Category Archives: Humility

Two Notes in your Pocket

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Emuna Daily

Every person needs to carry two notes in his pocket.  On one should be written, “The world was created for me,” and on the other “I am but dust and ashes.”  And one must be judicious to read each note … Continue reading →

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It No Longer Exists

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Emuna Daily

Once something is past, it no longer exists.  Realizing that suffering is only temporary makes it much easier for one to tolerate insults and slights to his honor.  ~ R’ Avraham Yellin zt”l

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Genuine Humility

Posted on April 29, 2015 by Emuna Daily

Humility is associated with spiritual perfection.  When humility effects depression it is defective.  When it is genuine, it inspires joy, courage and inner dignity. ~ R’ Abraham Isaac Kook zt”l

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Insult

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Emuna Daily

Someone once insulted a very pious person.  The community wanted to put a ban on the man, but the pious person would not hear of it. “We must punish that man, not merely for your sake,” the pious person was … Continue reading →

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Craving Attention

Posted on April 17, 2015 by Emuna Daily

One who craves attention from others has not yet found himself.  He is unaware of his true worth. Lacking self-esteem, he relies on the opinion of others.  He hungers for their praise, because without hearing their appreciation he feels worthless.  … Continue reading →

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A Small Deed

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Emuna Daily

A small deed done in humility is a thousand times more acceptable to God than a great deed done in pride. ~ Orchot Tzaddikim

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