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Rachel Telshevsky is identified in the correspondence as an educator of Jewish children, engaged in teaching and guiding her students in religious practice and values.
The Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, wrote to Rachel Telshevsky in response to her report that her students had begun davening (praying), and her request for a blessing on their behalf. The Rebbe expresses joy at her dedication and emphasizes the preciousness of every Jewish child in the eyes of the Alm-ghty, stating that each is cherished even more than an only child is by his parents. He assures her that the L-rd desires to grant every child blessing and success in all their matters.
The Rebbe further highlights the sacred obligation and merit of educators to do everything within their ability to ensure that children become pure and worthy vessels to receive Divine blessings. He specifically encourages instilling yiras Shamayim (awe of Heaven) through practical observances such as wearing yarmulkes and tzitzis (tallis katan), reciting Modeh Ani, making blessings, and saying Shema Yisrael. The Rebbe assures that such efforts will lead to success with the children and will also bring blessing and success to those engaged in this holy work. He concludes with blessings for Rachel Telshevsky's personal success as well.