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Rabbi Shmuel Levin was a respected elder Chassid residing in Baltimore, known for his association with the original Tomchei Temimim Yeshivah in Lubavitch. His connection to the Chabad-Lubavitch movement and its leadership is evident from the correspondence he received from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson.
The Lubavitcher Rebbe addressed Rabbi Shmuel Levin in a warm and personal letter dated 16 Iyar 5711 (1951), expressing joy at hearing news of him through Rabbi Eliyahu Simpson. The Rebbe noted that Rabbi Levin had recently participated in a farbrengen (Chassidic gathering), reminiscing about his formative years within the walls of the Tomchei Temimim Yeshivah in Lubavitch. The Rebbe emphasized the teaching of the Baal Shem Tov, as transmitted by his father-in-law, the Previous Rebbe, that every occurrence in a Jew’s life is by Divine Providence. He encouraged Rabbi Levin to recognize the spiritual significance of such gatherings, noting their potential to inspire closeness to the Source of Life—Torah and mitzvos.
The Rebbe highlighted the lasting impact of learning Chassidus and following its ways, stressing that even a single experience leaves a lifelong impression. He encouraged Rabbi Levin to continue fostering warmth in Torah study and good deeds, assuring him that sincere willpower would lead to success. The Rebbe enclosed a recently published sichah (Chassidic discourse) from his father-in-law for Rabbi Levin’s benefit and concluded with blessings for him and his family.