He seemed to live the perfect life: In yeshiva he was one of Rabbi Raboniwitz’s “most important students” (in the Rabinowitz’s own words), and at home he had 7 beautiful children. Little did those around him know that his prestigious status could not protect him from tragedy. At home, the family lived in chaos. Ultimately, there was a messy and painful divorce. They came out on the other side deeply wounded – especially the children.
It was then that the kids’ severe health issues began. The ‘star student’ did all he could to help his children but they slipped further into debt. He borrowed from creditors who aggressively threatened him. He sold his apartment. He went to Rabbi Meir Sirota and Rabbi Rabinowitz for help, and the two rabbis became very involved in their case. Unfortunately they were unable to undo the tremendous damage that had been done.
And so, they sat down to come up with a plan.
A charity fund has been opened for the student’s family, with statements from both Rabbi Sirota and Rabbi Rabinowitz. The two Torah learning giants are passionate about the cause: Rabbi Sirota gives his blessing to all donors that they “should merit success in all their endeavors, joy from their children and only good, forever.” Rav Rabinowitz writes that “there is no limit to [donors’] merit in Heaven” for “literally saving [the student’s] life.”
