‘Something’ You Could Do for Me
If you want to do something for the Rebbe, serve as a living example of a proud and happy Jewish couple unfazed by difficulties
By the Grace of G-d
11th of Tammuz, 5717
Brooklyn, N. Y.
Mr. & Mrs. Benjamin Saacks
116, Cazenove Rd.
Stoke Newington
London, N. 16
England
Greeting and Blessing:
I was pleased to receive your letter of the 8th of Tammuz, in which you describe your wedding, that it was a real Jewish marriage, which left a deep impression on the families of both sides, with evident results of inspiring them to increased Jewish observance.
Inasmuch as a Jewish marriage is called an "Everlasting Edifice," as is the text in the blessings recited under the Chuppah, and this edifice is set up on the day of marriage, I trust that this will be so in your case, and that you will be truly happy, materially and spiritually, all your life.
I hope, as in the past, you will continue to maintain close contact with Rabbi Gurkow and his circle of friends, which will be a source of inspiration to you and will increase your success in all your affairs.
Once again I send you my prayerful wishes for Mazel Tov, Mazel Tov, coupled with the blessing of the Day of Deliverance (12-13 of Tammuz) of my father-in-law of saintly memory. I trust that you know something about the importance of these days, and will also participate in the special Chassidic gathering which will observe this historic occasion in true Chassidic fashion, which means increased inspiration and devotion in matters of Torah and Mitzvoth, and the Chassidic way of life.
With blessing,
M. Schneerson
Source: Photocopy of the original.
Mr. Binyomin and Mrs. Shterna Sarah Saacks were among the first members and pioneers of the Lubavitch community in London. Mr. Saacks corresponded regularly with the Rebbe, who was intimately involved in their lives and counseled them in personal, family, and professional matters. For additional letters addressed to the Saacks family, see letter dated 14 Shevat 5718, and as referenced there.
