The feverish preparations have begun for the 6th of Elul, the anniversary of the passing of our master, the Zera Shimshon, of saintly and blessed memory.
"Let my name be remembered in something that is customarily counted." This was the outcry and the plea that was heard 250 years ago, and today it still resounds with full force among tens of thousands of Jews in communities around the world, who have the merit of fulfilling his special request. For many years, it was very difficult to fulfill this unique plea, as his books were not accessible. Today, thanks to the tireless efforts of the World Organization for the Dissemination of the Torah of Zera Shimshon, it is possible to fulfill our master's request. He lost his only and beloved son during his lifetime and did not merit to have other descendants. He pleads with tears in the introductions to his books: "And I, in my poverty and the bitterness of my heart, go about weeping, for I have no children or offspring to serve me after my death. I am compelled to follow in the footsteps of righteous and renowned men who left a blessing behind them, so that my name may be remembered."
It is customary in the world that when a person passes away, his children, grandchildren, and descendants remember his soul for many years: they study Mishnayot and give charity on the anniversary of his passing for the benefit of his soul in the World of Truth. Our master, Rabbeinu the Zera Shimshon, was not granted this. He left behind no children or descendants, and he expresses this lack, this pain, in his writings with abundant tears. Who would not be moved? Who would not want to bring comfort and merit to the soul of a righteous man who gave his life for the sake of the Jewish people?
The World Organization is currently preparing to commemorate his hilula, the 6th of Elul, with uplifting events that will echo from one end of the world to the other — moments of spiritual awakening and elevation of the soul. There will be large-scale study sessions, tens of thousands of Zera Shimshon pamphlets will be printed, along with high-quality booklets containing words from the great sages and spiritual leaders — both those who have passed and those still living — who have spoken and emphasized the special merit of those who bring satisfaction to the Zera Shimshon by studying his Torah.
Heavy financial burdens rest upon the shoulders of the World Organization for the Dissemination of the Torah of Zera Shimshon: organizing the day of the hilula, maintaining the kollelim dedicated to the study of his works, and establishing the World Sanctuary of Salvations — the Bet Hamidrash Zera Shimshon. The Torah is here, “placed in a corner,” accessible to all; whoever wishes to take it, may come and take it. Those who wish to participate in fulfilling the Zera Shimshon’s request throughout the year, and especially on this auspicious day for salvations, may contact the World Organization for the Dissemination of his Torah at: +972-(0)2-80-80-500 and merit to fulfill his extraordinary blessing:
"And your eyes shall see children, children’s children like olive shoots around your table, wise and understanding, and houses filled with all good things. May both wealth and honor never depart from your offspring. Long lives for your children and grandchildren, abundant sustenance for those who perform acts of kindness."
Thousands have been helped by this promise. Your salvation is here—don’t miss it!
Join now the legion of those who fulfill the will of the tzadik and donate to expand the ranks of Torah learners:
- In Israel: +972-52-716-6450
- In Israel: +972-(0)2-80-80-500
- In the U.S.: +1-347-496-5657
לעילוי נשמתו ולהפצת תורתו
