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Prominent Rabbi Launches Emergency Fund for Convert Groom

Rabbi Gershon Mordechai Hirsch has launched an emergency fundraising campaign for a convert and Torah scholar facing financial difficulties before his wedding. The groom, who has returned to religious observance, lacks family support and needs assistance for basic wedding expenses.

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  1. 01Rabbi Gershon Mordechai Hirsch is leading an emergency fundraising effort for a convert and Torah scholar.
  2. 02The groom faces significant financial hardship and lacks family support for his upcoming wedding.
  3. 03Rabbi Hirsch described the groom as an excellent student dedicated to Torah study.
  4. 04The appeal aims to ensure the couple can marry with dignity and peace of mind.
  5. 05Donations are being collected through Kupat Ha'Ir's fund number 5787.
  6. 06A suggested donation is 280 shekels, with a special blessing offered to contributors.

Rabbi Hirsch is urging the public to donate to Kupat Ha'Ir's fund 5787, offering a special blessing to contributors.

Translated and summarized by baba from Kikar HaShabbat, the latest report. Read Kikar HaShabbat’s original

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