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Moshe Kol was a prominent Israeli public servant who held leadership roles in youth immigration and absorption, notably within the Youth Aliyah department. His correspondence with the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, reflects his involvement in collaborative efforts to support Jewish youth, particularly in the areas of education and integration of new immigrants to Israel.
The letters exchanged between Moshe Kol and the Rebbe are cordial and express mutual respect and a shared concern for the welfare of Jewish youth. The Rebbe thanks Mr. Kol for his willingness to cooperate with Chabad institutions in Israel, especially regarding projects that serve vulnerable children and new immigrants. The correspondence covers several key initiatives:
1. Educational Institutions for Rescued Children: The Rebbe discusses with Mr. Kol the establishment of educational institutions with branches dedicated to children rescued from missionary activity. Mr. Kol indicated that, provided the facilities and staff are appropriate, the offices under his management would cover half the financial costs, with the expectation that the remainder would be secured from other government sources.
2. Support for Moroccan Jewish Immigrants: Another significant topic is the integration of students from Chabad educational institutions in Morocco who wish to immigrate to Israel. The Rebbe relays Mr. Kol’s assurance that these students would be able to continue their education according to their and their parents' wishes, without coercion, and would receive comprehensive support from Youth Aliyah until the age of seventeen.
3. Agricultural School in Kfar Chabad: The letters also address plans for establishing an agricultural school in Kfar Chabad, with Mr. Kol’s department providing substantial financial backing. The Rebbe expresses gratitude for this support and discusses the practical arrangements for funding and construction, emphasizing the importance of such institutions for the community.
In subsequent correspondence, the Rebbe thanks Mr. Kol for his participation in celebrations at Kfar Chabad and for his role in advancing the construction of youth absorption facilities. The Rebbe expresses confidence in Mr. Kol’s continued efforts and underscores the spiritual and communal significance of their joint work.
The Rebbe’s letters to Moshe Kol are marked by appreciation, encouragement, and a sense of shared mission. The Rebbe highlights the profound responsibility and privilege associated with influencing the lives of Jewish youth, referencing both Torah and Chassidic teachings on the importance of nurturing the next generation. He also offers blessings for success and true freedom—both material and spiritual—for Mr. Kol and all those involved in these vital endeavors.