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Menachem Man is the recipient of a letter from the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, in which he is addressed with honorific titles and engages in halachic and chassidic discussion. The correspondence reveals him to be a chassid with awareness and appreciation of his chassidic lineage, seeking guidance on matters of Jewish law and custom.
The letter from the Rebbe, dated 12 Tishrei 5712 (1951), responds to a question posed by Menachem Man regarding the proper order of the blessings "Leshev BaSukkah" and "Shehecheyanu" on the second night of Sukkos, as presented in the Siddur according to the Nusach of Admor HaZaken (the Alter Rebbe). The Rebbe explains that the Chabad custom, as practiced in his community, is based on the traditions transmitted by his father-in-law, the previous Rebbe, regarding the practices of the Rebbe Maharash. He provides references to the relevant sources and clarifies the reasoning behind the custom, emphasizing the precision with which the Chabad Rebbeim observed and transmitted their customs.
The Rebbe also addresses the phenomenon of previously undisclosed customs and stories being revealed in the current generation, describing this as a special merit. He expresses pleasure upon learning that Menachem Man is aware of and values his chassidic heritage, and that he conducts himself accordingly.
In his letter, the Rebbe encourages Menachem Man to maintain the daily study practices established by the previous Rebbe, including learning a portion of Chumash with Rashi, reciting a daily portion of Tehillim, and studying Tanya according to the set schedule. The Rebbe describes these practices as vessels for drawing down blessing and success in all matters. He concludes with heartfelt blessings for long and healthy years, filled with goodness, specifically Torah and mitzvos.