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Although no one can comprehend the details, we can nevertheless appreciate the generalities of the system. We see the proper structuring of all creatures, as well as the Divine goodness and justice which fill the world. And from the generalities we are able to infer regarding the particulars. Just as on a large scale the world is run justly, so too on a small scale. This is the entire purpose of the world - to discover the Divine goodness, and in so doing to reach a personal understanding that whatever happens to every single individual in the world is really for the best and is a blessing.
One who is able to establish this conviction in his heart is like Nachum Ish-Gam-Zu, who, whenever tragedy would befall him, would say, "This too is for the good." One might even rejoice in his suffering if he considers the sins that he has committed. He then looks upon the suffering as someone who has just paid a debt and is joyfully relieved by having his burden removed. He rejoices in the reward and recompense that await him. Such a person has the ability to teach others how to endure suffering, justify God's decrees, and be strong, and he rejoices in the good name that he receives as a result of this.
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If thoughts of despair are awakened in his heart, questions about the likelihood of Israel's overcoming all obstacles and returning to its high standing; if he begins to wonder, "Can these bones come back to life?" - he immediately contemplates the Egyptian exodus, how the Children of Israel were freed from their state of bondage, and how many favors God bestowed upon us, how many miracles and wonders God performed for us at that time. This serves to assure hope for the future. Complete faith in Israel's redemption is not superficial and extraneous; our talk of redemption is not like the chirping of the starling. Rather, it is a strong and mighty declaration.
This, then, is how the Rabbi describes the nature of a saintly person, the quintessential Jew. The Khazar king responds, saying, "A person like this will live a pleasant life in the Diaspora, and will bear fruits from his faith both in this world and in the World to Come. But one who endures the exile in a state of resentment has practically lost all of his reward, both in this world and in the world to come. His lack of faith and trust causes him to lose his World to Come and to suffer in this world as well. The man of faith, though, is content and he merits both worlds."
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Much of the text in the above article is taken from or based upon Rabbi N. Daniel Korobkin's translation of The Kuzari (Jason Aronson Inc.).
P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Realtor’s Fee on Large Commercial Building – part I
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
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Shoftim TESHUVA IN COURT OF LAW?
Parshat Shoftim-Chodesh Elul
Why does parshat Shoftim always come out during Elul? This innovative and central explanation is an eye-opener regarding many aspects of Judaism.
The Month of Elul TESHUVA IS THE ANSWER
The month of Elul serves as a vital time for self-reflection and personal accountability to prepare for true repentance.
P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Realtor’s Fee on Large Commercial Building – part I
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
P'ninat Mishpat Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part I
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
Chemdat Yamim The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part II
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the cornerstone laying for the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh – 1938)
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the cornerstone laying for the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh – 1938)
Re'e NEVER EXTREME EXCEPT ISRAEL
Parshat Re'eh
Judaism is against extremism, so how can we understand the seemingly extreme statements found in our sages in favor of living in the Land of Israel and against living in Chutz laAretz? The article deals with the seeming contradiction between the strength of Free-Will and the strength of being influenced by our surroundings.
Ekev DANCE FOR ISRAEL- FOR YOUR BENEFIT
Parshat Eikev
Description: The 7 Haftarot we read after Tisha B'Av ("Shiva D'Nichemta") surely get us excited that they're coming TRUE, and awaken us to yearn, dance & join the return to Zion! The short article also deals with the problems and solutions facing the American Jewish community as discussed at a recent panel, as well as the question why Jews come from America to Israel to help when we face problems, but Israelis don't come to aid Jews in America when they face anti-Semitism.
P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: Twin Foundations
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 690
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 690
