Rabbi Hirsch Renews Appeal for Convert Ahead of Wedding
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch has re-appealed for donations to help a convert facing financial hardship before his upcoming wedding. Despite initial contributions, the funds raised are not enough to cover the wedding and home expenses for the groom, who lacks family support. Rabbi Hirsch stressed the importance of the mitzvah and promised blessings to donors.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch is urgently seeking donations for a convert's wedding.
- The convert lacks family financial support due to his religious conversion.
- Funds raised so far are insufficient for the wedding and establishing a home.
- Donations fulfill the commandments of charity, supporting Torah, and kindness.
- A special fund at Kupat Ha'ir is accepting contributions of 280 shekels.
Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch, a prominent leader in the yeshiva world, has issued a renewed personal appeal to the public for financial assistance for a convert who is set to marry soon. While many have responded to his initial call, with significant aid already raised through the "Kupat Ha'ir" organization, the funds collected thus far are insufficient to cover the groom's upcoming expenses, including the wedding and establishing a home. The groom, described by Rabbi Hirsch as a "fine young man" who has dedicated many years to Torah study and religious observance, lacks family financial support due to his conversion.
Rabbi Hirsch emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating that the groom is facing his wedding without any basic financial minimums, which is extremely difficult. He highlighted that contributing to the groom's cause fulfills three significant commandments: charity, supporting Torah study, and acts of kindness. The Rabbi urged the public to donate generously, assuring that anyone who helps will receive divine assistance in their livelihood, health, and family life.
A special fund, number 5787, has been established at "Kupat Ha'ir" to collect donations, with a suggested contribution of 280 shekels. Those who participate will receive Rabbi Hirsch's blessing.
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