6269 —השפעה על הרבים וחשיבות החינוך

B"H, 23 Iyar, 5718.

Brooklyn.

Havavac"h iy"a nu"n involved in tzt"z Mohe Yonah Eidelkopf

Shalom u'Vrachah!

In response to your letter from the eve of the bright day of Lag BaOmer. I was pleased to read about your meeting with several people who have influence over many among the Jewish people. From this it is understood that every good impression you make on them—especially since it is known that ultimately the impression will express itself in some practical way—will be multiplied many times over, since it affects those influenced by these individuals.

From this it is clear that every effort and even toil is worthwhile, since this is not just for an individual (about whom it is said: "Whoever sustains a single soul from Israel, it is as if he sustained an entire world") but for the many. Especially regarding what you wrote in your last letter—this concerns the field of education, meaning young people who after some time will build their own homes, which should be Jewish homes founded on Torah and mitzvah principles.

And since G‑d's measure is measure for measure but multiplied many times over, may it be His will that the fruits of your above-mentioned efforts—which a person enjoys in this world—be repaid to you by Hashem with abundant true satisfaction from all your children for long and good years.

Blessings for good news.

Summary

The Rebbe teaches that influencing those who impact others multiplies our positive effect exponentially. Efforts in education are especially valuable, as they shape future generations and bring lasting blessings and satisfaction from one's children.