4985 —השפעת התוועדות, שליטה בכעס, והפצת השראה

B"H, 29 Kislev, 5717.

Brooklyn.

Haraha"ch iy"a nu"n oseik b'tzt"z Shlomo Zalman Hecht

Shalom u'Vrachah!

I acknowledge receipt of your letters with their enclosures. Even though you do not mention this directly, you will surely find an opportunity to convey at least some points from the farbrengen we attended together. After all, the purpose of every farbrengen is to make a practical impact—not only on those who participated but also to reach those who did not attend. This is especially true when it concerns someone who has influence in a certain circle that continues to expand. And it is well understood: nothing stands in the way of willpower.

The pidyon nefesh enclosed in your letter was read today at the holy resting place of my father-in-law, the Rebbe zatzal. May it be G‑d's will that you receive good news regarding its content. I also mentioned the vavac"h iy"a... (etc.).

Regarding your question—about the above-mentioned person's correction for his temperament (apparently referring to anger): it would be appropriate for him to study thoroughly Iggeres HaKodesh by our master the Alter Rebbe, section 25, until he knows its contents well. When he feels himself beginning to get excited (angry), he should review these ideas in his mind.

Blessings for good news in your personal matters and in general matters.

Summary

A farbrengen should inspire real change and reach beyond its attendees. The Rebbe teaches that controlling anger can be achieved through deep study of Tanya and mindful reflection on its teachings when challenged.