In memory of his soul and for the dissemination of his Torah
Preparations for the 6th of Elul – the Yahrzeit (anniversary of passing) of the Zera Shimshon
We are now less than thirty days away from the sacred and awe-inspiring day marking the Yahrzeit of Rabenu, the author of the Zera Shimshon, the divine Kabbalist, Rabenu Shimshon Chaim ben Rabbi Nachman Michael Nachmani, of blessed and holy memory, who passed away on the 6th of Elul in the year 5539 (1779). The location of his burial remains unknown. Although Rabbenu HaKadosh, of blessed memory, left no descendants, he merited that the light of his Torah should perform wonders — illuminating and shining, healing and bringing salvation. His words never return empty. At every moment, people witness miracles and wonders. Thousands and tens of thousands of Jews place their complete trust in the immense power of his merit. He declared with certainty that whoever studies and engages with his sacred and segulah-filled books, Zera Shimshon and Toldot Shimshon, will be lifted from confinement in darkness and obscurity to expansiveness and radiant light. They will merit salvation in every area — blessing, success, and heavenly assistance: children and grandchildren, life and health, suitable matches, a good livelihood, wealth and every kind of goodness, and joy from their offspring. Everything!
We are deeply moved as we review the many heartfelt pleas from Jews who shared their anguish with us through tears, and who, after some time, returned with good news — salvation and comfort — thanks to studying the Zera Shimshon and supporting the dissemination of his Torah and the growth of those who study it. Year after year, during the Hilula season, salvations are seen with renewed strength. On his day of joy, Rabbenu HaKadosh arouses abundant mercy on behalf of the entire Jewish people, and shows special gratitude to those who fulfill his will and bring satisfaction to his soul.
Rabenu writes in the introduction to his book that anyone who performs acts of kindness and brings satisfaction to his soul by studying his teachings will merit abundant blessings and loving-kindness from Hashem. From this came the well-known blessing he later wrote:
“And your eyes shall see children and grandchildren, like olive shoots around your table — wise and understanding, and homes filled with every goodness, with wealth and honor, which shall never depart from your descendants.”
And since these words flowed from the pen of the master, they began to take effect like an ever-flowing stream. Thousands have been saved through his promise.
Following the guidance and recommendation of the great Sages of Israel, we are preparing to increase and strengthen the fulfillment of Rabbenu’s request by multiplying those who study his works during the days of the Hilula. This includes distributing his books and pamphlets in study halls and founding new classes.
In these days, a special booklet will be published, containing the exalted words of Israel’s great Torah leaders regarding the tremendous merit of studying the Zera Shimshon. Many of them personally maintain regular study of this holy book. In their words, they also instruct on the best way to fulfill Rabbenu’s request and become recipients of his lofty blessings.
Additionally, powerful personal testimonies of salvation will be published by those who wish to express their gratitude to Rabenu for the salvations they experienced through his merit. These stories will be shared under their full names, and many have already told them publicly during regular classes held at the Beit Midrash Zera Shimshon, the “Heichal HaYeshuot” (Sanctuary of Salvations) in Jerusalem.
This year, since the Hilula falls on Shabbat, the central commemorative meal will take place on Thursday, the 4th of Elul. Those who wish to participate are invited to register by calling (in Israel) 02-80-80-500, extension 1.
The event Siftotav Dovevot (“His Lips Murmur”) will also take place — a mass study of the complete works of Zera Shimshon and Toldot Shimshon, from beginning to end, by hundreds of scholars. A special raffle will be held among the thousands of participants who study during the Hilula period for at least 20 uninterrupted minutes. Books will be distributed, classes will be founded, and many other activities will be carried out to expand the number of learners.
The Hilula project involves considerable financial expenses. We call upon the general public to partner with us in covering these significant costs. All those who assist and participate in this great merit will have their names included in a special prayer to be offered on the day of the Hilula by the leading Sages of the generation and by a group of Torah scholars closely connected to the teachings of the Zera Shimshon. Without a doubt, they will merit the fulfillment of the author’s blessing and promise with even greater intensity and strength.
To contribute to the expenses or for more information: Israel phone: +972-(0)2-80-80-500 Mobile: +972-(0)52-716-6450 USA: +1-347-496-5657
Those who wish to attend the central Hilula meal are kindly requested to register in advance by calling (in Israel) 02-80-80-500, so that proper preparations may be made.
