6120 - Supporting Jewish Education in the Spirit of Purim

The Rebbe writes in connection with the annual dinner and campaign for Yeshivas Tomchei Temimim Lubavitch in Montreal, which is scheduled to take place, G-d willing, on Thursday, the 21st of Adar. He extends his greetings and blessings to the chairmen, activists, participants, guests, and all friends of the yeshiva.

The Rebbe notes that the gathering is taking place shortly after the festival of Purim, and the lessons of Purim should still be fresh in everyone’s mind. These lessons are not merely historical but must have a living impact on the daily life of every individual and the community as a whole.

Among the remarkable events described in the story of Purim is the self-sacrifice demonstrated by the Jewish people during the difficult period of Haman’s decree. Despite the grave danger and hardships, Mordechai gathered together 22,000 Jewish children and devoted himself to teaching them Torah. In the merit of this dedication to Torah education, Hashem brought about the salvation of the entire Jewish people.

The Rebbe explains that the Megillas Esther, like the entire Torah, is eternal. Its narratives and teachings apply in every place and every generation. Therefore, these days serve as a powerful reminder of the responsibility placed upon each of us to devote all our strength to ensuring that Jewish children receive a proper Torah education. They must be given the opportunity to study Torah in a pure and holy environment and to be raised to fulfill Torah and mitzvos with devotion and self-sacrifice.

The Rebbe expresses his hope that all those participating in the dinner will recognize the sacred nature of this mission. With generosity and open hearts, they should support Yeshivas Tomchei Temimim Lubavitch in Montreal.

Through strengthening and sustaining the yeshiva, they are not only supporting an educational institution but also reinforcing the very foundation of the Jewish community in Montreal and, in a broader sense, the Jewish people everywhere. The vitality of the community depends upon the strength of Torah education.

The Rebbe concludes with a blessing that the merit of supporting this holy work should bring blessing to all the participants and their families from Hashem in everything they need, both materially and spiritually, with blessings for all good.

Summary
The Rebbe calls upon the participants of the Montreal Yeshiva’s fundraising campaign to strengthen Torah education, drawing inspiration from Mordechai’s dedication to teaching Jewish children during the Purim story. Supporting the yeshiva ensures that Jewish children are raised with Torah and mitzvos and sustains the spiritual strength of the entire community. The Rebbe blesses the supporters and their families with both material and spiritual blessings.