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Far, Yet Near

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“God is both far and near.  How is this?  Rabbi Yehudah bar Shimon said:  From here to the heavens is a journey of 500 years.  We thus see that God is far. How do we know that He is close?  … Continue reading →

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Demanding Honor

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“If one becomes angry and curses and blames others who have not given him sufficient honor, that itself is proper reason for his not deserving the honor he is demanding.” ~ The Steipler Gaon from Torah Tavlin

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Jewish Law

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Emuna Daily

Jewish law in general and the belief that Hashem does everything for the very best in particular, is designed for everyone.  Hashem doesn’t make demands that we can’t fulfill.” ~ The Garden of Emuna

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Rising to the Next Level

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Emuna Daily

The following is very deep and I think explains why sometimes we are on such a spiritual high and then soon find ourselves on a spiritual low. “When a person wishes to enter into the service of God – and … Continue reading →

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The Ingrate

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“Imagine how you would feel if you gave someone a present, with no obligation to do so, and he complained that you did not give him double the amount.  Wouldn’t you regret having given him anything?  Failure to appreciate what … Continue reading →

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Difficulties in Life

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Emuna Daily

The difficulties of life are intended to make us better, not bitter.  ~Author Unknown

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Was it You or Hashem?

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“At times of success, a person’s basic test in life is whether he will haughtily attribute that success to his own efforts and abilities, or whether he will attribute it to Hashem.  Times of failure are likewise:  Will he blame … Continue reading →

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Another Reason Not To Speak Loshon Hora

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Emuna Daily

The Chofetz Chaim teaches us that when a person speaks loshon hora, he is wasting one of the most precious commodities this world has to offer — time.

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G-d’s Involvement in This World

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“You can read about G-d’s involvement in this world in a book of philosophy. Or you can see it in real life in your business.  Look carefully, objectively, and you will realize that for you to make a living there … Continue reading →

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Each Journey

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“In each journey of your life you must be where you are. You may only be passing through on your way to somewhere else seemingly more important — nevertheless, there is purpose in where you are right now.” ~ Bringing … Continue reading →

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