The Rebbe’s advice

The Rebbe advises maintaining peace when praying in synagogues with different customs—compromising on tallis placement, but insisting on wearing a gartel. He also addresses candle numbers, gravestone text, and blesses for a good year. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5788

In response to harsh words spoken against learning Chassidus, the Rebbe advises presenting sources from the Arizal, the Baal Shem Tov, the Rebbe Rashab, and even the Vilna Gaon linking its study to the Geulah. If the rabbi disagrees, he must state it openly; otherwise, he should retract publicly. This will at least deter such statements in the future. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5786

: In response to a newspaper clipping, the Rebbe stresses that true influence comes not from questioning others but by personally living as a model of authentic Yiddishkeit—daily tefillah, tefillin, kashrus, and Shabbos. He urges strengthening Jewish practice openly and faithfully, shaping youth through living example. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5785

The Rebbe thanks for the report of recent activities and urges preparation for the upcoming festivals—Sukkos, Simchas Beis HaShoeva, Shemini Atzeres, and Simchas Torah. With three consecutive days of joy, he blesses that their efforts and impact increase with health, happiness, and success in spreading Chassidus. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5784

The Rebbe highlights the miraculous protection of Kfar Chabad since its founding in 1948, crediting the merit of the Rebbeim. He urges residents to strengthen peace and unity as the true vessel for Hashem's blessings, ensuring forgiveness and revealed good. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5783

he Rebbe urges using the role in the IDF rabbinate not only for classification but to strengthen soldiers' faith, especially Sephardim. He advises planning with Rabbi Zalmanov, printing a pocket guide of halachos, and stresses that soldiers must increase holiness and Torah study, particularly those in the rabbinate. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5782

The Rebbe explains that fear exists only through one's thoughts, and distraction through Torah and mitzvos removes it—since even a little light drives away much darkness. He advises consulting a doctor for health and blesses for a good sealing in revealed good. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5790

The Rebbe reminds that a son's travel was conditional on clear improvement in conduct; without it, remaining near his parents is truly best. He blesses that in these days of sealing, the final inscription be good in all matters, urging joy and use of talents for Klal Yisrael. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5789

The Rebbe blesses for a good sealing in all matters, urging joy and use of talents for Klal Yisrael. He explains that worries disturbing peace of mind are temporary and negligible compared to eternal matters, since even time itself is a creation. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5787

The Rebbe thanks Montreal Tzach for their report, stressing the need to use the fresh impact of camp for education and outreach as the school year begins. He blesses the counselors for success in spreading Yiddishkeit and Chassidus, assured of reward and continued growth. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5781

The Rebbe strongly rejects despair and excuses for inaction, urging continued efforts regardless of challenges. Success is granted from Above, especially in our times, and one must focus on real activities, not complaints—then the causes for discouragement will fade. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5780

The Rebbe stresses the wedding as a foundation for eternal blessing and encourages proper conduct in Torah study customs. He advises consulting a doctor regarding reading difficulties, using individual strengths for growth, and giving daily tzedakah before prayer. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5779

The Rebbe stresses that one who harmed a Chabad student in holy education must ask forgiveness publicly, as required in Torah. The matter should be resolved before Yom Kippur, in line with the Mishnah at the end of Yoma. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5778

The Rebbe advises resolving disputes about hosting guests by following a halachic authority. Beyond hosting, one should share Hashem's greatness through Chassidus, for to inspire others we must deepen our own knowledge—empowered by the mission of spreading the wellsprings. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5778

The Rebbe stresses that one who harmed a Chabad student in holy education must ask forgiveness publicly, as required in Torah. The matter should be resolved before Yom Kippur, in line with the Mishnah at the end of Yoma. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/001/5777

Refers to sources on Torah reading during a public fast day, noting varied customs regarding the Tochacha. In the local synagogue, the baal koreh ascends without being called by name and recites both blessings before and after the reading. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5776

Expresses shock at a ticket purchased for travel on a ship run entirely by Jews desecrating Shabbat publicly. Highlights the grave issue of chillul Shabbat and chillul Hashem, stresses the duty to respectfully dissuade such actions, and rejects leniencies based on misunderstanding ship operations. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5775

Clarifies issues of paying for excess baggage, proper blessings when seeing the Land, rejecting claims that 1948 altered halacha, and noting missed opportunities for tithing and added holiness. Concludes with a wish that love for the Land inspire fulfilling the charge to “make here Eretz Yisrael.” https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5774

Advises not to argue with those who mock Judaism, as it stems from emotion and disappointment rather than intellect. Instead, gently suggest keeping traditions even out of doubt, explaining this is not hypocrisy—since every Jew's inner soul truly desires mitzvah observance. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5773

Extends blessings for a sweet new year, acknowledges received writings, and clarifies that the Alter Rebbe's dispute was not with R. Shlomo of Karlin, who died earlier, but possibly the Kozhnitzer Maggid. Notes omissions in Archei Kabbalah and the author's unusual editorial choices, while valuing the work for promoting study of inner Torah. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5772

Standing at the threshold of the new year, reflection shows that Israel's survival has never depended on power, land, or culture, but solely on Torah and mitzvos. Assimilation and compromise endanger our essence, while our uniqueness—living as “a kingdom of priests and a holy nation”—is our true strength and mission. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5771

Guidance that inspiration from Above must be anchored in Torah and mitzvos to last. The evil inclination resists in many ways, but awareness of its source strengthens resolve. Encouragement to maintain a Torah and Chassidus study schedule, with blessings for success and good news. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5770

Acknowledgment of the convention report with blessings for success in implementing its decisions with continued inspiration. Entering the new year, may increased divine light grant strength, health, and blessing. Suggestion: publish a periodic booklet featuring activities and convention highlights. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5769

A dream involving the late mother prompts checking whether the burial was performed properly (ensuring no autopsy was done) and examining the mezuzot in her home. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5768

The Rebbe discusses a new possibility to resolve Kfar Chabad's housing issue through foreign-currency loans with government guarantees and mortgages to secure investments. If viable, suitable lenders may be found. The Rebbe seeks an opinion and adds words of encouragement on Divine Providence before the new year. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/013/5767

The Rebbe, though satisfied in part, reminds that “good is good, but better is expected.” Temimim must be true “lamps to illuminate,” serving as role models in Chassidus, prayer, nigleh, and derech eretz, influencing their peers. He awaits good news and blesses them with success in Torah and yiras Shamayim. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/005_igros_kodesh/001_tishrei/1224

The Rebbe blesses him for a good, sweet year with success in studies and yiras Shamayim. Regarding travel, since Divine Providence placed him in Australia to spread Chassidus, he should continue this work, at least in part, and later seek other roles. Even imperfect intent still brings true benefit. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1223

The Rebbe blesses him for the new year with ksiva v'chasima tova for a good and sweet year in gashmiyus and ruchniyus, great success with his students in spreading Torah with yiras Shamayim, and abundant Chassidishe nachas from all his children, in peace of body and soul. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1222

The Rebbe will read his pan at the Ohel before Rosh Hashanah. Regarding visiting Eretz Yisrael after Sukkos, he questions the appropriateness in a Shemitah year. He also inquires about his son, following earlier discussions, and concludes with blessings for a good and sweet year in gashmiyus and ruchniyus. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1221

The Rebbe comforts him not to worry about health, as Hashem guides the birurim toward revealed good. He is pleased with his efforts to strengthen Yiddishkeit for others, which brings light and blessing also to him, aiding success in Torah, Chassidus, and all matters. Concludes with blessings for a good, sweet year. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1220

The Rebbe is glad her husband feels better and her son helped in business, hoping for continued good news. He praises her organizing a women's Chevra Kadisha, a great merit of true kindness, and prays we soon merit techiyas hameisim. He blesses her and her family with a good, sweet year. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1219

The Rebbe affirms his public efforts will only expand channels of livelihood and bring true Yiddishe nachas from his daughter. He mentioned the family at the Ohel on Chai Elul for blessing and success, and advises correcting any harm to Jews in business. He ends with wishes for a good, sweet year. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1218

The Rebbe blesses the members of “Nusach Ari,” “Tzemach Tzedek,” and “Lubavitch” shuls for a good, sweet year. He stresses the weight of these sacred names and the duty to uphold them—growing membership, especially youth, adding Torah and Chassidus study with farbrengens, making each shul vibrant and full of light. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1217

On the threshold of 5712, a Shemitah year, the Rebbe urges Jews everywhere to rise above “earthliness,” reject false ideals, and infuse all of life—even material pursuits—with holiness through Torah and mitzvos. With such resolve, we will merit a good and sweet year filled with revealed blessings. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1216

As we prepare for 5712, the Shemitah year, the Rebbe teaches its message: to pause from materialism, live wholly “Shabbat LaHashem,” and unify all of life—Torah, work, and daily needs—in service of Hashem. With such resolve for the new year, we merit a good and sweet year in revealed goodness. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1215

The Rebbe sends the Rosh Hashanah kuntres, urging it be studied in groups, as Torah is acquired through humility and connection with others. He recalls the Frierdiker Rebbe's story of extending Rosh Hashanah's light through chassidus study, and encourages all to do likewise, drawing its radiance into every aspect of life. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1214

The Rebbe urges learning maamarim together before and during the Yamim Noraim, when all souls stand united before Hashem. He recounts the Baal Shem Tov, Maggid, and Alter Rebbe's teachings on uniting love of Hashem, Torah, and Israel—especially loving every Jew simply as a Jew—opening the “Upper Gate” and hastening the true Geulah. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1213

The Rebbe is pleased by the Chai Elul farbrengen, noting success comes once work is begun, even if attendance is small at first. Regarding his position as shochet, he should currently focus on poultry until the issues with large-animal shechita are resolved. He will mention all named at the Ohel and blesses for a good, sweet year. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1212

The Rebbe is pleased to hear of the Chai Elul farbrengen with study of the Frierdiker Rebbe's talks, surely awakening love of fellow Jew, Torah, and Hashem—unified as taught by the Baal Shem Tov and Alter Rebbe. He blesses that resolutions be fulfilled and wishes a good, sweet year in gashmiyus and ruchniyus. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1211

The Rebbe notes that Chai Elul, birthdays of the Baal Shem Tov and Alter Rebbe, brings vitality into all aspects of Elul—teshuvah, Torah, tefillah, and gemilus chasadim, as reflected in its acronyms. He extends heartfelt blessings to him and his family for a good and sweet year in both gashmiyus and ruchniyus. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1210

The Rebbe thanks for the update on the Shepparton yeshiva and advises not to move to Melbourne until student numbers suffice, as one doesn't leave a beis midrash before a new one is ready. A teacher's talents should remain for the yeshiva unless no conflict arises. He blesses them with a good, sweet year. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1209

The Rebbe relates that naming a child is the parents' decision, as stated by the Frierdiker Rebbe. He advises saying Psalm 20 (“Lamenatzeach”) before sleep, repeating the verse “Ya'ancha” with intent. He will read the pan at the Ohel and blesses the family with a good and sweet new year materially and spiritually. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/elul/1208