6405 —עידוד להסמכת מורים ולהסמכת רבנות

B"H, 19 Tammuz, 5718. Brooklyn.

Shalom u'Vrachah!

... And on another matter, it seems that in the coming weeks there will be exams for those studying in the teachers' course under the vavac"h iy"a nu"n etc. Harama"a Zilbershterem, which you are also among them. Certainly it is unnecessary to remind you that I also mean you should approach this with appropriate energy. The main thing is that you should acquire all the necessary knowledge and be able to utilize your talents to influence others, having official authority as well—since at first, one needs a certificate as testimony before listeners recognize the value of the influencer even without it. Since it has become known here regarding the law that someone with rabbinic ordination has an elevated level of authority, I hope he will not neglect this either—especially since it seems it was once discussed that if you have official high school diploma, over time you will be able to use your talents to spread Judaism as mentioned above, because rabbinic certification will evoke greater respect among listeners—and this is clear.

May it be G‑d's will that he brings good news in all the above...

With blessings for good tidings, on behalf of the Lubavitcher Rebbe shlita, Secretary

Summary

This letter highlights the value of formal credentials in Jewish education and outreach. The Rebbe's secretary urges pursuing both teaching and rabbinic certification to maximize one's positive influence and ability to spread Judaism effectively.