Top Rabbi Visits Rebbe After Attack to Offer Support
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Rabbi Dov Landau visited the Rebbe of Strykov on Wednesday to offer support after the Rebbe was reportedly attacked and insulted at a wedding. The incident, which involved physical altercations and severe disrespect to the Rebbe, has shocked the Jewish community. Rabbi Landau's visit, a rare gesture due to his age and schedule, included a Torah discussion and blessings for the Rebbe.
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- Rabbi Dov Landau visited the Rebbe of Strykov to offer support after an alleged attack.
- The Rebbe of Strykov was reportedly insulted and physically assaulted at a wedding on Tuesday.
- The incident has caused widespread shock and condemnation within the Jewish community.
- Rabbi Landau's late-night visit is considered a rare and significant gesture.
- The visit included a Torah discussion and blessings for the Rebbe.
Rabbi Dov Landau, a prominent Rosh Yeshiva, made a rare and significant visit on Wednesday to the Rebbe of Strykov to offer him strength following a "terrible incident" that occurred Tuesday. The Rebbe of Strykov was reportedly attacked by individuals at the wedding of the Rebbe of Leipnik's daughter. The attackers allegedly insulted the Rebbe and physically assaulted those who defended him, an act described as a severe affront to the honor of Torah.
The incident has caused widespread shock within the Jewish community, particularly given the Rebbe of Strykov's standing as a leading figure in Israel. The Haredi press has condemned the disrespect shown to the Rebbe, calling it a transgression of all boundaries.
Upon learning of the event, Rabbi Landau, who shares a close family connection with the Rebbe of Strykov, expressed his dismay and his intention to visit. Despite his advanced age and busy schedule, Rabbi Landau traveled late Wednesday evening to the Strykov Beit Midrash in Bnei Brak. This late-night visit outside his home is considered highly unusual for the Rosh Yeshiva.
During the visit, Rabbi Landau inquired about the Rebbe's well-being and feelings. The two engaged in a Torah discussion for about half an hour, covering various topics and the weekly portion, and also commemorating the yahrzeit of Rabbi of Tshebin. Rabbi Landau concluded the meeting by offering the Rebbe numerous blessings for future joyous occasions.
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