8826 —הבעת תודה על תמיכה בישיבת אחי תמימים

B"H, 24 Iyar, 5724.

Brooklyn.

Mr. Tzion, may he live.

Shalom u'Vrachah!

It is with pleasure that I read from time to time the letters of Haraha"ch Rav Poalim iy"a nu"n Baal Middos HaRach"sh, may he live, regarding your activities in matters of Judaism within your esteemed camp, including and especially about your actions and assistance concerning the holy yeshiva Achai Temimim under the leadership of the aforementioned Haraha"ch, may he live.

Even though "the reward for a mitzvah is the mitzvah itself," meaning that the greatest reward is the very act of performing the mitzvah—so seemingly there is no place for expressing thanks from flesh and blood—nevertheless, it is my duty and pleasure to express thanks for the great satisfaction this brings, in addition to what was mentioned above: that the reward for a mitzvah is the mitzvah itself.

The merit of these activities is great; may it stand by you, your wife, and your entire family for all their needs, both spiritual and material.

With honor and blessing to continue these activities with health, joy, and gladness of heart—and indeed, the merit of the many assists you.

Summary

The Rebbe teaches that supporting Torah institutions like Yeshiva Achai Temimim brings immense spiritual merit. While true reward lies in doing the mitzvah itself, expressing gratitude strengthens communal bonds and encourages continued efforts in Jewish education.