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Letter of Condolence by Rabbi Chaim Meir Yechiel Shapira of Narol – Bnei Brak, 1978 – Signed with Handwritten Additions - A moving letter of condolence written and signed by Rabbi Chaim Meir Yechiel Shapira of Narol, son of Rabbi Mordechai Shapira of Kopitshnitz and grandson of Rabbi Yisrael Friedman of Ruzhin — one of the leading Hasidic Rebbes in postwar Israel. Typed on his official bilingual letterhead (“Naroler Rabbi Mayer Shapiro, Bnei Brak, Israel”), the letter expresses deep sorrow over the passing of Rabbi Mordechai Moshe Karpman’s son, offering words of faith and comfort. At the conclusion, the Rebbe added several words in his own handwriting and signed his name: “Chaim Meir Yechiel Shapiro.” 📜 Official Narol letterhead ✍️ Autograph signature with handwritten additions 📆 1st of Iyar, 5738 (1978) 📏 Size: 28×21.5 cm 📑 Excellent condition A rare and heartfelt Hasidic letter, personally written and signed by the Naroler Rebbe, filled with consolation and spiritual encouragement.