Being Satisfied with Little
“If G-d… will give me bread to eat and clothes to wear” (Bereishit 28:20) “It is better to have a little with fear of Hashem than a great treasure accompanied by turmoil. It is better to have a meal of greens where there is love than a fattened ox where there is hatred” (Mishlei 15:16-17) […]
His Faith Keeps Him Alive
His Faith Keeps Him Alive I am acquainted with a Mr. Cohen from New York. Unfortunately, this man contracted cancer. When I was receiving people on a visit to New York, Mr. Cohen sadly informed me that the disease had spread throughout his body. The doctors had given up on his ever recovering. He added […]
Driven to Sin
Driven to Sin A man came to tell me that he was saved from a car accident in a most miraculous manner. “Where were you headed when you had the accident?” I asked. The man was embarrassed by my question and did not want to answer. But eventually, I learned that he had been headed […]
The Birth of a Son Produces Mitzvot
The Birth of a Son Produces Mitzvot On one of my trips to London, a man far from Torah and mitzvot approached me. He reminded me that one year earlier, I had blessed him with children and, Baruch Hashem, the blessing materialized, and he was now the father of a baby boy. He wished to […]
When There’s Room in the Home, There’s Room in the Heart
When There’s Room in the Home, There’s Room in the Heart An extremely wealthy woman approached me with nothing but grievances toward G-d. After she somewhat calmed down from her litany of complaints, I asked her, “Did you forget that just this past year, you purchased a beautiful, large home, which was even written about […]
A Seven-day Jew
A Seven-day Jew A man told me he had the custom of praying only once a week. I was taken aback by this assertion. “Are you a Jew only once a week?” I asked. “Does Hashem do kindliness with you only once a week?” In prayer He heard my words and allowed them to penetrate. […]
Financial Failing, Spiritual Success
Financial Failing, Spiritual Success At the end of one year, a man turned to me bitterly, crying, “Honored Rav, why was this past year so bad for me? I observed Torah and mitzvot and withstood difficult tests admirably. Why, then, did my livelihood suffer, and why were my possessions confiscated?” “Why do you assert that […]
Burning with Thanks
Burning with Thanks Many people have shared their tales of miracles with us. In response, they have asked how they can repay Hashem for the wonderful miracles He did for them. Here are two examples: A woman from the States lives in a forty-story building. With her own eyes, she witnessed a small airplane […]
Awakening to Gratitude
Awakening to Gratitude I once underwent surgery which involved general anesthesia. When the anesthesiologist began injecting me with the substance which would put me to sleep, I tried fighting it off as best as I could. But it was more powerful, and the next thing I knew, the operation was over. The experience of awakening […]
Bursting with Thanksgiving
Bursting with Thanksgiving A French couple once built a huge edifice, in which they had invested a considerable sum. It was a beautiful office building which contained tens of offices for various businesses. It also housed large halls for conferences and the like. The couple conducted a dedication ceremony the day before the grand opening. […]
The Magnetic Force of a Good Word
The Magnetic Force of a Good Word When I was yet a young boy, I was sent to faraway England. Due to the distance, I didn’t see my family for seven years straight! After this time, I returned home to Morocco and the family I so missed. I was surrounded by love and warmth. Then […]
Getting My Feet Wet in Gratitude
Getting My Feet Wet in Gratitude As a very young child in Morocco, I used to love to visit the port. I would spend hours watching the boats, the captains, sailors, and all the seamen. I loved observing the fishermen draw in their daily catch. I adored all things connected with the big, wide ocean. […]
