Monthly Archives: June 2013

Two Pockets

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Emuna Daily

“A man should have two pockets.  In one he should put the concept of ‘I am but dust and ashes,’ and in the other, ‘For me the world was created.” ~ R’ Menachem Mendel of Kotzk zt”l as quoted in … Continue reading →

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Not What, but How!

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Emuna Daily

If one gives his friend all the gifts in the world with a sour face, he has given him nothing.  But one who receives his friend with a cheerful face, even if he has given him nothing else, has given … Continue reading →

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How to Choose a Livelihood

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Emuna Daily

“One who trusts in God chooses a source of livelihood that offers his body more rest, acquires for him a good name, affords him leisure for reflection, is most conducive to fulfilling his religious duties, and is in harmony with … Continue reading →

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No Reward for a Mitzva in this World ***

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Emuna Daily

This past shabbos, I gave over a D’var Torah in shul and made reference to the following, which is one of the deepest teachings I have come across and a true “game changer” if taken to heart.  It is certainly … Continue reading →

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Make an Impact

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Emuna Daily

Passivity breeds anxiety. To be healthy, a person needs to be having an impact on his surroundings, uplifting those about him and bringing in more light.  ~ R’ Tzvi Freeman

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Real Joy

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Emuna Daily

“There is such a thing as emet (truth), and there is such a thing a thing as emuna [believing].  Real joy is a combination of truth and believing. If emet and emuna are both working strongly inside of you, if … Continue reading →

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You Stumbled This Morning?

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Emuna Daily

“You stumbled this morning and spoke the forbidden?  Then strengthen yourself once more, and succeed in the afternoon.” ~ Chofetz Chaim

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Don’t Indulge in it

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Emuna Daily

“When a person experiences a large amount of pleasure, he becomes accustomed to it and consequently no longer feels a complete enjoyment.  One who wants to incrementally increase his pleasure would be wise not to indulge in it.” ~ The … Continue reading →

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Don’t Verbalize Intentions

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Emuna Daily

“One should try not to verbalize his intentions to perform a mitzvah or a good deed, for once he enunciates his plans, they tend to go awry.  If he says little, keeping his good plans to himself, he will succeed … Continue reading →

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Mistranslation

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Emuna Daily

They translate it as “The Bible,” or “The Law,” but that’s not what the word means. Torah means “instructions.” Whatever piece of Torah you learn, you must find the instructions it is giving you. ~ R’ Tzvi Freeman

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