I was surrounded by over five thousand men devoted to making sure no Jew feels alone
Iam not a Chabad shaliach and I don’t like banquets with lots of people, too much food, and long speeches. So when a friend asked, “Would you like to go with me to the Kinus Hashluchim banquet?” I didn’t know what to say, yet my curiosity was piqued as I felt I was gaining access to an exclusive event. The thought of being together with over five thousand men from all over the world, all of them dedicated to spreading Yiddishkeit to the furthest corners of the globe, was too enticing an invitation to turn down.
Therefore, notwithstanding my trepidation, I was shocked when I heard myself saying, “Yes, it would be my honor to attend.”
I was still somewhat apprehensive; after all, I am not a member of this elite alliance.
Would I stand out? What would happen when someone asked, “Where are you a shaliach?” And when I’d fess up and admit I am not a shaliach, would I be exposed as an imposter and asked to leave?
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