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It’s an Opportunity!

The gemara (Gittin 36b) praises those who are shamed and don’t shame back.  R’ Shlomke of Zvhil zt”l said that it saves a person from many troubles and punishments, and at times, even from death. In fact, R’ Moshe Leib … Continue reading

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The Universal Answer

The answer to all questions is “Hashem is in charge of everything that happens.” ~ R’ Moshe of Kobrin zt”l (1784-1858)

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Instead of Asking Why

Instead of asking Hashem, “Lamah” – “Why?” – we ask “L’mah” – Toward what end is this?” – How can I learn and grow from it? ~ R’ Samson Raphael Hirsch zt”l (1808 – 1888)

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Humble

Since a humble person lowers himself, Hashem elevates him. ~ Eruvin 13b

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Chesed’s Effect

The Chofetz Chaim taught that loving Chesed means giving freely, without assessing each person’s worthiness. Giving becomes a cherished opportunity. In turn, the Heavenly Court views him with kindness, focusing on his efforts rather than his faults.

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Nothing to Fear

Remember that nothing ahead of you is bigger or stronger than the power of Hashem behind you!

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The Zohar on the Eclipse

Yoel prophesied that before Moshiach comes, we will experience an eclipse (Yoel 3). “Since the moon can be good or bad, and since Israel and Ishmael count according to the moon, if the eclipse happens when the moon is full, … Continue reading

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Light Up Your Soul this Shabbos

One who did not get ready for Shabbos by doing teshuvah and good deeds has not prepared a lodging for the Shechinah. The kedushah and Shechinah cannot enter his soul. Erev Shabbos is, therefore, a time for introspection and teshuvah, … Continue reading

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When Something Has to be Done

I never thought about whether I could do something, but only about whether I had to do it. If something had to be done, I knew that God would give me the means to do it.  ~ The Alter of … Continue reading

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The Right Intent

One’s intent in performing all mitzvos should be toward Hashem, to move closer to Him and to bask in the light of His Countenance.  ~ Ramchal (1707-1746)

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