Toldot Aharon Rebbe Visits Restored Synagogue in Hungarian Town Krestir

The Toldot Aharon Rebbe, currently resting in the Hungarian town of Mad, made a special visit this week to the town of Krestir. The visit followed his pilgrimage to the grave of the holy Rabbi Moshe, the "Yismach Moshe," in Ujhel on the day of his yahrzeit. From there, the Rebbe traveled to Krestir to pray at the grave of Rabbi Yeshaya ben Rabbi Moshe of Krestir on the eve of Rosh Chodesh Menachem Av, a day considered auspicious for prayer and salvation.

Upon arrival, the Rebbe was warmly welcomed by the leaders of "Rabbi Yeshayeles Hovez" and the descendants of the tzaddik, the Rubin family, who spearhead the restoration of the town's holy sites. During the visit, the Rebbe toured the historic Beit Midrash complex of Rabbi Yeshayeles, currently being rebuilt on the original foundations of the synagogue where the tzaddik prayed and worked. Although construction is ongoing, work was paused and the synagogue gates were opened especially for the Rebbe's visit, allowing him to pray the evening service in the same sacred space once used by Rabbi Yeshayeles.

This extensive restoration project has been led in recent years by the tzaddik's grandchildren, primarily Rabbi Menachem Mendel Rubin, head of the "Rabbi Yeshayeles Hovez" organization. After a lengthy process to reclaim the site for Jewish ownership, the Beit Midrash was meticulously reconstructed based on original foundations, historical documents, and testimonies. Following the evening prayers, the Rebbe spent considerable time at the holy gravesite, entered the adjacent Kohanim room, read kvitelach (prayer notes), and offered silent prayers for the community and individuals. He then blessed the many worshippers present, wishing them salvation, healing, and success.