Elie Wiesel on a Lechaim (or Three) With the Rebbe
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Elie Wiesel, a renowned author, Holocaust survivor, and dedicated Jew, reflects on his personal interactions with the Lubavitcher Rebbe during the joyous holiday of Simchat Torah, marked by emotional depth and humor that showcase the Rebbe's compassionate leadership. While Wiesel's roots were in Vizhnitz Chassidus from his childhood in Romania, his move to the United States brought him closer to the Lubavitch community, where he regularly engaged in rich dialogue and correspondence with the Rebbe. This 1967 recording from the 92nd Street Y captures the essence of Wiesel's cherished memories of the Rebbe, illustrating the profound impact the Rebbe had on his spiritual journey and advocacy for Jewish life and memory.