Prominent Satmar Teacher Rabbi Chaim Hersh Grosz Dies at 74
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
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- Rabbi Chaim Hersh Grosz, a Satmar teacher, died at 74.
- He was known for his dedication to educating young children.
- He passed away at Herzog Hospital in Jerusalem.
- He had previously lost his only son.
- His funeral was held on Friday.
Rabbi Chaim Hersh Grosz, a respected Satmar Hasid in Jerusalem and a devoted teacher for many years, passed away at the age of 74 after a period of suffering. He died of cardiac arrest early Friday morning at Herzog Hospital in Jerusalem, where family members were able to bid him farewell. Rabbi Grosz was born in Budapest to Rabbi Amram Natan Grosz, who later became a prominent figure in the Komemiyut moshav. In his youth, he studied at the Satmar yeshiva in Jerusalem under Rabbi Moshe Aryeh Freund, to whom he was deeply devoted. He maintained a close connection with his teachers and the teachings of the Satmar Rebbe.
He married the daughter of Rabbi Samuel Zurger and established a home dedicated to Torah and Hasidism. For many years, Rabbi Grosz served as a "dardakei" teacher at the Satmar Talmud Torah in Jerusalem, educating first-graders with special dedication and patience. He was known as an expert in teaching young children to read and study, and many teachers sought his advice. He was particularly noted for making the beginning of Torah study a joyous experience for his students, organizing elaborate "Chumash Seudah" celebrations even when they were not customary.
Several years ago, Rabbi Grosz lost his only son, Shimon Yoel, an event he accepted with faith. Despite this tragedy and his own later illnesses, he maintained his characteristic cheerfulness and kindness, always facing hardship with faith and a pleasant demeanor. He was also known as a captivating storyteller, sharing historical accounts and tales of righteous individuals.
In recent years, his health declined, and he moved to a nursing home in Bnei Brak before being transferred to Herzog Hospital in Jerusalem shortly before the holidays. On Hoshana Rabbah night, Satmar Hasidim visited him at the hospital, singing and dancing near his bedside, and he shared in their holiday joy. He passed away a few hours later.
The funeral procession is scheduled for Friday, departing from Shagar Funeral Home in Jerusalem at 12:30 PM, and proceeding to the Satmar Beit Midrash on Even Ha'azel Street at 1:00 PM, before burial on Har HaZeitim. He is survived by his descendants.
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