A central seuda (banquet) will take place in Jerusalem, organized by the World Organization for the Dissemination of the Torah of the Zera Shimshon, with the participation of thousands
- A great awakening to fulfill the Zera Shimshon’s request and to study his Torah
- Establishment of new shiurim (Torah classes) around the world.
"The Hilula of the Zera Shimshon" – these words stir deep emotion in the hearts of multitudes. As is well known, Rabbi Shimshon Chaim ben Rabbi Nachman Michael Nachmani, author of Zera Shimshon, lived about 300 years ago. After the passing of his only son during his lifetime, he took upon himself a vow to publish his books Zera Shimshon and Toldot Shimshon, declaring that these would be his children and legacy. Around a year before his passing, he published Zera Shimshon, a book known for its spiritual power to bring salvations.
In the introduction to his sacred works, he pleads — using ten expressions of supplication — that people do him a favor for the sake of his soul by studying his Torah, especially after his death. His soul ascended to Heaven on the 6th of Elul, 5539 (August 18, 1779). He was greatly honored in his passing in Italy, where he resided, and days of mourning were declared in the cities where he had taught Torah for many years.
However, with time and the changes of history, the book was nearly forgotten. The Zera Shimshon left no descendants, and after the passing of his community members, this wondrous and powerful work was all but lost.
The World Organization for the Dissemination of the Torah of the Zera Shimshon made it their mission to fulfill this Sage’s passionate request and revive the study of his teachings, as in days of old. Since its founding, the organization has held a central seuda each year in honor of the hilula, with thousands of participants from across the Jewish world — gathering to honor his memory, learn his Torah, and awaken the power of his merit to bring both communal and personal salvation.
Throughout the year, miraculous stories are heard from those who fulfilled his request. But during the hilula, his spiritual influence becomes especially strong, and reports of salvations multiply. These wondrous stories pass from mouth to mouth, and everyone senses that on the day of his joy, he intercedes in Heaven on behalf of those who seek his merit. Many commit to studying his books or helping to publish them and merit great blessing and deliverance.
As every year, the World Organization will host the main events of the hilula, including:
- A dignified seuda of hilula attended by great Torah sages of Israel
- "Siftotav dovevot" events (“His lips continue to speak”) at the Zera Shimshon study hall
- A ceremony completing the study of one of his works
- Special global Torah study of his teachings by tens of thousands
A special call has also been issued to establish more regular classes, with dedicated support from the World Organization for those who create them.
This year, the hilula falls on Shabbat Kodesh, Parashat Shoftim. Therefore, in consultation with leading Torah Sages, the main event — led by the luminaries of our generation — will be held on Thursday night, the eve of the 6th of Elul. It will feature a special assembly of Rabbis, teachers, and Zera Shimshon scholars from around the world.
On Shabbat, the day of the hilula, a major “Siftotav dovevot” learning session will take place, involving full study of Zera Shimshon and Toldot Shimshon, from beginning to end, conducted by hundreds of Torah scholars and exceptional students.
The World Organization calls on all who seek salvation, blessing, and relief (and who doesn’t?) to join these elevated days, support and uphold the hilula events in honor of our teacher, the Zera Shimshon, and thereby fulfill his heartfelt request. Surely, you will merit an abundance of blessings!
During the seuda and study events, the names of donors and supporters of the dissemination of his Torah will be mentioned for blessing and success in all they do, by outstanding Torah scholars who engage regularly with his teachings. These names will also be submitted to the great Torah leaders of the generation, including:
- Rabbi Moshe Tzadka, shlit”a (Rosh Yeshiva Porat Yosef)
- Rabbi Naftali Nusbaum, shlit”a
- Rabbi Mordechai Shmuel Edelstein, shlit”a
May the merit of our teacher, the Zera Shimshon, protect all those who study his Torah and support it, and may they see the fulfillment of his blessing and promise: "And your eyes shall see your children and your children’s children, like olive shoots around your table — wise and understanding; homes filled with all good, with both wealth and honor never departing from your descendants. Long life, generations of children, abundant livelihood — for those who perform acts of lovingkindness.”
Thousands have already experienced salvation through his promise. Your salvation is here. Don’t miss it.
Join the legion of those who fulfill the will of the Tzadik and donate to expand the circle of those who study his Torah.
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