The Tzaddik’s Eternal Influence

The Soviets didn’t like Jews or Eastern Orthodox! I would guess many Jews had to flee the Soviet Union! Like there’s old order Orthodox in America as well as Russia, but have no priest or bishop as I understand it! Similiar must have been done to Jews was it not? Reply

Researching my ancestors who lived in the Pale of Settlement, I found out about Pogroms & Conscription & Maylaws & the Haskala movement and all of the oppressive efforts against Jews in Eastern Europe. I also have learned a little about the righteous efforts and sacrifices of some, like the Rebbe Levi Yitzchak Schneerson, in defense of Jewish persecution. My Great Grandparents who emigrated to America were observant, but my Grandfather who Emigrated and my parents who were born here were not. I think it's maybe because of the Haskala movement that I was brought up with no religion, but I am grateful to the sacrifices of those who bravely stood up against the push for assimilation. Thanks to the Chabad network of the past who may have directly helped my ancestors and Thanks to the Chabad website that has helped me discover the inheritance of my Jewish roots. It's Friday and I look forward to lighting candles later tonight.
Shabbat Shalom! Reply