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Moshe Pinchas Kohen is addressed in the correspondence of the Lubavitcher Rebbe as a dedicated individual actively involved in promoting Torah education, particularly in arranging for his son and others to study sacred subjects full-time. The Rebbe refers to him with honorific titles and acknowledges his energetic and repeated efforts in communal religious activities.
The Rebbe's letter to Moshe Pinchas Kohen, dated 8th of Marcheshvan, 5715 (1954), expresses pleasure upon receiving news that Kohen had arranged for his son, Ze'ev Yechezkel Kohen, to devote his entire day to Torah study. The Rebbe emphasizes the communal merit involved, noting that Kohen's efforts extend beyond his own family by helping to organize a class for this purpose, thus benefiting the wider community.
The Rebbe draws on teachings from Iggeres HaKodesh of the Alter Rebbe, highlighting that the true greatness of Avraham Avinu was not only in the act of the Akeidah but in his eagerness and joy to fulfill the will of the L-rd. The Rebbe assures Kohen that such dedication brings blessings and protection, as promised in Torah. He further notes that every day the son studies Torah instead of secular subjects, the merit is renewed, and additional blessings accrue according to the abundance of such actions.
In a postscript, the Rebbe encourages Moshe Pinchas Kohen to share the content of the letter with others who have made similar choices, and especially with those who have not yet chosen this "true good." The Rebbe expresses confidence in the power of heartfelt advocacy and blesses Kohen with success as a positive influence in this elevated matter.