Kosov Vizhnitz Marks 11th Yahrzeit of Rabbi 'Chochmat Eliezer' with Nationwide Hasidic Gathering
On the 11th anniversary of the passing of the Satmar Vizhnitz Rebbe, known as the 'Chochmat Eliezer,' his son-in-law, the Kosov Vizhnitz Rebbe, led a significant Shabbat event at the Hasidic center in Beit Shemesh. The gathering included followers from across Israel and extended family members. On the following Sunday, the Kosov Vizhnitz Rebbe visited the gravesite of the Vizhnitz Rebbes in Bnei Brak, offering prayers for communal and individual salvation.
In related Hasidic news, the Satmar Rebbe recently departed for a private retreat in New Hampshire, leaving the yeshiva students with a challenging Talmudic question. He was accompanied by his son-in-law, Rabbi Shimon Zev Meislish. Meanwhile, the Satmar community commemorated the 19th yahrzeit of the late Naral Rebbe with a festive tish in Bnei Brak, where speakers honored his legacy.
Other notable events included a grand wedding in Kiryat Sanz for the great-grandson of the Sanz Rebbe, a joyful chalakah celebration in Mialen, and a special study session during the 17th of Tammuz fast in Skulen Lakewood, culminating in a tish with the Skulen Rebbe distributing gifts to diligent students.
Additionally, thousands of Vizhnitz Hasidim were called to gather at the Western Wall for prayers for the Kosov Vizhnitz Rebbe’s full recovery ahead of the High Holy Days. The article also highlights various joyous occasions and communal gatherings within different Hasidic sects, including weddings, yahrzeit commemorations, and spiritual assemblies across Israel and abroad.