SF - # The Path to Happiness Through Gratitude

The journey is beautiful

In honor of Mr. and Mrs. Yankee Glassman: With heartfelt gratitude, we wish you and your family bracha, hatzlacha, and abundant nachas!

One of the keys to true happiness is developing a healthy and wholesome attitude toward money. Our Sages teach that the money in our possession does not truly belong to us; it belongs to HaShem, who places it in our trust. He entrusts us with resources so that we may use them for mitzvos, tzedakah, and acts of goodness. As long as the money remains with us, we thank HaShem for His kindness. And when it leaves our hands, we accept His decree with faith, knowing that this, too, is for our ultimate good. Today: A proper attitude toward money is among the most powerful tools for refining our character. It protects us from the traps of greed, jealousy, and dissatisfaction, and helps cultivate contentment and generosity. View your assets as a deposit placed in your care. Use what you have to strengthen spiritual pursuits, share with others, and increase kindness in the world. Accept your present financial situation with gratitude, and thank HaShem for your livelihood and well-being. (Based on Chovos HaLevavos, Shaar Cheshbon HaNefesh) Donate May the souls who left this world be remembered for a blessing. R' Yochanon Mordecai ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leah bas Yehudah Yoseph HaRav HaGaon Rebe Mordecai ben Rav Moshe and Rebbitzen Mazel Malka bas Sara Meira Leah bas Michael Basha Elka bas Moshe HaCohen Devorah bas Moshe HaRav HaGaon Rebe Yisrael ben HaRav HaGaon Zev Wolf HaRav HaGaon Rebe Moshe ben HaRav HaGaon Yacov Moshe Fisher HaRav HaGaon Daniel Zvi ben Avraham Chanuch HaRav HaGaon BZF HaRav HaGoan Yaacov Yitzchak HaRav HaGaon Gershon Chaim R' Maair Ben R' Yakutiel and Javayeer z"tl Refuah Shleimah Yochanon Baruch ben Fruma Ettta Zivia bas Raizel Tzvi ben Chana Avner Shimon ben Argamon Leah Hadassah bas Michal Chana Chava Bas Michal Chanah Nuna bas Nuna Yakir Efraim Ben Rachel Devora Chaya Leah bas Sara Chaya Shaina Chana Bas Itcha Netanel Ilan ben Shayna Tzipora Shmuel Ben Navat Chanah Tauba bat Tzilah. Daniella bat Sarah Rise bat Faiga salantfoundation.org US 305 653 1182 Israel 058 429 8471 Visit our website Connect with us Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email

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SF - # Yoseph's Most Powerful Sentence

The journey is beautiful

“And now, it was not you who sent me here, but HaShem; and He made me a father to Pharaoh, master of his entire household, and ruler over all the land of Egypt” (Bereishis 45:8). Yoseph’s extraordinary ascent—from slave to ruler of Egypt—made one truth unmistakably clear: HaShem had orchestrated every step of his journey. What appeared to be a tragic descent was, in reality, the pathway to greatness. Yoseph’s life vividly embodied the principle, “Everything that HaShem does is for the good.” For this reason, Yoseph told his brothers that they could take no credit for his success. Their intention in selling him was to diminish him, not to elevate him. Yet Yoseph went further: rather than reproach them, he comforted them. He reassured his brothers that the favorable outcome itself revealed their righteousness, echoing the teaching of our Sages: “A good outcome is brought about through a meritorious person.” If HaShem allowed such blessing to emerge, it meant that they were worthy vessels—even if they themselves did not yet see it. Yoseph exemplified the highest level of goodness by transforming his brothers’ intent to harm him into the very cause of his success. Today: Picture Yoseph standing before his brothers and choosing compassion over rebuke. Instead of blame, he reassures them that their actions were part of HaShem’s plan for salvation and greatness. Feel their relief as guilt melts away. When you face pain or conflict, look for HaShem’s guiding hand—and the good that can emerge in both events and relationships. (Based on the commentary of Rav Moshe Dovid Valli) Donate May the souls who left this world be remembered for a blessing. R' Yochanon Mordecai ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leah bas Yehudah Yoseph HaRav HaGaon Rebe Mordecai ben Rav Moshe and Rebbitzen Mazel Malka bas Sara Meira Leah bas Michael Basha Elka bas Moshe HaCohen Devorah bas Moshe HaRav HaGaon Rebe Yisrael ben HaRav HaGaon Zev Wolf HaRav HaGaon Rebe Moshe ben HaRav HaGaon Yacov Moshe Fisher HaRav HaGaon Daniel Zvi ben Avraham Chanuch HaRav HaGaon BZF HaRav HaGoan Yaacov Yitzchak HaRav HaGaon Gershon Chaim R' Maair Ben R' Yakutiel and Javayeer z"tl Refuah Shleimah Yochanon Baruch ben Fruma Ettta Zivia bas Raizel Tzvi ben Chana Avner Shimon ben Argamon Leah Hadassah bas Michal Chana Chava Bas Michal Chanah Nuna bas Nuna Yakir Efraim Ben Rachel Devora Chaya Leah bas Sara Chaya Shaina Chana Bas Itcha Netanel Ilan ben Shayna Tzipora Shmuel Ben Navat Chanah Tauba bat Tzilah. Daniella bat Sarah Rise bat Faiga salantfoundation.org US 305 653 1182 Israel 058 429 8471 Visit our website Connect with us Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email

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SF - # Is My Father Still Alive?

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“I am Yoseph your brother—is my father still alive?” (Bereishis 45:3) When Yoseph revealed himself to his brothers, his question seems unnecessary. They had already said that Yaacov was alive. Yet Yoseph was not asking for information—he was offering reassurance. The brothers stood in fear, realizing that the brother they had sold into slavery now held power over them. Yoseph sensed their dread and chose words of healing rather than blame. By asking, “Is my father still alive?” he touched the deepest bond they shared—their love for Yaacov Avinu. His message was clear: Let us make peace for our father’s sake. With a few gentle words, Yoseph healed a broken family. He taught us that true strength lies in choosing compassion over resentment and unity over division. Today: When emotions run high, speak to the love you share—not the wrongs you remember. Wise words can heal hearts and restore peace. I Donate May the souls who left this world be remembered for a blessing. R' Yochanon Mordecai ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leah bas Yehudah Yoseph HaRav HaGaon Rebe Mordecai ben Rav Moshe and Rebbitzen Mazel Malka bas Sara Meira Leah bas Michael Basha Elka bas Moshe HaCohen Devorah bas Moshe HaRav HaGaon Rebe Yisrael ben HaRav HaGaon Zev Wolf HaRav HaGaon Rebe Moshe ben HaRav HaGaon Yacov Moshe Fisher HaRav HaGaon Daniel Zvi ben Avraham Chanuch HaRav HaGaon BZF HaRav HaGoan Yaacov Yitzchak HaRav HaGaon Gershon Chaim R' Maair Ben R' Yakutiel and Javayeer z"tl Refuah Shleimah Yochanon Baruch ben Fruma Ettta Zivia bas Raizel Tzvi ben Chana Avner Shimon ben Argamon Leah Hadassah bas Michal Chana Chava Bas Michal Chanah Nuna bas Nuna Yakir Efraim Ben Rachel Devora Chaya Leah bas Sara Chaya Shaina Chana Bas Itcha Netanel Ilan ben Shayna Tzipora Shmuel Ben Navat Chanah Tauba bat Tzilah. Daniella bat Sarah Rise bat Faiga salantfoundation.org US 305 653 1182 Israel 058 429 8471 Visit our website Connect with us Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email

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