Category Archives: Emuna

Heavy of Mouth

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Emuna Daily

“Moshe Rabbeinu described himself as ‘Heavy of mouth and heavy of tongue.’  Were it not for the fact that Moshe was not an accomplished speaker, nor a gifted orator, Bnei Yisrael would have likely remained in Egypt without being redeemed … Continue reading →

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Nothing is Automatic

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Emuna Daily

Nothing is automatic.   Everything is kindness from Hashem. The more that we marvel at everything – the more we cause Hashem to want to provide for us. ~ R’ Menachem Azolai as translated by Dov Elias

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The Keys to Success

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“A person should be happy with whatever he is currently doing, since this is the product of Divine Providence.  Each person should apply themselves fully and do the very best job he or she can.  Perseverance, patience, and happiness with … Continue reading →

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Rely on Hashem; Not on Your Wealth

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Emuna Daily

If he relies on his great wealth, it will be taken from him and left to someone else, as it says in Scriptures “He lies down rich, and it is not taken away; he opens his eyes, and it is … Continue reading →

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Our First Reaction

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“Our first reaction must always be a thought, word or action of emuna.  If we got fired, if we were robbed, if someone struck us, if we received a speeding ticket, if our child was expelled, etc.  Our first reaction … Continue reading →

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No Fear

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“…One who trusts in G-d fears no man; rather, he glorifies in Him, as King David, peace be upon him, said ‘I trust in G-d, I will not fear; what can man do to me?’ (Tehillim 56:12)” ~ Chovos Halevovos

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If only…

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“If people would truly heed the tzaddikim and always believe in Hashem that everything is for the best, and if they’d give thanks and praise to Hashem always, whether in good times or in bad times, then all their troubles … Continue reading →

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Some of the Benefits of Emuna

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“Among the benefits of trust in G-d in this world are the following: a heart at rest, free of worldly cares; a tranquil spirit, undisturbed and untroubled by lack of bodily gratification; a sense of calm, security and peace.  As … Continue reading →

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“My wife is unattractive”

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Emuna Daily

The Gemara relates that R’ Yitzchak ben Eliyashiv once observed his student, R’ Mani depressed. The Rebbe asked what was wrong and the student complained, “My wife is unattractive.” “What is her name?” R’ Yitzchak asked. R’ Mani replied, “Chana.” … Continue reading →

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Happy Under Any Circumstance

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Emuna Daily

“Our sages teach that when a person thanks Hashem and is happy under any circumstance – relying on the emuna that everything Hashem does is for the very best – he or she will see the most trying situations in … Continue reading →

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