In the 1960s, Reb Avraham Parshan was able to influence two girls to become observant and visit the Rebbe. One of the girls came from a traditional family, and her parents were less than enthusiastic about her attraction to Lubavitch. On many occasions, they caused Reb Avraham considerable discomfort.

Reb Avraham mentioned the matter to the Rebbe. The Rebbe replied: “It is not only two girls whom you brought closer. It’s two chains that will go on for generations.”

Both girls married chassidic husbands and raised observant families.