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19 articles- One Doesnt Live to Eat or WorkThe Chofetz Chaim explains that life should not be a cycle of working to eat and eating to work, but rather a pursuit of Torah, mitzvos, and Hashem's will.
- Emunah and Bitachon Brings ParnassahExplore how emunah and bitachon serve as the true sources of parnassah, drawing from the Degel Machane Efraim, the Zohar, and the teachings of Dovid Hamelech.
- The Gevir Who Lost it AllThe Chofetz Chaim shares a powerful story about a wealthy Russian bridge builder who learned the hard way that one must rely on Hashem rather than material asse
- The Horses Who Thought They Were AngelsThe Ropshitzer Rebbe shares a parable about horses that thought they were angels to teach a wealthy man about humility and the true source of success.
- Making Peace Between the Body and the NeshamaThe Dubno Magid explains how Birchas Hamazon creates harmony between the physical body and the spiritual soul through a parable of a blended family.
- The Only Mitzvah at NightThe Magid of Mezheritch advises a man struggling with nightly temptations to wash for bread and recite Birchas Hamazon for spiritual protection.
- It Is Natural for a Person to Take Credit For His SuccessThe Alter of Kelm explains that it is human nature to attribute success to one's own strength and talents rather than recognizing Divine assistance.
- All Decisions Are Made by HashemExplore how Hashem guides every decision and acquisition, as explained by the Targum and Ramban, emphasizing that all life events are divine miracles.
- One Who Regrets His Actions Lacks EmunahThe Baal Shem Tov teaches that since Hashem guides all thoughts and actions, regret over past decisions like business deals reflects a lack of faith in His will
- Like a BabyThe Chofetz Chaim explains that like a baby in a crib, man may feel independent but is actually unable to do anything without Divine assistance.
- Hashem is in ControlRav Eliyahu Dessler explains that success in business and war comes solely from Hashem, emphasizing that human intelligence and strength are not the true causes
- Wealth Brings One Close to HashemA teaching from Rav Leib Saras shared with the Kotzker Rebbe explains how wealth can uplift the heart and allow for a constant, worry-free relationship with Has
- Despair Leads to KefirahRav Moshe of Kobtin explains how forgetting the joy of 'v'haya' leads to sadness and despair, which can ultimately result in a loss of faith in Hashem.
- Bitachon in Parnassah and Not in Avodas HashemThe Chidushei Harim explains how people mistakenly rely on themselves for parnassah while relying on Hashem for spiritual growth, contrary to Torah principles.
- Asking for Yiras ShomayimThe Kotzker Rebbe explains that while earthly requests are subject to Divine discretion, a sincere prayer for yiras Shomayim is always granted by Hashem.
- Hashem Has All the Middos Besides OneAn exploration of the Toldos Yaakov Yosef's teaching that Hashem possesses all character traits except for fear of Heaven, which man must uniquely acquire.
- The Way to Get Close to HashemThe Ohr Hachaim and Rambam explain how a person who has sinned can return to Hashem through teshuva, yiras Shomayim, and performing a bundle of mitzvos.
- The House Filled With Light Rav Aharon of BelzA collection of hagiographic stories about Rav Aharon of Belz, detailing his childhood holiness, his defense of every Jew, and his extreme personal piety.
- Sponsor The Cost Of Sending A PackageSponsor a food package for widowed and orphaned families in Bait Shemesh—your act of kindness promises divine blessings in return!
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