Letters From the Rebbe - Personal and public correspondence of the Rebbe

In answer to your letter, in which you write that you are having difficulties with earning a livelihood, to the extent that (you think) you were forced to work on Shabbos and Jewish Holidays (G-d forbid!)

To Switch Jobs?

Monday, November 04, 1968 - Cheshvan 13, 5729

In my opinion, you should try as much as possible to continue in your position as a Professor

Countering Despair

Thursday, October 03, 1968 - Tishrei 11, 5729

It is a great wonder that a Jew could be in such a mood because any person, and especially a Jewish person, is not allowed to despair

Dealing With Phobia

Monday, September 27, 1976 - Tishrei 3, 5737

A gentleman wrote to the Rebbe in English about his wife who suffered from agoraphobia (fear of being in a public place)

Rebbe, My Parents Are Fighting!

Sunday, January 11, 1959 - Shevat 2, 5719

When he will see that she doesn't want to argue and fight, his desire to argue will also weaken and decrease over time.

When to Begin Lighting Shabbat Candles

Friday, October 17, 1958 - Cheshvan 3, 5719

The custom in the Rebbe's family is that we start lighting at a very young age.

The Path Towards Satisfaction

Tuesday, September 04, 1956 - Elul 28, 5716

With everything in existence, one must transform things from the potential to the actual and develop them.

All Growth Comes With Initial Difficulties

Monday, July 12, 1954 - Tammuz 11, 5714

To the Owner of a Hotel

Monday, July 05, 1954 - Tammuz 4, 5714

Healthy Eating Habits

Tuesday, September 18, 1956 - Tishrei 13, 5717

All Beginnings Are Difficult

Friday, October 22, 1976 - Tishrei 28, 5737

A Person Is Given Strength to Overcome Challenges

Sunday, November 14, 1976 - Cheshvan 21, 5737

Don't Be Ashamed to Speak About Family Purity

Monday, October 26, 1953 - Cheshvan 17, 5714

You should immediately find out if she is keeping the Laws of Family Purity as Jewish daughters should keep them.

Encouragement to a Teacher

Wednesday, May 30, 1956 - Sivan 20, 5716

In all matters of Torah and Mitzvos, Hashem grants us the abilities and energy to do it.

Completing Studies to Become a Certified Teacher

Tuesday, December 10, 1957 - Kislev 17, 5718

In my opinion, you should try as much as possible to complete your studies so that you will be a certified teacher or preschool teacher.

Constantly Advancing

Tuesday, January 16, 1973 - Shevat 13, 5733

True serenity, which is connected with true peace of mind, can only be attained by a person if he doesn’t remain in one place and situation

Encouraging Positive Speech In the Classroom

Sunday, February 05, 1961 - Shevat 19, 5721

G‑d’s love towards every single one of the Jewish people is greater than the love of parents to their only child

Jewish Children as the Guarantors of the Torah

Monday, June 04, 1951 - Iyar 29, 5711

A Shavuot Message

Birthday Wishes From the Chicago City Council

Wednesday, April 13, 1977 - Nissan 25, 5737

Your warm sentiments are particularly welcome and meaningful in view of the fact that the city of Chicago hosts renowned educational and religious institutions sponsored by our Chabad-Lubavitch movement

How Do I Maintain Concentration During Prayer?

Thursday, April 17, 1975 - Iyar 6, 5735

I can't concentrate during prayer. What to do?

No One Cannot Achieve

Thursday, January 01, 1981 - Tevet 25, 5741

January 1, 1981

Who is to say which one is more important, which one makes a greater contribution?

Guidance for the directorate of Agudas Chabad in Eretz Yisrael

Monday, October 19, 1953 - Cheshvan 10, 5714

Letter No. 1136:

Guidance for the directorate of Kfar Chabad

Monday, October 19, 1953 - Cheshvan 10, 5714

Letter No. 1135:

Advice regarding fundraising for the Lubavitcher Yeshivah in Eretz Yisrael

Monday, August 20, 1951 - Av 18, 5711

Letter No. 1134:

Comfort granted from Above; contrast between “Everything that the Merciful One does is done for good” & “This too is for the good”

Monday, August 20, 1951 - Av 18, 5711

Letter No. 1133:

A unique letter to a supporter of the Rebbe’s work

Friday, August 17, 1951 - Av 15, 5711

Letter No. 1132:

A response to a request for a loan

Thursday, August 16, 1951 - Av 14, 5711

Letter No. 1131:

The Rebbe’s commitment to fulfill the requests made of him

Thursday, August 16, 1951 - Av 14, 5711

Letter No. 1130:

Yud-Beis Tammuz; need to seek out positive qualities of every Jew; importance of publicizing Chassidism in magazines & newspapers

Monday, August 13, 1951 - Av 11, 5711

Letter No. 1129:

A condolence letter

Friday, August 10, 1951 - Av 8, 5711

Letter No. 1128:

A wish that the postponement of the fast of Tishah BeAv lead to its complete nullification

Friday, August 10, 1951 - Av 8, 5711

Letter No. 1127:

Details regarding the approach to a specific issue; whether the Beis HaMikdash will descend from Above or be constructed by Mashiach

Thursday, August 09, 1951 - Av 7, 5711

Letter No. 1126:

Blessings and guidance with regard to holding the celebration of an upsherinish

Monday, August 06, 1951 - Av 4, 5711

Letter No. 1125:

Need to Correct Sin of Unwarranted Hatred That Caused Destruction of the Beis HaMikdash

Monday, August 06, 1951 - Av 4, 5711

Letter No. 1124:

When one Jew illuminates his [private] corner, his portion of the world is illumined and light is increased until the exile [as a whole] will ultimately be illuminated and we will merit the complete and true Redemption in our time, led by Mashiach.

The difference between the approaches of Chassidus and Mussar; the need to banish sadness and serve G d with joy

Monday, August 06, 1951 - Av 4, 5711

Letter No. 1123:

Whether a woman who would be endangered by becoming pregnant is permitted to practice contraception

Monday, August 06, 1951 - Av 4, 5711

Letter No. 1122:

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