy"a nu"n his work is the work of Heaven Uri Ben Shachar

Shalom u'Vrachah!

In response to your letter from Motzaei Shabbat Kodesh, the 14th of Cheshvan, with the enclosed photos—thank you for sending them—and surely by now you have received my reply to your previous letter.

I was pleased by what you wrote about your efforts to influence the parents of the students (male and female), and certainly you will do so with the greatest enthusiasm, as it is a most lofty and valuable matter for many reasons.

It is surprising that you did not mention anything regarding preparations for Yud-Tes Kislev and Chanukah concerning the students (male and female), as well as for the teachers (male and female), albeit in a different manner as is understood. These are not matters to be done hastily, as can be seen from past experience, and this should suffice.

Regarding what you wrote about the question of residence: it is clear that the idea of moving to Bnei Brak does not seem right to me. One should live in proximity to one's holy work, and surely with proper searching and through friends and acquaintances you will find a better apartment than your current one. Regarding key money (rental rights), surely an important part of it will be received in exchange for your current apartment.

Concluding with good news: you wrote that at an auspicious and successful time you named your newborn daughter Bracha—may she be blessed. The merit of your involvement in educating Jewish boys and girls in purity will stand for you and your wife to raise her to Torah, marriage, and good deeds.

Summary

The Rebbe advises against moving far from one's place of holy work, urging instead to seek housing nearby. He emphasizes diligent preparation for spiritual events and blesses those engaged in Jewish education with success in raising their children.