Halachic letter by Rabbi Ya’akov Yisrael Kanievsky, the Steipler, in which he also deliberates upon the opinion of the author of Chazon Ish . [1958].
Specifications : [1] postcards. 15×10 cm. Entirely in his handwriting and with his signature.
Contents: Letter about the laws of sfichei shemmitah for flax. Rabbi Kanievsky, brother-in-law of the author of Chazon Ish , enumerates on the Chazon Ish’s words on the matter. The answer was sent to Rabbi Kalman Kahana, a close associate of the Chazon Ish, who dealt extensively with the mitzvot dependent on the Land of Israel according to the Chazon Ish’s methodology.
Background: Rabbi Yisrael Yaakov Kanievsky [1899-1985], was a renowned genius and righteous person. He was one of the leaders of the Charedi population and author of the series Kehilot Ya’akov . He was called the “Steipler,” after his hometown, Hornosteipl.
Condition: Very fine. Ink smudge affecting two words.