Shaulzon, Shmuel Elazar

שאולזון - שמואל אלעזר

Shmuel Elazar Shaulzon — Activist

This summary is drawn from the Rebbe's letters to him (about 5713–5723, 1953–1963); I did not find a published biography.

What the letters show

Saving Jewish children. The Rebbe wrote that every possible effort must be made to save Jewish children from non-religious education (IK 2263).

Spreading Judaism. He encouraged using every available platform to spread Chassidus, with careful preparation (IK 4294), and taught that unwavering dedication to spreading authentic Judaism brings success despite obstacles (IK 7714). Public Shabbos observance reflects core Jewish identity (IK 6097). He encouraged continued sharing of Torah publications (IK 9039).

Custom. A boy's first haircut is done after he turns three (IK 3946).

Sources: the Rebbe's letters cited above.

Shiurim in this topic

2263. Saving Children from Non-Religious Education and Upholding Torah Principles הצלת ילדים מחינוך לא דתי ושמירת עקרי התורה

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3946. A Boy's First Haircut at Age Three and Its Chasidic Significance תספורת ראשונה של ילד בגיל שלוש ומשמעותה בחסידות

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6097. Sanctity of Shabbat in Public and Israeli Shipping Issues קדושת השבת בפרהסיא ועניני הספנות הישראלית

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7714. Participation in Government Coalitions and Spreading Judaism השתתפות בקואליציא ממשלתית והפצת היהדות

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9039. Encouragement to Share Publications and Spread Torah Truth עידוד לשלוח פרסומים ולהפיץ את תורת האמת

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4294. Utilizing Media to Spread Chassidus and Preparing for Lag BaOmer ניצול המדיה להפצת החסידות והכנות לל"ג בעומר

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