Category Archives: Chesed

A Strong Desire to do Good

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Emuna Daily

When you experience a strong desire to be good to all, realize that an illumination from the supernal world has come to you.  How fortunate you will be if you prepare a proper place in your heart, in your mind, … Continue reading →

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Quality or Quantity

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Emuna Daily

“Concerning prayer it is said, “Better a little with the proper intentions than a lot without the proper intentions.” However, with respect to tzedaka, “a lot without the proper intentions” is also good! The main purpose in giving tzedaka is … Continue reading →

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No Bad Can Come From It

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Emuna Daily

None ever became poor from giving charity, nothing bad or injurious is caused by Tzedakah, as it is written: “The Lord will be kind and compassionate to you and multiply you” (Deuteronomy 13:18) ~Mishna Torah 10:2

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Make it Last

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Emuna Daily

“Today will never happen again.  But one good deed can make it last forever.” ~ From Chicken Soup for the Neshama

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Write-off

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Emuna Daily

Credit is an essential in business. It enables businessmen to purchase inventory even when the coffers are empty, with the understanding that once the goods are sold, the creditor will receive his payment. Most businesses could not survive without this … Continue reading →

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Lincoln’s Policy

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Emuna Daily

President Abraham Lincoln was once criticized for his policy toward his enemies. “Why do you try to befriend them?” he was asked. “You should try to destroy them.” “Do I not destroy my enemies,” the president asked, “by befriending them?” … Continue reading →

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Only Reb Shlomo!

Posted on February 1, 2014 by Emuna Daily

“Thirty-four years ago, when I was a first grade student at Prospect Park Day School, Shlomo Carlebach was invited to perform for the student body at a special assembly.  We were thrilled and thought of nothing but the upcoming performance.  … Continue reading →

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What defines a house?

Posted on January 28, 2014 by Emuna Daily

A container is defined by its contents: A pitcher of water is water. A crate of apples is apples. A house, too, is defined by what it contains. Fill your house with books of Torah, and your house becomes a … Continue reading →

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Live Forever

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Emuna Daily

“We exist temporarily through what we take, but we live forever through what we give.” ~ Chicken Soup for the Neshama

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Constantly Giving

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Emuna Daily

Constantly giving to another will increase one’s love for that person.  A stranger is someone you have not yet helped.  Doing acts of chesed for everyone fills your world with friends and loved ones. ~ R’ Eliyahu Dessler zt”l

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