The Seforim HaKedoshim teach that all good influences from Heaven come from the Shulchan. Giving bread to the poor brings abundance and happiness. The concept of Lechem HaPanim (Bread of Presence) is interpreted as a reflection of one's face—if you smile and give to others, you receive goodness in return. Success in life depends on how you view others and yourself.
Having a high opinion of others elevates a person. Chazal say that one who is an advocate for Klal Yisrael becomes great. Dovid HaMelech exemplified this by seeing good in everyone, even his enemies, and thus achieved true greatness and royalty. In contrast, a critical person who is always suspicious of others is unworthy of high positions. The story of Eli HaCohen and Chana illustrates this: Eli suspected Chana of being drunk, but she corrected him, showing that being critical can lead to loss of spiritual stature.
There were two families of Kohanim—Elozor and Isamar. The Kehuna Gedola (High Priesthood) alternated between them, but ultimately, the family with better middot (character traits) prevailed. Achimatz ben Tzadok was known for bringing good news, while Yehonasan ben Evyasar brought bad news. The Torah values those who advocate and see good in others, as they bring blessing and elevation.
