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Send your heartfelt letters for blessings to the Ohel of the Rebbe Rashab, the fifth Lubavitcher Rebbe, in Rostov. This sacred resting place, rich in spiritual power, has inspired countless miracles. Whether seeking guidance, healing, or personal blessings, your prayers will be brought to this holy site, where generations have found solace and divine connection.
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Throughout history, the holy resting places of our righteous forebears have served as spiritual sanctuaries during times of joy and sorrow. Well-known sites like the Cave of Machpela, Rachel’s Tomb in Bethlehem, and King David’s Tomb on Mt. Zion are revered in the Bible, Talmud, and Jewish law as places for prayer, reflection, and strength. Millions have sought solace and inspiration at these sacred spots over generations.
Our sages ask why Jacob buried Rachel on the way to Efrat instead of the ancestral cave. They explain that he foresaw the Jewish people passing her grave during exile, where her prayers would intercede for them. As the prophet Jeremiah says: “Rachel weeps for her children… There is hope for your future.”
The Shulchan Aruch encourages visiting the graves of the righteous before Rosh Hashanah, as prayers in such holy places are powerful. The Rebbe would often visit his father-in-law’s grave, bringing the letters and prayers of people seeking guidance and blessings.
Thousands still visit the Rebbe’s resting place at the Ohel, seeking inspiration and miracles. Many take on a new good deed before their visit, channeling divine blessings and strengthening their actions in kindness and goodness. For those who knew the Rebbe, these visits are not just for prayer but for reconnecting with the spiritual elevation experienced in his presence during his lifetime.
Background:
About the Rebbe Rashab:
Rabbi Sholom Dovber Schneersohn, known as the Rebbe Rashab, was the fifth Lubavitcher Rebbe and is often referred to as the “Maimonides of Chasidism” for his deep philosophical discourses. Born in 1860, he became the Rebbe in 1882, guiding the Chabad movement through challenging times. His teachings, characterized by profound intellectual depth, remain a cornerstone of Chabad philosophy and continue to inspire generations.
The Rebbe Rashab’s leadership was marked by a fierce dedication to both the physical and spiritual well-being of Jews. He actively defended Jewish communities from persecution, engaging with government officials and tirelessly advocating for Jewish rights. He strengthened Jewish education, community life, and supported Jews in maintaining their faith through times of secularism and political oppression in pre-revolutionary Russia.
In 1897, he founded the yeshiva Tomchei Temimim, blending traditional Jewish study with Chassidic thought. The Rebbe Rashab passed away in 1920 and is buried in Rostov-on-Don. His Ohel remains a place of pilgrimage, where people come to seek blessings, inspiration, and connect with his lasting legacy of spiritual leadership and holiness.
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