Autograph Letter Signed by the Baba Sali – Erfoud, 1946

A letter (about 11 lines) handwritten and signed by R. "Yisrael Abuchatzeira" [the Baba Sali], in a neat script from the time he served as Chief Rabbi of Erfoud, Morocco. Erfoud, Sivan 1946.
Sent to David Alchiani from "Alexandria in Egypt". Contains a blessing: "…With G-d's help, he should do and succeed… R. Ya'akov Abuchatzeira".
R. Yisrael Abuchatzeira, the "Baba Sali" (1889-1984), son of R. Mas'ud, Rabbi of Tafilalt (Morocco), son of R.Yaakov Abuchatzeira. An outstanding Torah genius, erudite in revealed and hidden Torah, holy and pure from his youth. Published writings of his grandfather, R. Yaakov. Served as Chief Rabbi of Erfoud and its region. In 1950, immigrated to Jerusalem, and in 1957 returned to Morocco. In 1964, he returned to Israel and settled in Netivot. His counsel and blessings were sought by multitudes, including eminent leaders and scholars, and he was famed as a wonder-worker. His grandsons are the famous rabbis of the house of Abuchatzeira.
Official stationery. 31 cm. Good condition. Folding creases.