Rav Aharon Kotler, zt‑l, the Rosh Yeshivah of Lakewood, was preparing to travel to Eretz Yisroel for a visit. His Talmidim made preparations to accompany him and escort him to the airport, but when Rav Aharon found out about their plans, he told them that he preferred they remain in the Yeshivah and continue their learning.
The Talmidim were in a quandary about what to do because they loved their Rebbe and wished to see him off, but they did not want to upset him by not following his wishes. They decided to ask Rav Moshe Feinstein, zt‑l, for advice. Rav Moshe considered the question and answered, ‘Accompany the Rosh Yeshivah to the airport. Honoring Rav Aharon is like honoring the Torah itself!’