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Rabbi Yitzchak Sabag is addressed in the Rebbe’s correspondence as a devoted Torah scholar and Chassid, actively engaged in the work of Yeshivas Oholei Yosef Yitzchak. He is recognized for his dedication to both the spiritual and material well-being of the yeshiva and its students.
The Rebbe’s letter to Rabbi Yitzchak Sabag, dated the 5th of Kislev, 5712 (1951), expresses appreciation for Rabbi Sabag’s ongoing efforts and positive influence within Yeshivas Oholei Yosef Yitzchak. The Rebbe notes that he receives frequent reports about Rabbi Sabag’s work from Rabbi Michael Lipskar, highlighting both his spiritual leadership and his assistance in the practical affairs of the yeshiva.
The Rebbe emphasizes the Chassidic teaching that for a Jew, material matters are inherently spiritual, referencing the Alter Rebbe and the Rambam to underscore the importance of Rabbi Sabag’s contributions. The letter is encouraging in tone, urging Rabbi Sabag to continue and strengthen his holy work, and to further expand the yeshiva’s positive impact. The Rebbe also encloses a booklet about the festival of Yud Tes Kislev, connecting Rabbi Sabag’s efforts to the broader mission of disseminating Chassidus and fostering love of G-d, Torah, and the Jewish people.