Category Archives: Spirituality

What reveals a person’s real values?

Posted on November 25, 2013 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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Inheritance

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Emuna Daily

A group of orphans were to receive a large inheritance from their father, consisting of money and precious gems.  The executor of the estate instructed them to bring luggage to carry away their shares.  “What!” they exclaimed.  “Such a magnificent … Continue reading →

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All Due to His Wife

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Emuna Daily

“Metaphor from the Talmud: A man works in the field and brings home wheat — but shall he then eat wheat? Of what use is his toil? His wife grinds the wheat into flour and makes bread.  So too, the tasks of life: A … Continue reading →

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The Poetry Recital

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Emuna Daily

I heard this story from Rabbi Efrem Schwalb a few years ago and thought it was worth repeating: Years ago in London, a poetry recital was taking place in a large auditorium. The finalists in the competition were given one last poem to recite – … Continue reading →

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Work with the Right Intention

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Emuna Daily

“When he is occupied in mind and body with one of the means of earning a living, let his intent be to fulfill the commandment of the Creator, who has commanded man to engage in worldly means such as working … Continue reading →

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The Definition of Serving Hashem

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Emuna Daily

The definition of what it means to serve Hashem is the feeling of humility of someone who receives a benefit.  If favors are done for an individual and he is unable to pay for what he is receiving, he is … Continue reading →

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A Good Wife

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Emuna Daily

A good wife is one who makes her husband want the right things. ~ R’ Tzvi Freeman

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The Only Choice

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Emuna Daily

God asks no one whether he will accept life. This is not the choice. The only choice you have as you go through life is how you live it. – Bernard Meltzer  

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Distinctions

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Emuna Daily

When G‑d made the world He gave each creature, each nation and each individual a role and a meaning. When each plays its part there is harmony. When the lines become too blurred, there is acrimony. ~ R’ Tzvi Freeman

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Destination

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Emuna Daily

“The man who has no destination, is unhappy wherever he is put.  But a man with a destination, is happy wherever he is put.” ~ Heard in a shiur given by R’ Moshe Weinberger.  The words might not be verbatim.

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