Monthly Archives: March 2020

When there is a plague, keep distant from all kinds of anger, worry, distress. On the contrary, be happy in any way you can. ~ Segulas Yisrael in the name of R’ Chaim Vital zt”l

When we wake up in the morning and daven, many people have gotten into the habit of skipping the entire section of Korbonos, and most importantly, the Pitum HaKetores.  This is very unfortunate as will be explained below.  There is … Continue reading →

One who lives with constant awareness of the Almighty will live a life of constant happiness. ~ Chazon Ish

Rabbi Yehoshua says that just as we were redeemed from Egypt in the month of Nisan, so too will the final redemption through Moshiach be in the month of Nisan. ~ Rosh Hashana 11b Today is Rosh Chodesh Nisan!  Now … Continue reading →

Several sources state that excessive fear of a certain occurrence can cause it to happen. It is written (Iyov 3:25), “I was afraid and it happened. The matter that I was worried about came to me.” The Gemara (Brachos 60) … Continue reading →

The most prevalent illness of our generation is excessive anxiety…Anxiety flourishes where there is a lack of emunah.  Emunah decreases anxiety: “The Almighty is my source of salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid.” (Isaiah 12:2) ~ Shalhevesya

The Gemara (Bava Kama 60:) states that when there is an epidemic, one should go into hiding. The Ben Ish Chai (Ben Yehoyada) adds that when there is a virus spreading around, it is better to run away.  Leaving town … Continue reading →

Realize that Hashem, our Father in Heaven, Who loves each and every one of us, is in the driver seat and is controlling all of this. Therefore, DON’T WORRY!  Anxiety about the virus is probably worse than the actual virus. … Continue reading →

Keeping your mind occupied with Torah thoughts frees you from worrisome thoughts. ~ Avos D’Reb Noson

If a person will be happy simply because he’s a Yid, I guarantee that nothing bad will happen to him – neither beruchniyus nor begashmiyus (spiritually nor physically).” ~ Beis Aharon zt”l