Rabbi Nachman of Bratslav, quoted in Hasidic Anthology

 

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While it is commendable to aid students of the Torah more than commoners, the Jewish law knows no such distinction. The latter must be aided. [Hasidic Anthology]

Suggested Discussion Questions:

1. What are the hierarchies of tzedakah that we have created and follow?
2. Is a tzedakah hierarchy implemented in Israel? Do commoners and students of Torah receive the same amount of aid? How do you respond to this?

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