Slonim - Yehuda Leib

סלונים - יהודא ליב

Yehuda Leib Slonim (Chabad Activist)

Yehuda Leib Slonim is addressed in correspondence from the Lubavitcher Rebbe as an active participant in Chabad community life, particularly involved in organizing farbrengens (Chassidic gatherings) and the dissemination of Torah and mitzvos.

Correspondence with the Rebbe

The Rebbe's letter to Yehuda Leib Slonim, dated 29 Kislev 5715 (1954), responds warmly to Slonim's report about a farbrengen held on Yud-Tes Kislev, the Festival of Redemption commemorating the liberation of the Alter Rebbe. The Rebbe expresses pleasure at hearing about the gathering and emphasizes the importance of translating inspiration from such events into practical resolutions, especially in spreading the "wellsprings" of Chassidus and strengthening Torah observance.

The Rebbe addresses a specific question from Slonim regarding the appropriate venue for farbrengens—whether to hold them in a synagogue or in a private home. The Rebbe advises that both settings are valuable and necessary, referencing a similar ruling given by his father-in-law, the Previous Rebbe. He explains that public venues like synagogues have the advantage of communal participation, while private homes benefit from the spiritual elevation brought into the household. The Rebbe recommends alternating between the two, taking into account local circumstances, but cautions against establishing a rigid rule.

The tone of the correspondence is encouraging and practical, offering blessings for good health and success in communal endeavors.

Shiurim in this topic

3148. Farbrengen Location: Synagogue or Private Home? מקום ההתועדות, בית הכנסת או בית פרטי

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4436. Farbrengen, Reciting Tehillim, and Inspiring the Community התועדות, אמירת תהלים, והשראת הקהילה

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4552. Spreading the Wellsprings and the Mission of the Avrechim Shluchim הפצת המעינות ושליחות האברכים השלוחים

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4698. Utilizing the Shluchim's Visit for Spreading the Wellsprings ניצול ביקור השלוחים להפצת המעיינות

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