Son's Dream of Mikveh Becomes Reality in Beit Shemesh
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
A new mikveh, "Mikveh Yonatan," was inaugurated in Beit Shemesh, built in memory of Yonatan Shimron, who requested it in a dream to his father. The father, Yochai Shimron, overcame financial concerns and rabbinic consultations to fulfill his son's wish. The luxurious mikveh was built in partnership with the "Taharat HaMishpacha" organization and its inauguration also served as a memorial for Yonatan.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- A new mikveh, "Mikveh Yonatan," was inaugurated in Beit Shemesh.
- The mikveh was built in memory of Yonatan Shimron, who requested it in a dream.
- His father, Yochai Shimron, was inspired by two dreams to undertake the project.
- Rabbinic consultations and rulings supported the decision to build the mikveh.
- The "Taharat HaMishpacha" organization partnered in the construction.
- The inauguration also served as a memorial for Yonatan on the second anniversary of his death.
A new mikveh, named "Mikveh Yonatan," was inaugurated in Beit Shemesh on Sunday, attended by hundreds of residents, rabbis, and public figures. The luxurious structure, built on the site of an older mikveh, was established in memory of Yonatan, the 32-year-old son of Yochai and Orly Shimron, who passed away suddenly. His father, Yochai Shimron, recounted at the ceremony how Yonatan appeared to him in a dream shortly after his death, requesting that a mikveh be built in his memory. Initially hesitant due to the significant financial commitment, Shimron consulted rabbinic authorities and found support in rulings from "Aruchot Moshe" that emphasized the importance of building a mikveh. Yonatan appeared to his father in a second dream, reinforcing the request. Driven by his son's wishes, Shimron committed to building the most magnificent mikveh possible, partnering with the "Taharat HaMishpacha" organization, which has built mikvahs for over 85 years. Shimron urged attendees to contribute to mikvahs, calling it the "most profitable investment on earth." The inauguration ceremony included the unveiling of the mikveh, a tour, prayers, and a festive meal that also marked the second anniversary of Yonatan's passing.