In an inspiring encounter between two leading gedolim, the renowned mekubal, Rosh Yeshivat Ahavas Shalom, Rav Yaakov Hillel, visited the home of senior posek Rav Moshe Sternbuch. The two engaged in a heartfelt and profound conversation, focused on the pressing spiritual needs following the conclusion of the war with Iran.
At the outset of the meeting, Rav Sternbuch warmly greeted Rav Hillel with the words: “Fortunate are you, who disseminates Torah in Klal Yisroel, increasing kedushah, increasing taharah, increasing truth—for the Toras Hashem is truth in your mouth.”
When asked by those present what area requires strengthening in light of recent events, Rav Sternbuch answered unequivocally: “In limud haTorah. Torah protects and saves. All brachos come through Torah study. One who merits to increase Torah study has acquired a tremendous treasure.”
Later in the discussion, Rav Sternbuch was asked how women can strengthen themselves. He responded, “They should not waste their husbands’ time or prevent them from learning Torah.”
Regarding young women who are not yet married, the posek was asked how they can fortify themselves during this time. Rav Sternbuch replied succinctly: “In emunah.”
The conversation then turned to the mekubal’s renowned commentary on the Thirteen Principles of Faith. Rav Sternbuch emphasized the importance of teaching these concepts in a meaningful way, encouraging teachers to ensure that their students not only recite the ikkarim, but understand the meaning of each word.

{Matzav.com Israel}