4345 —השפעה על ילד וכוח תמיכת הקהילה

B"H, 18th of Iyar, 5716.

Brooklyn.

Shalom u'Vrachah!

Regarding what you write about your son, sheyichyeh, who does not always listen to your words: In such cases, it is often the case that the words of friends are more effective than those of both friends and relatives together. Surely you can find people with influence over your son who will speak with him about the matter you have written about once, twice, and many times. May it be G‑d's will that they succeed. Most importantly, you should strive to influence your environment so that there are no compromises, and needless to say, not to settle for a "fifty-fifty" approach. May G‑d see into the heart that you are doing all in your power for others to act according to the supreme will; then, in the measure of the Holy One Blessed be He—which is measure for measure but many times over—so shall it be repaid to you regarding your sons and grandsons, sheyichyu.

As per your instruction, your donation was given to educational institutions based on purity and holiness in Kfar Chabad in our holy land (may it be rebuilt and established by our righteous Moshiach). Fortunate is one who takes part in establishing a true guardian over our holy land and its inhabitants. As it says in Scripture: 'Hashem will build a house and Hashem will guard a city' (then there is benefit in buildings built by man and guards appointed by man – Tehillim 127), as explained at length by Reb Abba bar Kahana and Reb Ami and Reb Assi in the opening of Midrash Rabbah Eicha Rabasi. May it be G‑d's will that we soon merit the coming of the righteous redeemer with kindness and mercy.

Summary

The Rebbe teaches that sometimes outside influences can reach children where parents cannot. He encourages seeking help from respected community members while maintaining unwavering standards in education and values. Supporting pure education strengthens both family and community.