Top Rabbi Links Torah Study to Divine Protection Amidst Threats
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Rabbi Meir Tzvi Bergman spoke during Sukkot about divine miracles protecting Jews from enemies and the "true war" for Torah study. He expressed a personal wish to be among those who sacrifice for Torah and urged his community to focus on learning rather than politics. The rabbi affirmed his faith that the Torah will ultimately triumph.
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- Rabbi Meir Tzvi Bergman spoke of "open miracles" protecting Jews from those seeking their destruction.
- He described the "true war" as being for the preservation of Torah study.
- Rabbi Bergman expressed a personal wish to "merit being among those who sacrifice themselves" for Torah.
- He advised his community to focus on learning Torah rather than engaging in politics.
- The rabbi affirmed his belief that "the holy Torah will prevail."
During the Sukkot holiday, prominent figures including leading rabbis, yeshiva deans, and public officials visited Rabbi Meir Tzvi Bergman at his residence to offer holiday greetings and receive blessings. On Hoshana Rabbah evening, a festive gathering was held at his home, attended by students and the public, featuring a speech by Rabbi Bergman.
Rabbi Bergman spoke about the "open miracles" occurring, asserting that divine providence protects the Jewish people from those who seek their destruction. He cited a recent incident involving an airplane, which he described as a "great miracle" that could have ended in disaster. He emphasized that the "true war" is for the preservation of Torah study and the spiritual integrity of the Jewish people, stating that students and married scholars are dedicating themselves to this cause.
Expressing his personal aspiration, Rabbi Bergman stated, "I wish I too could merit being among those who sacrifice themselves." He then addressed the current political climate, noting that "everyone is busy with politics" and discussing leadership. However, he stressed that this is not the primary focus for their community, whose main duty is to "sit and learn Torah." He concluded with a statement of faith in the eternal promise of the Torah, asserting, "The holy Torah will prevail."
