Category Archives: Spirituality

Strike Back

“Hashem is with us in all of our downfalls and He supports us in rising again.  Hashem is with us even in the worst moments, even if we are very distant, He is perpetually ready to receive us. A person … Continue reading

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Jewish Law

Jewish law in general and the belief that Hashem does everything for the very best in particular, is designed for everyone.  Hashem doesn’t make demands that we can’t fulfill.” ~ The Garden of Emuna

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Rising to the Next Level

The following is very deep and I think explains why sometimes we are on such a spiritual high and then soon find ourselves on a spiritual low. “When a person wishes to enter into the service of God – and … Continue reading

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G-d’s Involvement in This World

“You can read about G-d’s involvement in this world in a book of philosophy. Or you can see it in real life in your business.  Look carefully, objectively, and you will realize that for you to make a living there … Continue reading

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Each Journey

“In each journey of your life you must be where you are. You may only be passing through on your way to somewhere else seemingly more important — nevertheless, there is purpose in where you are right now.” ~ Bringing … Continue reading

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Insults

“When someone insults you, even for no good reason, do not automatically disregard what he says.  Rather, check yourself to see if there is any aspect of truth to what he said, regardless of his intention, and try to learn … Continue reading

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The Paradox

The following quote teaches an incredible lesson.  Make sure to take it all in. “When a man has to rise from one [spiritual] level to the next, prior to his ascent, he must first undergo a descent.  The paradox is … Continue reading

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Jerusalem

“People want to run away from where they are, to go to find their Jerusalem. Wherever you are, whatever you are doing there, make that a Jerusalem.” ~ Bringing Heaven Down to Earth by Tzvi Freeman

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Avoda

“Our teacher the Baal Shem Tov said: Every single thing one sees or hears is an instruction for his conduct in the service of G-d. This is the idea of Avoda, service, to comprehend and discern in all things a … Continue reading

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Photographs

“I keep many pictures of my children and grandchildren on the walls of my home.  I want to be able to constantly look at them and remember the great kindness which the Almighty has bestowed upon me!” ~ R’ Moshe … Continue reading

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