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A person cannot rely on his wealth, his wisdom, or his strength. The only thing that can truly protect him… is his tefillah. ~ Midrash Tehillim (Shocher Tov) 142:1

Many people say they doubt something will work out, and they come up with every reason why it’s not possible. But if you believe in Hashem, the only thing that’s truly impossible… is having doubts.

Rebbetzin Kanievsky a”h would share a teaching from her father, Rav Elyashiv zt”l: A powerful segulah against fear — such as during childbirth or other frightening moments — is to visualize the letters of Hashem’s Name, Yud–Kei–Vav–Kei, written in the … Continue reading →

There’s an angel that has 1000 tongues.  When he sings, the music is outstanding.   Nevertheless, Hashem has greater pleasure from a Yid who sings zemiros Friday night. ~ R’ Mordechai Nadvorna zt”l

A Jew’s faith should constantly feel like a baby cuddled in his mother’s arms. ~ R’ Chaim Shmulevitz zt”l

It’s not about whether the cup is half full or half empty; it’s about being grateful that it contains water at all.” ~ R’ Yitzchak Aminov zt”l

A king gave his beloved servant the keys to the royal treasury and said, “Take whatever you want — it’s all yours.” The servant arrives, finds the door locked, and begins to cry. But why doesn’t he just open the … Continue reading →

“When a Yid recites a brachah, there are no doors or angels that will stop the brachah [from going up to Hashem].  They proclaim, ‘This is a gift for the King!’  And the brachah brings down blessings [to the person … Continue reading →

Everyone has a long list of requests in Shema Koleinu, but how many have a list of thanks in Modim? ~ R’ Daniel Glatstein 

Just as a door to one’s house is opened and closed at the right time, so too, one must guard his tongue with the doors of his mouth—his lips and teeth. Just as silver, gold, and pearls are protected within … Continue reading →