On Thursday, 28 Iyar, 5783, a kabbalistic manuscript that was owned by the Rebbe Rashab and held by the Russian government before disappearing and showing up on auction, was returned to its rightful place in the Rebbe’s library after months of international efforts.

This is the story behind the manuscript, how it was acquired by the Rebbe Rashab, and how it was redeemed and brought back to its rightful home.