Monthly Archives: January 2016

13th Century Diet?

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Emuna Daily

Eat only enough to satisfy your hunger and you will protect yourself from trouble and preserve your health. Do not keep eating as long as the food still appeals to you, because the palate always wants more until the stomach … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Gift

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Emuna Daily

Our holy master Rebbe Nachman says: The greatest gift we can give someone is to give him back his self confidence. ~ R’ Shlomo Carlebach zt”l

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What He Really Means + Segula Today!

Posted on January 19, 2016 by Emuna Daily

Our sole purpose for existence in this world…is to come close to Hashem. The yetzer hara’s sole purpose is not to distract us from serving Hashem, but to help us grow. His entire existence is one of illusion. His role … Continue reading →

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A Clear Sign

Posted on January 18, 2016 by Emuna Daily

When we truly desire a change in life, such as a new job or a new home, yet lack the ability to implement such a decision, it’s a clear sign that Hashem wants us to continue in our current situation … Continue reading →

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Judgment was Sealed

Posted on January 17, 2016 by Emuna Daily

The judgment against our ancestors in the desert was sealed only because of loshon horah. ~ Talmud Arachain 15a

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Rabbi Yitzchok of Alexander zt”l

Posted on January 16, 2016 by Emuna Daily

A store owner who did not observe Shabbos came to Rabbi Yitzchok of Alexander with a complaint that his business was unsuccessful.  Rav Yitzchok advised him, “Take me as a partner, and you will be successful.” Of course, the man … Continue reading →

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The Shechinah is With Us

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Emuna Daily

The Shabbos protects us in galus, because on Shabbos the Shechinah is with us.  Wherever Jews observe the Shabbos the kedusha of the Beis Hamikdash is present. Therefore, on Shabbos you should think of yourself as standing in the Beis … Continue reading →

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A Natural Desire

Posted on January 14, 2016 by Emuna Daily

The soul of every Jew has a natural desire and thirst for Torah.  If it does not manifest itself, it is only because the person has caused himself to desire and thirst after that which is contrary to the Torah. … Continue reading →

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Emuna is a Choice

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Emuna Daily

Emuna is a choice.  It has nothing to do with being smart.  I know plenty of smart people who lack emuna.   It has nothing to do with seeing miracles.  The dor hamidbar saw the greatest miracles and still lacked emuna.   … Continue reading →

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Past, Present and Future

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Emuna Daily

The entire Torah, with all its laws, rules, and regulations, applies only to the present, for it is impossible to command a person over the past, and the future is beyond his control.  And yet, the evil inclination confuses us.  … Continue reading →

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