Letter 297

I will tell you briefly the wondrous miracle that Hashem performed with me through His great kindness. Three weeks ago my wife fell very gravely ill — beyond all estimation. And her illness greatly intensified. And she was in the throes of death without any feeling or senses. And the doctors said it was hopeless — and that there was no hope for her life. But I even so overcame myself with a strong thought — with faith and trust in Hashem. And I did not prevent myself from mercy — and did not despair from mercy. And I stood beside her bed in teshuvah and strengthened myself in prayer and teshuvah — in burning tears without cease. Until she was aroused and opened her eyes somewhat — and greatly…