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When a Jew visits Jerusalem for the first time, it is not the first time; it is a homecoming. ~ Elie Wiesel (1928-2016)

The goal to strive for is to have a strong emotional pull and spiritual desire to fulfill the will of Hashem.  However, if you do not yet experience this inner enthusiasm, it is good advice to act as if you … Continue reading →

Anyone who helps a fellow Jew is considered as if he helped G-d Himself. ~ R’ Shimon Bar Yochai in Medresh Tanchuma

One should fear Hashem as a man who loves his wife and who is beloved by her, and who fears to do anything against her lest he lose her love. The same with the love of Hashem. One should fear … Continue reading →

Fortunate is one who is insulted and stays quiet; he will be spared from 100 misfortunes. ~ Sanhedrin 7a

This world was not created in order to afford people the opportunity to serve God in tranquility and repose. Rather, this world is a place where one is to serve God while overcoming obstacles and impediments in the face of … Continue reading →

Weigh your words on a scale; it should be easier for you to give out your money than to give out your words. ~ Rosh, Orchos Chaim 30

Emunah (faith, or belief) and Bitachon (trust, or reliance) are closely related ideas, but Emunah is conceptual, whereas Bitachon is practical. A person with Emunah knows in his mind and believes in his heart that Hashem can provide for all … Continue reading →

However long we live, life is short, too short. Every day matters.   Every day in which we do not do some good deed, take some step toward G-d, is a day wasted, and our days on Earth are too few … Continue reading →

Rabbi Nachman of Brelov zt”l says prayer creates the vessels for blessings to flow. The bottom line is you can hear all the podcasts, motivational videos, or books in the world, but if you don’t dedicate time for personal prayer, … Continue reading →