To date there are 30 volumes of the Rebbe’s correspondence (Igros Kodesh) that have been published. In the Rebbe's correspondence one sees his scholarship, concern for every individual, and the communal projects which he pioneered. This podcast is a recording from our daily studies in these letters.
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The Rebbe explains that the significance of Tishrei lies in the service of baalei teshuvah, contrasting it with the joy of tzadikim in other times. He emphasizes careful dissemination of Chassidus, the meaningfulness of divine reward, and the preparation of Torah material for Rosh Chodesh Kislev. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5871
The Rebbe emphasizes that study must lead to action, especially in Chassidus. He encourages ongoing communication between communities to avoid contradictions, continued dissemination of Torah abroad, and coordinated efforts in teaching and outreach, all contributing to spreading the wells of inspiration. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5870
The Rebbe notes Rosh Chodesh Kislev as a time of spiritual renewal, linking it to the study of Chassidus and the paths of the Rebbes. Just as the head encompasses the body, this month includes all its days, emphasizing preparation, growth, and the opening of new spiritual doors. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5869
The Rebbe emphasizes conducting business with natural effort alongside Hashem's blessing for success, highlights careful observance of family customs such as married women's hair practices, and stresses that proper home chinuch and Torah guidance bring divine blessing and lasting spiritual influence. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5868
The Rebbe stresses careful attention in parnasah, noting that proper conduct in business and giving tzedakah ensures both material success and spiritual alignment. Actions must be purposeful, combining natural effort with Hashem's blessing for optimal results. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5867
The Rebbe emphasizes careful Torah education, noting that middah k'neged middah enhances success in teaching and expanding students. He stresses relying on local counsel for communal decisions, and warns that unnecessary speech can hinder, rather than help, spreading Chassidic inspiration. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5866
The Rebbe emphasizes bitachon in Hashgacha Pratis, that all of Hashem's actions are for good, and stresses personal engagement in shlichus and Torah avoda. He highlights chinuch of children in proper Yiddishkeit and using one's time and energy for true ruchniyus and gashmiyus. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5865
The Rebbe encourages steadfastness on the path of Torah and mitzvos, noting that apparent difficulties are often illusory. True success aligns with one's spiritual nature, bringing growth in both worldly and spiritual life, and leading from strength to greater strength. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5864
The Rebbe clarifies that the customary version guides the Hallel blessings, emphasizes repairing interpersonal faults with respect and humility, and stresses that Tanya study—even with limited understanding—is fruitful when done joyfully, spreading Chassidic inspiration. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5863
The Rebbe notes that the guidance on Shalosh Seudos printed in Hayom Yom stems directly from the Previous Rebbe and earlier Chassidic teachings, urging greater effort in influencing one's own household with patience and refinement. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5862
The Rebbe expresses distress over excessive drinking, stressing the longstanding demand of the Rebbeim to avoid alcohol except limited amounts for joy—and never to the point of intoxication. Especially in spreading Chassidus today, strict self-restraint is essential, with action taken immediately. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5861
The Rebbe emphasizes that vitality follows effort: learning must be steady and disciplined, even without inner excitement at first. Through consistent study—during and between sederim—and keeping the daily Chumash, Tehillim, and Tanya cycles, the promise of “You toiled and found” is fulfilled. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5860
The Rebbe wishes that no further pain be known in the family, explaining that the promised “double consolation” signifies a far greater and higher good, and prays for both personal and collective comfort with the imminent coming of Moshiach. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5859
The Rebbe urges making regular use of the Argentine Jewish newspaper to publish timely Chassidic inspiration, ideally as a fixed column before Shabbos, and blesses the writer with good news, including expanded livelihood with kindness and mercy. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5858
The Rebbe explains that rectification for neglecting tefillin must address the inner aspect—enhancing intention in this mitzvah—and adds that, since all matters flow through Torah, one should learn and review at proper times teachings on subduing heart and mind. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5857
The Rebbe urges dismissing unfounded worries, checking mezuzos and tefillin, increasing charity and mitzvos, and consulting a specialist for hearing and nervous-system evaluation, bringing added divine blessing for their daughter's health. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5856
The Rebbe urges improving mikvah conditions in Albany, emphasizes proper attention and guidance, and highlights taharah as a reflection of inner Torah, with lasting impact even in galus. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5855
The Rebbe urges widening Chabad activities throughout Brazil, stressing organized camps and Kislev programs that draw youth and families, noting that the power to meet this mission is already granted. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5854
he Rebbe explains the Jerusalem Tanach was printed without listing textual changes and addresses doubts regarding a name discrepancy, noting halachic rulings clarify the matter. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5853
The Rebbe emphasizes that there is always room to enhance holiness, urging Chabad women to focus on future contributions and expand their activities across all areas of Torah life. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5852
The Rebbe explains that distraction should be redirected to Torah study, affirms the impact of Chassidic gatherings, and guides balancing personal growth with aiding others spiritually. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5851
The Rebbe advises that long-term work needs genuine desire, not mere duty, urging renewed consultation and trusting divine guidance for the best path in both material and spiritual life. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5850
The Rebbe cautions that travel for fundraising requires thorough inquiry, noting many face hardship, and urges first pursuing strong local efforts that may yield better, more dignified results. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5849
The Rebbe clarifies that competition shows growing recognition of Torah education, urges intensified effort in schools and programs, and emphasizes using all opportunities to expand and strengthen chinuch. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5848
The Rebbe stresses using broadcasting power to strengthen Jewish life and Torah commitment, urging staff to maximize their influence for spiritual uplift and communal good. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5847
The Rebbe clarifies that “immediate redemption” in Tanya denotes a process rather than the interval between prayers, and encourages maintaining the established study cycles. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5842
The Rebbe advises against moving abroad to repay debts due to risks and costs, urging instead to seek local income with faith, effort, and confidence in better outcomes. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5833b
The Rebbe explains that a loss of desire for Torah is only the yetzer hara's illusion. One must not argue with it, but firmly remember he is serving Hashem and follow the guidance in Tanya—strengthening effort, for “if you toiled and didn't find, don't believe.” https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5846
The Rebbe questions whether the student has acquired sufficient Torah knowledge before pursuing training as a shochet. He urges consulting the yeshivah administration, keeping strong, regular learning in Nigleh and Chassidus, and only then considering such work. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5845
The Rebbe wishes improved health, advises consulting doctors about possible treatment, and emphasizes that stronger trust in Hashem—Who heals all—brings quicker recovery, especially for those who have already witnessed His open kindness. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5844
The Rebbe expresses alarm at a student's exam results, urging him to recognize their message and transform it into real improvement in Torah, Avodah, and Gemilus Chasadim, emphasizing that strong will can overcome all obstacles. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5843
The Rebbe stresses that while all influence must follow the paths of peace and kindness, this never permits violating Torah—especially Shabbos. One must guide with love and firmness, seek advice from G-d-fearing friends, interpret dreams positively, and continue growing in Torah and mitzvos. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5841
The Rebbe explains that the custom to use Calabrian esrogim follows rulings of great poskim who forbid grafted esrogim. Helping Eretz Yisrael comes not by using questionable esrogim but by strengthening Torah and mitzvos—true holiness that brings the final redemption. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5840
The Rebbe explains that pikuach nefesh refers solely to preserving life, not to suffering, as shown in Yoma 85a. He clarifies his note on Rambam, that “ways of Hashem” means maintaining health to serve Hashem, not imitating His attributes, and corrects a textual point in Shulchan Aruch. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5839
The Rebbe supports adding the daily Tehillim portion in school but advises adapting it to each grade's level—full recitation in higher classes and only one psalm in the youngest. This ensures time for Torah studies while nurturing pure Yiras Shamayim in every student. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5838
The Rebbe explains that a ta'anis dibur (speech fast) does not replace a physical fast or its tzedakah substitute, as each serves a distinct purpose. He reminds that every thought, word, and deed must serve Hashem, urging continual growth in both Nigleh and Chassidus learning. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5836
The Rebbe advises that the local committee decide on the internal road issue, consulting elders when needed, and ensuring decisions follow Torah and peace. He stresses that public benefit outweighs private interest and urges residents to care deeply for the community's collective needs. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5835
The Rebbe encourages renewed strength in Torah and mitzvos, assuring that every person has the power to overcome the yetzer hara, as taught in Tanya. Rather than sighing over weakness, one should act—since one deed surpasses a thousand sighs—and merit Hashem's abundant blessings. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5834
The Rebbe advises the partners of Independent Tinware Co. to make Hashem a partner by giving 10–20% of profits to tzedakah. With this commitment and honest conduct in all business dealings, their enterprise will merit Hashem's abundant and swift blessings for success. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5833
The Rebbe blesses success for the new Moroccan students and emphasizes that the scribes are full Talmidei Tomchei Tmimim, learning Nigleh, Chassidus, and davening alongside their sacred craft. Those chosen for this holy work—writing tefillin and mezuzos—bring great merit to the many. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5832
The Rebbe responds that if the man already knows the woman and only seeks further clarification, it isn't necessary to meet her again. Since reliable Torah-observant friends can provide needed details, that is sufficient. By acting with holiness, he will merit blessing and success. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5831
The Rebbe explains that on one's birthday, a person's mazal is strongest, as noted in the Yerushalmi. Each year's date renews its original spiritual energy, similar to nature's cycles, and the Rebbeim observed birthdays privately, showing their deep inner power. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5822
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