Explanation: This poem aims to give the reader an understanding of our deep bitachon in Hashem even when it’s hard to understand. It encapsulates a two-step process: believing that everything ends up good and trusting that whatever He does is good itself. The poem goes through these steps while asserting that whether or not we
The word for glasses in Hebrew is (משקפיים) Mishkafayim. This shares a root with the word in Hebrew for outlook or perspective, (השקפה) Hashkafa. Hashkafa also refers to our worldview and guiding philosophy. It is a perspective and outlook on life that works in conjunction with Halacha, the laws and commandments derived from Torah that
כי קרוב אליך הדבר מאד בפיך ובלבבך לעשותו Because it is very close to you in your mouth and in your heart to observe it… This pasuk is in Devarim (chapter 30, pussuk 14). Moshe is speaking to Bnei Yisroel, and he tells them to observe the Mitzvos. The Alter rebbe quotes the pasuk קרוב
This poem goes through my thought process illuminated with the light of chassidus, in making the Dirah Bsachtonim my own journey. I hope this will inspire you to realize that you are here in this world for a reason. The most incredible reason. You aren’t here for naught. This world isn’t here for nothing. The
The concept being addressed is the nature of “Tzimtzum,” the means by which Hashem contracted his infinite divine essence in order to express his creativity. Contemplation of this concept can help us express our highest level of creativity and achieve peaceful harmony with those around us. Although we can no longer meet the historical Hassidic
When was the last time you’ve picked up the phone and called a friend just to chat? Technology has made us self-sufficient, independent individuals. Although we know more people than any time in history, with contacts and social networks ever growing, our interactions have become less sincere and meaningful. This is the irony nowadays. As
The Lubavitcher Rebbe formally accepted the leadership through a Chassidic discourse, Maamer. It is our generation, the seventh, which is given the task of bringing to fruition the very purpose of creation, making the world a dwelling place for Hashem.
An essay on Da’as and Deveikus What am I? What is this experience of being, and why am I having it? What makes up my sense of experiencing the current moment, and where does it come from? Once I understand the nature of my consciousness, how can I actualise all of its potential and live
You’re faking it, right? You’re successful, you’re good at your job, and you’re talented. At least, that’s what people say. But you have a secret suspicion that you’re not talented at all. All your success is some twisted mistake and it’s not too long before you’re found out. You’re a fraud. An imposter. I know
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