Category Archives: Mussar

Fear

Posted on January 17, 2017 by Emuna Daily

The fear of God brings a person more than his mazal would dictate; whereas [a lack of fear will diminish his fortune]. ~ R’ Nachman of Breslov zt”l

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Climb

Posted on January 13, 2017 by Emuna Daily

Everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it. ~ Torah Tavlin

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What Reveals a Person’s Real Values

Posted on January 12, 2017 by Emuna Daily

That which excites a man, serves as a test by which his worth is recognized.  When after a banquet one man is enthusiastic over the words of Torah which had been spoken, another praises the songs, and a third lauds … Continue reading →

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Deception

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Emuna Daily

We are blinded by nothing so much as by our eyes. ~ R’ Shraga Silverstein zt”l

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Listening to the Torah Reading

Posted on December 23, 2016 by Emuna Daily

Aside from being a mitzvah in and of itself, listening to the communal Torah reading is an expression of honor for the Torah. When one honors the Torah in this manner, the Torah arouses mercy for him and for all … Continue reading →

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Negative Habits

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Emuna Daily

Instead of just changing, redirect that energy in a positive way in a matter relating to serving Hashem. ~ Chidushay Harim

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Build a Hill

Posted on December 13, 2016 by Emuna Daily

Someone who wants to be greater than others should not dig a pit for his friend; rather he should build a hill for himself. ~ R’ Yisroel Salanter zt”l

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Wherever You Are

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Emuna Daily

Once it has become clear to one that wherever he may be, he is standing before the presence of the Holy One, there will come to him of itself, the awe and fear of going astray in his actions so … Continue reading →

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The Right Track

Posted on November 30, 2016 by Emuna Daily

Even if you are on the right track, if you just sit there and do nothing, you’ll still get run over!

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Before me Always

Posted on November 29, 2016 by Emuna Daily

It is the duty of conscientious people to constantly reflect that God’s glory fills the whole world: we are ever in His presence and must fulfill His will.  This is the meaning of the verse “I set Hashem before me … Continue reading →

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