Hasidic Leaders Reconcile After Years of Estrangement
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
The Satmar Rebbe spoke by phone with his brother-in-law, the Vizhnitz Rebbe, ending years of estrangement stemming from disputes in the Satmar community. The conversation included mutual blessings and inquiries about health.
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- The Satmar Rebbe called his brother-in-law, the Vizhnitz Rebbe, ending years of estrangement.
- The two Hasidic leaders spoke at length and exchanged blessings during the recent phone call.
- Their relationship had been strained due to disputes within the Satmar community in Bnei Brak.
- The Satmar Rebbe previously did not visit the Vizhnitz Rebbe during a trip to Israel.
- Leaders hope the call will foster peace and unity between the Hasidic courts.
In a significant development within the Hasidic world, the Satmar Rebbe initiated a phone call with his brother-in-law, the Vizhnitz Rebbe, ending a prolonged period of estrangement. The conversation, which took place recently, saw the two leaders speak at length and offer each other blessings. This marks a pivotal moment in their relationship, which had been strained due to disputes within the Satmar community in Bnei Brak.
Their rift was evident when the Satmar Rebbe visited Israel approximately a year ago; he did not visit his brother-in-law, the Vizhnitz Rebbe, though the latter's sister and nieces did pay a visit.
The phone call represents a further step towards reconciliation. During their discussion, the Satmar Rebbe inquired about the Vizhnitz Rebbe's well-being and health. Leaders within both Hasidic courts are hopeful that this gesture will pave the way for continued peace and unity between their communities.