9036 —השפעת תשרי, הרמוניה במשפחה, והדרכה לבית

B"H, the days of Cheshvan, 5726.

Brooklyn, NY.

Shalom u'Vrachah!

I acknowledge receipt of your letter... May it be G‑d's will that you share good news among us. Especially as we come, together with all of Israel, from the month of Tishrei—the general month for the entire year—which is "the time of most of our rejoicing," and concludes and seals the festivals within it: the festival which is generally "the time of our rejoicing," and specifically the joy of Shemini Atzeres and Simchas Torah—a great joy in Torah and its mitzvos. The matters of a general month are meant to influence and be drawn into all the days of the coming year.

With blessings for good news.

M. Schneersohn

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In many cases similar to your situation—an increase in attention from a husband to his wife adds to her health, etc. Of course—this must be an increase she can feel.

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Regarding your questions about details in your conduct—especially in managing your home after your marriage in accordance with Torah and mitzvos (in those matters where there are stricter or more lenient opinions)—it is understood that not all circumstances, environments, or individuals are alike. As our Sages say: there are stringencies in a place one leaves and in a place one arrives (and similarly regarding families etc.). In any case, speak about everything with the local rabbi. How wondrous is the virtue of "Sanctify yourself with what is permitted to you"—as explained in Chassidus that through this specifically one draws down from the essence of Or Ein Sof (the Infinite Light), which is above even Atzilus—the revelation for the future (see Sefer HaMaamarim 5660).

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I acknowledge receipt of your letter—stories about our holy Rebbes etc., in addition to lists of participants in classes—and may it be G‑d's will that you share good news in Torah and mitzvos soon.

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From visitors here—officials from the Department of Education—complaints were brought about your son...that when tested he was found lacking knowledge etc., and surely you can awaken and motivate him to fill this deficiency (from books etc.) without your son knowing that complaints were brought before me about this; this should suffice.

Summary

Tishrei’s collective spiritual energy should inspire us throughout the year. The Rebbe highlights how thoughtful attention within marriage strengthens well-being and advises seeking rabbinic guidance for household matters while maintaining sensitivity to individual circumstances.