Speaking truth to power, leading his flock in a time of crisis and persecution and standing on principle with firm faith in G-d, the Torah and the eternity of the Jewish People - is only part of the legacy of the Tzaddik (righteous and saintly person) whose 70th Yahrtzeit we commemorate this Shabbat.
Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Schneerson (the father of the Rebbe, OBM) was a great Torah scholar and Kabbalist, and Chief Rabbi of Yekaterinaslav, USSR.
Read here about his incredible life and leadership.
On his 70th Yahrtzeit, I'm reminded that while on the one hand things are not always easy for the Jewish People, on the other hand, when we remain committed and firm in our ideals and values, and have the courage to speak up and act in the same manner, the cause of goodness and light will ultimately prevail.
Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Yitzi Schmukler
Director