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Rabbi Yitzchak Aharon Goldin is addressed in the Rebbe’s letters as a dedicated Chassid and communal worker, deeply involved in the education of Jewish children and the strengthening of Jewish life. His activities include organizing Torah education for boys and girls, influencing families to embrace Torah and mitzvos, and establishing educational institutions.
The Rebbe’s letters to Rabbi Goldin are warm and encouraging, recognizing his significant efforts in the field of Jewish education. In a letter dated 28 MarCheshvan 5711, the Rebbe expresses appreciation for Rabbi Goldin’s work in illuminating the lives of Jewish children and their families with the light of Torah and mitzvos, as explained in Chassidus. The Rebbe addresses the challenges faced by educators, reassuring Rabbi Goldin that even when tangible results are not immediately visible, every positive action has profound spiritual impact. Drawing from the teachings of the Previous Rebbe, the Rebbe emphasizes the value of even a single movement or positive change in a Jew, and encourages persistence and heartfelt involvement in educational work.
The Rebbe also highlights the importance of practical aspects such as time management and maintaining order, both in the classroom and during home visits, as these contribute to the effectiveness of their influence. He reminds Rabbi Goldin of the Previous Rebbe’s self-sacrifice for Jewish education, even in the simplest matters, and encourages him to continue this sacred mission with dedication and sincerity.
In a subsequent letter dated 19 Kislev 5711, the Rebbe responds to Rabbi Goldin’s report about the expansion of their educational activities, including the establishment of a new cheder and the involvement of students learning at home. The Rebbe acknowledges receiving the list of students and teachers and mentions that he read it at the resting place of the Previous Rebbe on the auspicious day of Yud-Tes Kislev, the “Rosh Hashanah of Chassidus.” He conveys his blessings for success, both materially and spiritually, and connects their work to the broader mission of spreading Chassidus and strengthening Jewish life, as taught by the Previous Rebbe. The Rebbe assures Rabbi Goldin that the blessings of the Previous Rebbe continue to accompany their efforts.