Rabbi Shlomo Gottesman, editor of Yeshurun, went to the residence of Rav Meir Tzvi Bergman, rosh yeshiva of Yeshivas Rashbi, to discuss the plight of bochurim from abroad who are learning in Eretz Yisroel and whether they should return to their homes in the Diaspora.
First, in response to a question about the bochurim still in the Diaspora, Rav Bergman stated: “It seems that since we do not know what the current situation will bring… the students of the yeshivos who are still abroad should wait a few weeks and not come to Eretz Yisroel until the situation becomes clearer. Certainly, they must establish a strict schedule for themselves, diligently observe their seder of learning, tefillah, and mussar…”
Regarding the bochurim who are already in Eretz Yisroel, Rav Bergman said. “The bnei yeshiva who are already in Eretz Yisroel should remain in the places of Torah study. They should be mechazeik in their limud haTorah and be extra careful about their sidrei limud, tefillah, and mussar. God forbid for them to wander in the streets…”
The letter concludes with the hope of soon hearing good tidings and comfort, and the request for Hashem’s mercy upon His people.
{Matzav.com Israel}