Letter from Matthew Maryles about "Some Thoughts on Leadership" (1998)

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Letter from Benjamin Bartel about Creating "Think Tank" of Jewish Leaders (1974)

My dear Rabbi Lamm: For many years I contemplated in some way getting a group of Jewish leaders together on a more or less regular basis for the purpose of discussing our various religious and communal problems. I felt that such a group without formal affiliation would be in a position to “bounce things off one another.” I met with constant frustration in setting up, in the words of Rabbi Rackman, a “think tank.” However, Rabbi Rackman certainly has taken the laboring oar and is making this project work. The group of people that he has been able to gather together is really remarkable. I feel constrained to write this letter to you because of your efforts in making the discussions productive. This was especially true in your presentation last night and the discussion that followed. Your opening remarks and your intelligent presentation were most illuminating and stimulating. I feel that you have given me a greater insight into the problem. I only hope that this “think tank” can continue on a regular basis. In a year of so many frustrations and so many tragedies, which included the Yom Kippur war and the assassination of President Nixon, this has been a bright spot. I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your entire family a very Healthy and Happy New Year. Sincerely, Benjamin Bartel

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Letter from Matthew Maryles about R. Lamm's Appointment to YU Presidency (1976)

Dear Dr. Lamm: On behalf of Young Israel of Flatbush, permit me to extend a hearty mazel tov to you upon the occasion of your assuming the presidency of Yeshiva University. This is a most challenging and vital assignment and tangentially affects the entire Jewish community here in the United States. We hope and pray that you will have great success. Best wishes for a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year to you and your entire family. Warmest regards, Matthew J. Maryles President

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Letter from Dr. Schorsch about "The Religious Thought of Hasidism" (1999)

Dear Norman: I want to thank you ever so much for the inscribed copies of your most recent publication. They will make for good company and, like their author, will be a source of wisdom and inspiration. I admire the scope of your learning, the level of your energy, and the warmth of your scholarship. May you go from strength to strength. Warm regards, Ismar Schorsch. Tel: (212) 678-8071 – Fax: (212) 678-8947 – Email: isschorsch@JTSA.edu.

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