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Yosef Raskin is a Jewish individual who corresponded with the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, in the early 1950s. From the Rebbe's letter, it is evident that Raskin was involved in the education of Jewish children and took an active interest in his own Torah study and spiritual growth.
The letter from the Rebbe, dated Tu B'Shevat 5712 (1952), expresses joy upon receiving a personal letter from Yosef Raskin, after previously hearing about him through others. The Rebbe encourages Raskin to maintain regular written communication, emphasizing that such correspondence can bring an increase in Torah and mitzvos.
The Rebbe addresses Raskin's omission of details regarding his fixed times for studying both the revealed aspects of Torah (Nigleh) and Chassidus. The Rebbe notes that there are several young men in Raskin's city with whom he can establish regular study sessions in these areas, urging him to arrange this promptly if he has not already done so.
Responding to Raskin's concern about not having had the opportunity to study Torah in his youth, the Rebbe offers encouragement by citing examples of great Jewish leaders who began their studies later in life and still achieved great success. The Rebbe stresses that this should not serve as an excuse to lessen one's current commitment to Torah study, particularly in the study of Chassidus.
Finally, the Rebbe acknowledges the merit and responsibility that Raskin has in educating Jewish children—described as "G-d's children"—and drawing their hearts closer to their Father in Heaven. The Rebbe assures Raskin of Divine assistance (siyata d'shmaya) in both his personal learning and in the education of his children, together with his wife.