R. Zvi Elimelech Shapiro of Dinov (Bnei Yissachar)

In the days that followed, the chassidim hotly debated the significance of their rebbe’s final words. Various theories were offered on the Kabbalistic meanings of “wool,” “summer” and “handsome profit.”

Zvi Elimelech's father pulled the boy aside and told him that he must promise never to tell anyone this story until the very last day of his life

A transformation had occurred. Word soon spread that the innkeeper had delicious water in his well.

The Rebbe continued speaking, even as the clock ticked closer to midnight.