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The miracle of Chanukah was not just the oil burning for eight days—it was the courage to light it in the first place, in a time of darkness. ~ R’ Moshe Feinstein zt”l

When we run out of avenues of hishtadlus, we shouldn’t despair because at that point, we are in the ideal position to rely completely on Hashem. ~ R’ David Sutton

There is no standard ratio of bitachon to hishtadlus.  The calculation depends on the person.  The more bitachon he has, the less hishtadlus he must do. ~ The Beis HaLevi

The Bnei Yissaschar (Kislev 4:134) teaches that one can pray through praising Hashem. For instance, in the second brachah of Shemoneh Esrei, when we say, “the Healer of the sick,” we can think, “You heal the ill, so please heal…” … Continue reading →

If a person is not in control of his yetzer hara, then his yetzer hara will be in control of him.  ~ Esther Stern

The Chofetz Chaim urged that everyone dedicate an hour daily to strengthening their emuna. Recognizing the challenge, he offered a simpler approach: “When you daven, focus on the meaning of the words. Through this, you will have a daily lesson … Continue reading →

Not only is it announced in Heaven who you will marry, they also announce the location, the date and the people who will attend the wedding. ~ R’ Yisroel of Ruzhin zt’l

It is more difficult to break one bad habit than to complete the entire Talmud!  ~ R’ Yisrael Lipkin of Salant zt’l While we are on topic, take the next step in your yiddishkeit and join daf yomi for Sanhedrin, … Continue reading →

The Chofetz Chaim teaches that when one has money to give, they have the opportunity to create a lasting asset. Hashem provides a chance to make an investment that yields both principal and dividends in this world and the World … Continue reading →

The primary gemilas chasadim, kindness you can do for your fellow man is to feel his pain as though it were your own. ~ The Bas Ayin