R’ David Lipshitz z”l
Member of the Board of the holy charity fund Rabbi Meir Baal Haness – Ahavas Zion – Kollel Siebenburgen.
היה חבר וועד הבעלי בתים של הצדקה הק’ — רבי מאיר בעל הנס זי’’ע כולל זיבענבירגען.
In Loving Memory
The beautiful name of our unforgettable friend, the distinguished and renowned Rabbi David Lipshitz z”l.
It is truly not among the easiest tasks to describe such an illustrious individual, a man of many qualities, beloved by the community, who depicted the “olden days” with precise and appropriate colors.
Therefore, we will briefly present a portrait of this noble person, his biography, his connection with Munkatch, and his association with the ancient charity of Rabbi Meir Baal Haness – Kollel Ahavat Zion.
Early Years in Munkatch
Rabbi David z”l was born in the city of Munkatch, on the 11th of Menachem Av, 5685 (1925), to his father, Rabbi Eliezer Zvi z”l, one of the esteemed members of the city.
His family descended from great Torah personalities, including Rabbi Shabtai Lipshitz zt”l, dayan and Mo”etz in Orshiva, author of “Brit Avot” and other works.
The Minchas Elazar and Munkatch
From a young age, Rabbi David was close to the Munkatch Rebbe and spoke of him passionately throughout his life.
Rabbi David z”l had much to recount, having personally witnessed many events. He once expressed, “I saw the Rebbe z”l in his lifetime and after his passing.”
After his bar mitzvah, Rabbi David entered the yeshiva in Munkatch, where he continued to absorb the atmosphere of Torah and Chassidus.
The War Years
When World War II broke out, he was deported with members of his family, including his parents and siblings. When they arrived in Auschwitz, his mother was sent to the left side and was killed al kiddush Hashem.
The last thing he heard from his mother was, “David, take care of your father.” He faithfully fulfilled this final will.
From there, they were taken to Warsaw, and after a few weeks, the infamous death march began. Only a few hundred survived, including Rabbi David z”l.
Life After the War
After the terrible war years, he became engaged and married in 1948 to his esteemed wife, a daughter of Rabbi Elazar Yonah Ginsburg hy”d. Together they built a beautiful home.
Over time, his home became a gathering place for scholars and tzadikim. The holy Rabbi of Ribnitz zt”l stayed at Rabbi David’s home for Shabbos after escaping the Communist regime.
Connection to Tzadikim
Rabbi David z”l was closely connected with the descendants of his Rebbe, the holy Minchat Elazar zt”l, especially the Munkatch Rebbe shlit”a and the Dinov Rebbe shlit”a.
He was also strongly connected with Satmar, Ribnitz, Perishvorsk and other great tzadikim, preserving memories and stories of the previous generation.
People used to say about him, “Rabbi David is a piece of Munkatch,” and indeed he was.
Service to Rabbi Meir Baal Haness
Rabbi David Lipshitz z”l was a devoted member of the board of the holy charity fund Rabbi Meir Baal Haness – Ahavas Zion – Kollel Siebenburgen.
His devotion to Torah, Chassidus, charity, and the preservation of the heritage of Munkatch and Siebenburgen remains an inspiration.
His Legacy
R’ David Lipshitz z”l devoted his life to Torah, Chassidus, charity, and the preservation of the heritage of Munkatch and Siebenburgen.
May his memory be a blessing.