Letter from Rabbi Haskel Lookstein to Prof. Elie Wiesel regarding Iran sanctions and Israel

Original
Download
About this item

Title

Letter from Rabbi Haskel Lookstein to Prof. Elie Wiesel regarding Iran sanctions and Israel

Date

December 31, 2013

Contributor

Author:
Lookstein, Haskel
Contributor:
Steinhardt, Michael
Recipient:
Wiesel, Elie

Summary

Rabbi Haskel Lookstein writes to Professor Elie Wiesel, expressing his profound inspiration from Wiesel's essay published in The New York Times on December 18, 2013. Lookstein praises Wiesel for speaking truthfully at a crucial time and notes that shortly after, the Wall Street Journal headlined President Obama's warning to veto any Congressional order to increase sanctions on Iran. Lookstein emphasizes the critical importance of Wiesel's message for Israel, America, and the world, urging that the historical lessons in his essay be repeatedly considered. He concludes by imagining his uncle and Wiesel's friend, Bernard Fischman, applauding in Gan Eden, and adds a postscript acknowledging Michael Steinhardt for his role in disseminating this important message to the world.

Save to library
Format
Genre
Subject
People or Organizations Referenced
Key places
Part of
More details
Origin:
Destination:
Language:
English
Identifier:
EWG_1381_01_42-42
Note: The metadata associated with this item was produced using artificial intelligence (Gemini 2.5). While this approach enhances efficiency, it may result in occasional inaccuracies. We welcome scholarly feedback and corrections.
Cite this item
Do you have a question or correction for this item?

More Sources Like This

1519_01_098-098.pdf
Reflections on Hasidic Rebbes and Spiritual Journey
This document is a personal reflection from an unnamed author detailing their spiritual journey and encounters with prominent Hasidic rebbes. The author recounts growing up as a hassid in Sighet and visiting Rebbe Haim-Meir’l of Wizsnitz in Gross-Vardain, Romania, with their mother. These visits, particularly spending Shabbat at his court, left a lasting impression, shaping their understanding of Nigunim and fostering a sense of belonging to that community. Later, the author chose to connect with Lubavitch, deeply valuing conversations with the Lubavitcher Rebbe, whose questions, listening skills, and power of concentration profoundly impacted them. The author states that their first encounter with the Lubavitcher Rebbe transformed them into a 'Lubavitcher' without needing to leave Wizsnitz. The document emphasizes the profound impression these rebbes had, highlighting their reassuring presence, intense listening, and fervent desire to provide advice, guidance, and reassurance to those in need.
1421_02_02-02.pdf
Letter from Elie Wiesel's office regarding information about Elie Wiesel and Rabbi Menashe Klein
This letter, dated July 11, 1997, is from Renee F. Spitz, Executive Assistant in Elie Wiesel's office at Boston University, to Jane L. Kratovil at The Eisenhower World Affairs Institute. The letter provides requested information, stating that Mr. Wiesel and Rabbi Menashe Klein, head of the Yeshiva Beit Shearim, were together in Auschwitz and Buchenwald and were liberated by the American army. It also notes that the honorarium Mr. Wiesel received from the Eisenhower Institute is designated for the building of a house of study in Jerusalem, named after Mr. Wiesel's late father.
1500_01_30-31.pdf
Correspondence between Ariella Nasuti and Elie Wiesel
This document comprises two letters: an undated letter from Elie Wiesel to "Dear Ariella" (likely Ariella Nasuti), and a subsequent letter from Ariella Nasuti to Elie Wiesel dated February 24, 2014. Elie Wiesel's note, written on Boston University letterhead, thanks Ariella for sending an essay and describes it as "deeply moving." Ariella Nasuti's letter, sent many years later, expresses profound gratitude to Wiesel for his earlier encouragement, which she received after he reviewed her essay. She informs him that her first novel is now being submitted to publishers and reiterates the lasting impact of his kindness.
1372_02_34-37.pdf
Rosh Hashanah greeting card from Ambassador Michael and Sally Oren to Elie and Marion Wiesel
This is a Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) greeting card sent in September 2012 by Michael Oren, then Israel's Ambassador to the United States, and his wife, Sally, to Professor Elie Wiesel and his wife, Marion. The card features the seal of the State of Israel and pre-printed greetings in English ("Wishing you a happy, healthy and peaceful New Year") and Hebrew ("Shanah Tovah U'Metukah"). The Orens added a personal, handwritten note expressing their "deepest wishes" and signed "Michael & Sally." Below the pre-printed names, there is another handwritten Hebrew phrase, "לשנה טובה תכתבו ותחתמו" (May you be inscribed and sealed for a good year). The item includes the original envelope, postmarked September 24, 2012, from Washington, D.C., with the return address of the Embassy of Israel.
1377_01_25-25.pdf
Letter from Joy and Irwin Kadaner to Elie Wiesel regarding his books and a request for autographs
Joy and Irwin Kadaner write to Professor Elie Wiesel, recalling a past kindness he did for their family after his book "Open Heart" was published. They inform him that for Pesach, they have purchased several of his books: a Haggadah with his commentary and illustrations by Mr. Padwalh, and copies of "Souls on Fire" and "Messenger of G-d" for their nephew, Derek, who has shown an interest in Chasidism and Jewish storytelling. The Kadaners express their admiration for his work, agreeing with his sentiment that Pesach is a "cry for compassion" and a "story of hope." They conclude the letter by asking Professor Wiesel if he would be willing to personalize and sign three enclosed bookplates: two for their nephew Derek, and one for their own personal Haggadah. They enclose a reply envelope and state that a simple signature would also be acceptable. They wish him and his family well.
1374_01_077-077.pdf
Letter from Pavel Seifter to Elie Wiesel regarding a conference and meeting with President Havel
In a letter dated August 7, 1996, Dr. Pavel Seifter, Director of the Foreign Policy Department at the Office of the President of the Czech Republic, writes to Elie Wiesel on behalf of President Václav Havel. Seifter thanks Wiesel for his letter regarding a proposed conference and visit in August. He confirms that President Havel is giving the matter his full attention and outlines the planned schedule. A brainstorming session with the preparation committee will be held on August 14 at the President's holiday home. A meeting between President Havel and Mr. Wiesel is scheduled for the evening of August 26 in Prague, to be followed by a joint press conference the next day. Seifter requests confirmation of these dates and offers further assistance for Wiesel's trip to the Czech Republic.