Rebbe Visits Modi'in Illit, Other Hasidic Leaders Mark Events
The influential Rebbe of Mebakshei Emunah visited Modi'in Illit over the weekend, drawing large crowds from the neighborhood of Bnei Brakfeld who came to hear his teachings and participate in communal meals. The Rebbe concluded his visit with a "Melaveh Malkah" (farewell meal) early Sunday morning.
In other Hasidic news, the Rebbe of Vizhnitz Monsey, currently in Israel, visited Bnei Brak, meeting with the Rebbe of Makhanovke Belz. The Vizhnitz Rebbe also inaugurated an expansion of his temporary large synagogue in Bnei Brak upon his return from Switzerland, in anticipation of the High Holidays and upcoming family simchas.
Further events included the Rebbe of Kretschneff Jerusalem's involvement in a miraculous deliverance for a European Jew facing a harsh trial in Belgium, where a blessing and lulav rings were reportedly involved. The Rebbe of Kretschneff Kiryat Gat officiated at the wedding of his "Hois Bachur" (personal attendant) and led a lively "L'chaim" (toast) and dance. The Rebbe of Nadvorna Jerusalem in Beitar Illit appeared in historical attire, including his grandfather's kittel, at a fundraising dinner for their study hall.
Additionally, the Rebbe of Lelov Nikolsburg spent the Sabbath in Arad, where his followers witnessed his unique Havdalah ceremony and tallit folding. The Rebbe of Pinsk Karlin celebrated the wedding of his grandson, and the Rebbe of Vizhnitz in Ofakim inaugurated a new kindergarten wing and appointed a new rabbi for the community.
Other reports highlighted the publication of a new book series, "Or Shalom" on the holidays by the Rebbe of Mishkoltz, and various celebrations including a bar mitzvah in Nadvorna and a wedding in Zutchka, where the respective Rebbes also participated in dancing.