Rabbi Moshe Sternbuch Makes Rare Public Appeal for Orphaned Groom

A severe family tragedy reached the desk of Rabbi Moshe Sternbuch, described in the article as a leading halachic authority and “the posek of the generation.” The subject is a young groom who grew up in complete abandonment after his family broke apart, effectively raising himself through his yeshiva years with no real home backing or financial support.

According to the report, the hardest period has arrived just as he is preparing to marry. He has no one to stand with him on his wedding day and no one to cover even the basic costs needed to begin married life. The article says the financial burden now threatens to crush his last hope of building a stable home in Israel.

The situation was brought in recent days to Sternbuch’s attention, and the details reportedly shocked those around him. In response, he instructed activists from Kuppat Ha’ir to step in immediately and act as father and mother to the groom. In an unusual move, he also issued a personal public appeal for help.

Sternbuch promised a blessing for anyone who contributes, saying, “Whoever donates will receive a great blessing from the Holy One, blessed be He, and it is a very great mitzvah.” The fundraising request asks the public to donate 580 shekels for the groom’s individual case, as the appeal spreads widely and supporters are urged not to stand by passively.