The Lubavitcher Rebbe. (1902, Yakterinoslov – 1994, New York). He was the seventh Admor of Chabad, the son-in-law of the Admor HaRi’itz and the sixth generation from the Admor Tzemach Tzedek. He was known as a child prodigy, with a phenomenal memory, and became well-known for his knowledge in the revealed and hidden aspects of the Torah. He became the Admor of Chabad Chassidus in 1951, and showed great sacrifice for each and every Jew, especially those located in scattered corners of the world. Jews flocked to him from all over the world for advice and blessing. He was accustomed to distribute dollars on every Sunday, and thousands would come and wait for hours to speak a word with him, and receive his blessing. He left a rich collection of writings which demonstrate his Torah greatness.
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