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Ein Ayah: Happiness is connected to wine, as it says: "Wine shall make the heart of man happy" (Tehillim 104:15). The spiritual happiness of the spirit is the crown of the truth of the Rabbis.
It is not some specific thing, action, or matter that is studied that causes Torah scholars of the highest level to be happy. Rather, they are in an ongoing state of happiness. Happiness from their connection to Hashem is itself the root of these scholars’ souls, and this connection is beyond all the value of life. It is from this joy that their spiritual and practical lives cull their aura and the influence that comes from the special light.
The greatest of the Rabbis would have been able to elevate themselves even farther than they did in the spiritual joy that transcends life if they did not have to stay connected to their students, whose lives are much more standard. The students need to be brought along slowly, step after step.
On their own, the Rabbis would see immeasurable spiritual riches and would have deep aspects in their lives of highly defined spiritual shades. Their happiness is the source of their life, and from their light the world is filled with sanctity and wisdom, truth, completeness, and justice. For this reason, at a meal of sanctity, at which Hashem’s presence is felt, it is appropriate to declare that the wine and the life, [which are linked to happiness], are according to the Rabbis. The joy that is related to the wine, which is being used in a manner that is reminiscent of the libations on the holy altar, impacts the essence of life and makes it what it is.
Those who have embarked on the path of spiritual development, and want to enter the hall in which the light of Hashem can be seen, must sanctify their lives through proper study and proper action. With every bit of light that emanates from every mitzva and every amount of Torah study, they can draw water in exhilaration (see Yeshaya 12:3). When they reach their desired level, they will attain true joy. In their regard, it can be said: "Life and wine are according to the Rabbis and according to their students." Due to the connection they have with their students, the masters can walk along the same paths with measured steps. "In His arm He will gather the flock" (ibid. 40:11). "Light is sewn for the righteous, and for those with a straight heart there shall be joy" (Tehillim 97:11).
Various Rabbis
Various Rabbis including those of of Yeshivat Bet El, such as Rabbi Chaim Katz, Rabbi Binyamin Bamberger and Rabbi Yitzchak Greenblat and others.
Moreshet Shaul Moreshet Shaul: A Crown and its Scepter – part II
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 294-5
Rabbis in Midrash
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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)
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)
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
D'varim Judaism’s Social Vision
Re’eh
Giving is more than an act of generosity—it is an essential part of human dignity that belongs to everyone, rich and poor alike. The ultimate goal of help is to empower others to stand on their own.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 9 - "Seeing is Believing" (parag. 21-30)
These paragraphs elaborate on the theme that seeing and knowing is better than any attempt to prove logically, and begins explaining the difference between Israel and gentiles.
