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Letter from Rebbe Shalom Moskowitz of Shotz-London – Upholding Modesty, and Halachic Discussion of Chametz on Pesach
Lengthy letter (about 25 lines) handwritten by Rebbe Shalom Moskowitz of Shotz. London, Isru Chag [day after Pesach, ca. 1940s-1950s].
Addressed to R. Yechezkel Abramsky in London. Most of the letter addresses the issue of modesty. The Rebbe asks R. Abramsky to exert his influence to prevent a synagogue in England from removing the partition separating the women's section, and to publicize the Torah's view requiring a partition.
The Rebbe goes on to address a halachic question regarding chametz that was mixed with Pesach flour.
Rebbe Shalom Moskovitz of Shotz (1877-1958), foremost rebbe in the previous generation. A noted halachic authority and kabbalist, his greatness was world-famous and he was highly regarded by the great rebbes of the time.
He served as Rabbi of Shotz (Suceava) from 1903 and as Rebbe in London from 1927. In his will, he pledged to arouse Heavenly mercy upon anyone who would visit his gravesite, light two candles in memory of his soul, and undertake to strengthen himself in a mitzvah or in Torah study.
[1] leaf, official stationery. 25.5 cm. Good condition. Folding marks.
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