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Some are so immersed in setting the stage that they never get to perform. ~ R’ Shraga Silverstein zt”l

A person who worked on self-improvement came to the Baal Shem Tov and complained, “I have tried for quite some time to become a better person. But I am still very plain and simple.” “To be aware that you are … Continue reading →

The more you practice bitachon (trust in Hashem), the more you will be surprised. Hashem will show you yesh m’ayin (something from nothing). Sometimes fountains of money will open up. You’ll be amazed where the money comes from. If it will not be … Continue reading →

As the Ba’al Shem Tov said, we must cultivate the ability to discern G-d’s lessons for us in every event that we witness or experience. This enables us to mature spiritually, learning how to respond to life’s challenges and opportunities … Continue reading →

You must know that Hakadosh Baruch Hu designated that you will be born specifically during the period in history in which you were born and with particular surroundings.  He decided who your parents would be for reasons that apply only … Continue reading →

On Sukkot our desires [“to dwell in the House of the Lord” (Psalm 27:4)] are answered. In effect, God is the bridegroom and we, the Jewish people, are the bride called upon to enter the bridegroom’s home. The seven days … Continue reading →

The power of Sukkot is that it takes us back to the most elemental roots of our being.  You don’t need to live in a palace to be surrounded by clouds of glory.  You don’t need to be rich to … Continue reading →

You shall hold a festival for the Lord your God seven days…and you shall have nothing but joy. ~ Deuteronomy 16:15

A person who truly trusts in God is truly rich.  But a person who is only reputed to trust in God is like a person who is only reputed to be rich. ~ R’ Yisrael Salanter zt”l

“Would’ve, could’ve, should’ve…” is heresy! What you are really saying is that it wasn’t Hashem’s will. ~ R’ Yissocher Frand