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Inspiration is like a flash of lightning at night. Although it lasts but a second, at least the traveler will now be able to find his way. ~ The Alter of Novardok Don’t discount small sparks of inspiration. They are … Continue reading →

There are double the amount of pesukim regarding the preparation for the giving of the Torah (26) than the actual giving of the Torah (13).  That is because the preparation for a mitzvah is greater than the mitzvah itself.  ~ … Continue reading →

The Kotzker Rebbe zt’l said that he is still waiting to see “the children.” Many parents don’t learn Torah because they are busy working so their children should be able to study Torah. Those children also don’t study Torah because … Continue reading →

One can’t succeed in Torah without Tefillah and one won’t succeed in Tefillah without Torah.  Torah and Tefillah are bound to each other.  ~ The Beis Aharon of Karlin zt”l

If a person struggles in this world to understand the Torah, even if he lacks the capacity to comprehend it, he should not be discouraged. In the World to Come, when he sits in the Heavenly Academy, he will then … Continue reading →

Halavai that our biggest problems should be those that can be solved financially. ~ Ilana Toweg – An Israeli farmer observing Shmitah k’halacha.  To learn more about this special mitzvah, which requires incredible mesiras nefesh, emuna and bitachon, and to … Continue reading →

Once we run away from jealousy, materialism, and status-seeking, the world will become a place bursting with happiness.  ~ R’ Eliyahu Dessler zt”l

I don’t feel that it’s important to ask people for help many times. I follow the Chofetz Chaim’s counsel. He would often say, “From a human being, one doesn’t ask often.” Because what is man? Only Hashem can help. ~ … Continue reading →

The Arizal used to pour compliments on his disciple, R’ Chaim Vital zt”l and would even compare him to the great tana’im in the Mishna.  When he objected stating that he doesn’t come close to their level, the Arizal explained … Continue reading →

The Trisker Magid writes that when people speak forbidden speech, this contaminates the air, and is the root of all contagious disease.