Rabbi Levi Yitzchak of Barditchov (1740-1810) was one of the most popular rebbes in chassidic history. He was a close disciple of the Maggid of Mezritch. He is best known for his love for every Jew and his active efforts to intercede for them against adverse heavenly decrees. Many of his teachings are contained in the posthumously published Kedushat Levi.
...A well-known preacher once came to Barditchov before Rosh Hashanah and requested permission from the head of the Jewish community to preach. "I am a widely-acclaimed preacher," he said, "and consider myself worthy of preaching in the synagogue of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak."
"I would gladly allow you to preach in any other synagogue," the communal leader replied. "If, however, you wish to speak in Rabbi Levi Yitzchak's synagogue, obtain permission from him."
Continue reading article: http://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/1007686/jewish/Prelude-to-a-Sermon.htm
This morning, I received an email about October 3rd (the 25th of Tishrei) being the Yahrzeit of the Rabbi Levi Yitzchok of Berdychiv.
לוי יצחק בן שרה שאשה or לוי יצחק בן מאיר
May we be zocheh that we should follow in his footsteps, love every Jew and see them in a positive light.
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