Author Archives: Emuna Daily

The Mesilas Yesharim states based on the gemara in Berachos, that to the extent that one is fearful, that is how much he is a sinner.  Meaning, if you want to know how far away you are from Hashem, look … Continue reading →

Pain is a must.  Suffering is self-inflicting. Suffering is when you choose to be a victim of your pain. It’s when you don’t want to let it go. ~ Rebbetzin Raquel Kirszenbaum

Everything that exists in your world is about connecting to your Creator.  Everything is one of three:  1. A connection to be grasped.   2. A disconnection to be avoided. 3. Or neutral ground awaiting you to transform it into … Continue reading →

There are many paths to become closer to Hashem (through chesed, tefillah, mitzvos, etc.), but the safest path, from which one will not fall off, is through Torah study. ~ The Kotzker Rebbe zt”l

Hashem is always ready to aid us in the ongoing battle between good and evil, particularly in our inner struggle against the evil within us. Our awareness of His constant availability and eagerness to help us is meant to bolster … Continue reading →

You should always aspire to make a new beginning… “Sheva yipol tzaddik vikum,” A tzaddik might fall seven times. But the end will be vikum: he’ll remain standing, because each time he falls, he’s not discouraged. He knows that victory … Continue reading →

The Mishna in Pirkei Avos says to judge each person favorably. But really, that is just bidieved. Lechatchila, we shouldn’t judge at all!  Stop looking out the window and start looking in the mirror! Instead of looking at others, work … Continue reading →

While praying, listen to the words very carefully. When your heart is attentive, your entire being enters your prayer without your having to force it. ~ R’ Nachman of Breslov

It is easy to praise Hashem in retrospect.  Our job is to praise Hashem when things look bad. We must believe that, even then, everything that happens to us is by Hashem’s merciful providence and for our good. ~ R’ … Continue reading →

Sometimes the reaction to the sin is worse than the sin itself. Our job is to be embarrassed and take responsibility because we could do better, not be depressed with guilt and shame.  Let’s put the energy on the repair … Continue reading →