It is with great sadness that Matzav.comreports the petirah of Rav Meir Berlin zt”l, one of the distinguished talmidei chachamim of the Ezras Torah neighborhood and a devoted talmid muvhak and close confidant of the Rosh Yeshivah of Brisk, Rav Meshulam Dovid HaLevi Soloveitchik zt”l. He was 78 years old.

The levayah was held today at his home at 13 Even Ha’azel Street in Ezras Torah, proceeding past Bais Medrash Bais Yisroel in the neighborhood, and continuing to Har HaMenuchos for kevurah.

Rav Meir was born on 19 Teves 5708 to his father, Rav Chaim Berlin, and his mother, Mrs. Ruchama Berlin. His father, Rav Chaim, was among the close associates and attendants of the Brisker Rov.

In his youth, he learned in Yeshivas Brisk, where he became a beloved talmid and close disciple of the Rosh Yeshivah, Rav Meshulam Dovid HaLevi Soloveitchik. He remained deeply connected to the Brisker mesorah and its hanhagos throughout his life.

Upon reaching marriageable age, he married his wife, daughter of Rav Yehoshua Schiff, Rosh Yeshivah of Yeshivas Bais Shraga in Monsey, New York.

Throughout his life, Rav Meir was wholly bound to Torah, which was the joy and essence of his existence. He toiled in it with extraordinary diligence and strength, investing constant amal and yegiah, teaching and transmitting it in its pristine purity.

He served as a living model for many in attaining elevated levels in the precise fulfillment and beautification of mitzvos, sparing no effort or expense. With tireless exertion and unwavering resolve, he charted his path in accordance with the ways of his rabbeim, the great luminaries of the generation from the house of Brisk, to whom he cleaved from his earliest years.

Beloved by all, he shouldered the burdens of others with humility and selflessness. His heart was open wide to assist both the community and individuals, materially and spiritually alike. His radiant joy in avodas Hashem brought happiness to all who came near him.

Rav Meir served as a R”M at Yeshiva Torah V’Yirah in the Meah Shearim neighborhood of Yerushalayim. In Ezras Torah, he was among the founders of the Ashkenaz minyan at the Bais Yisroel Shul, which he maintained, led, and guided for many years.

He is survived by sons and daughters and many grandchildren who continue in his path.

His brother, Rav Zev Berlin zt”l, Rosh Yeshivah of Yeshivas Gaon Yaakov, passed away one year ago, during the month of Adar.

Yehi zichro boruch.

{Matzav.com}