TEITELBAUM, JOEL.

Brooklyn

(1948)

(Grand Rabbi of Satmar, 1887-1979). Autograph Letter Signed, in Hebrew, to the Rebbe’s nephew (also named Joel Teitelbaum) “Eminent in Torah and fear of heaven, crowned with grace, descended from a a most distinguished, holy lineage...” The letter expresses the Rebbe's concern over the safety of his nephew and family due to the dangers present in Eretz Israel in 1948

The Rebbe writes: "I am concerned and distressed regarding the situation in Eretz Israel. Only the All-Merciful who rules everything, can help and rescue us...Last week, I sent you and your brother-in-law as much money as I can presently afford...In my opinion, you should try by all means to travel here, if that proves not possible, attempt to reach Paris. Save every penny that arrives for travel expenses, however if you are still in need, please let me know...I have asked our friend and relative, R. Joseph Aschkenazi to write you at length...God should lead you in the righteous path and you should raise your children in the paths of Torah..." On verso of the letter, is an addendum written and signed by Joseph Aschkenazi (gabbai to the Rebbe), stating: "Mr. Pildovsky arrived soon after the Rebbe wrote the above and the Rebbe and I spoke to him about your situation for more than two hours. He will write to you in detail everything that must be done. I am surprised you did not receive the packages I sent you and the family of my father-in-law before Passover..."