Letter by Rabbi Israel Abuchatzeira – the Baba Sali, to Rabbi Shimon Adahan. [No reference of place or date].
14 lines in his own handwriting, with his signature.
Rabbi Israel Abuchatzeira, the Baba Sali, (1889-1984), son of Rabbi Mas'ud, the Rabbi of Tafilalt (Morocco), son of Rabbi Yaakov Abuchatzeira. An outstanding Torah genius in revealed and hidden Torah, Known to be holy and pure. He published writings of his grandfather Rabbi Yaakov. Served as Chief Rabbi of Erfoud and its surroundings. In 1950 moved to Jerusalem and in 1957 returned to Morocco. In 1964 he settled finally in Israel in the city of Netivot. All types of people came to his home for counsel and blessings and he was known as a miracle-worker. His grandsons are the famous Abuchatzeira rabbis.
21.5 cm. Fair condition, folding marks, wear and tears. Fair condition. Folding marks, wear and tears.