SF - # The Compassion of Distance: Restoring the Lost Soul

The journey is beautiful

NEW: See Bottom of Page: "Ask the Rabbi" L'ilui Nishmat Yehudah Yoseph ben Moshe "You shall not see the ox of your brother or his sheep or goat straying far away, and ignore them; you shall surely return them to your brother." (Devarim 22:1) Why does the Torah specify seeing an animal straying "far away"? One might mistakenly assume that our responsibility ends where our convenience does—that we are only obligated to help if the lost object is close to its owner's home. To counter this, the Torah emphasizes "far away" to teach us that the distance of the object does not diminish the depth of our duty. We must exert great effort, regardless of the burden, to restore a friend’s material possessions. The Chofetz Chaim draws a profound Kal V'Chomer (a logical inference) from this: If the Torah demands such exertion for a physical ox or sheep, how much more must we commit ourselves to the "lost souls" of our people? Today, many who are distant from observance are like "lost sheep" who have simply never known the path back to the flock. They are Tinokot Shenishba—individuals who never had the opportunity to experience the sweetness of Torah. Our mission is to reach out with "great pleasantness," sensitivity, and joy. By opening our hearts and our homes, we don't just return a possession; we return a soul to its Father in Heaven. 3 Practical Exercises In memory of Yehudah Yoseph ben Moshe 1. The "Far Away" Perspective Shift The Torah mentions the animal "straying far away" to challenge our tendency to help only when it's easy. The Exercise: Identify one person in your life—a family member, neighbor, or colleague—who feels "spiritually or socially distant" from you. Intentionally reach out to them today with a warm greeting or a thoughtful question about their well-being. The Goal: To bridge the "distance" and show that no Jew is too far away to be noticed and cared for. 2. The "Hospitality of the Heart" The Chofetz Chaim emphasizes showing "great pleasantness" to those who are not yet observant. The Exercise: Think of one beautiful aspect of your Shabbat or daily Torah life (a specific song, a d'var Torah, or a special food). Share that "spark" with someone who doesn't experience it—either by inviting them for a meal or simply sharing a short, uplifting thought. The Goal: To replace "ignoring them" with "returning them" through the beauty of Jewish experience rather than through pressure or debate. 3. The "Lost Object" Mental Scan Just as we scan the field for a straying ox, we should scan our environment for "lost" needs. The Exercise: Today, look for a small "lost" need that is easy to ignore—perhaps a piece of litter in the Shul, a misplaced item in a store, or a person looking confused on the street. Act immediately to "return" order or provide direction. The Goal: To train the eye to see responsibility where others see an inconvenience, cultivating the sensitivity required to eventually save souls. Ask the Rabbi: Life Advice You are welcome to ask any question and receive a personal, private response from Rabbi Zvi Miller. Please email: salantorg@gmail.com Donations and Dedications Donate May the souls who left this world be remembered for a blessing. HaRav HaGaon Rebe Mordecai ben Rav Moshe and Rebbitzen Mazel Malka bas Sara R' Yochanon Mordecai ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leah bas Yehudah Yoseph R' Asher Zelig ben Zvi Hirsch and Moras Raizel bas Pesach 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 Ben Zion Freid HaRav HaGoan Yaacov Yitzchak Abrahams HaRav HaGaon Gershon Chaim ben Nachum Zev HaRav Ha Gaon Yehoshua Bergman R' Maair Ben R' Yakutiel and Javayeer z"tl Rav Asher ben Chasha Mosha Basha and Chaya Breina Lazarus 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 Kal Cholei Yisrael 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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FALTAM 4 SEMANAS PARA PESSACH - E COMO PASSAM RÁPIDO! - KI TISSÁ (07 de março)

 

Meór HaShabat Semanal

Perspectivas para a Vida, Ideias para o Crescimento Pessoal

 

 

 

        

 

 

     Bom dia, !

 

      Eis as novidades desta edição do Meor Hashabat Semanal:

 

   -   FALTAM 4 SEMANAS PARA PESSACH - E COMO PASSAM RÁPIDO!  

   -   Dando-se Bem nos Julgamentos

   -   O Bezerro de Ouro

 

                                                                 Horário de Acender Velas de SHABAT: (06 de março)

 

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Esta edição é dedicada em memória de  RABINO KALMAN MOSHE ben REUVEN AVIGDOR, HARAV ELIEZER SAID BEN-DAVID ben MONAVAR, SARA BAT MORDEHAI, MORDEHAI BEN MOSHE  Z"L, HARAV MENAHEM MENDEL BEN HARAV YEHUDA YEHIELZ"TL, REBE DE KALIV, e RABINO AZRIEL TAUBER BEN AHARON Z"TL  e senhora Yafa bat Shoshana

 e à pronta recuperação de Zeev ben Daha, Rebe Moshe ben Reizel (Rebe de Kaliv) e Pessach Yossef ben Hinda (Rav Pessach Krohn)

 

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SF - # Preserving the Future

The journey is beautiful

NEW: See Bottom of Page: "Ask the Rabbi" "If you come across a bird’s nest... you shall surely send away the mother, and the young you may take for yourself, so that it may go well with you and you may long endure." (Ki Tzeitzei 22:6-7) The Mitzvah of Shiluach HaKen (sending away the mother bird) applies specifically to wild birds. Unlike those we raise at home, wild creatures are vulnerable to the harsh realities of nature and the risk of extinction. By sending away the mother, we perform an act of global kindness—preserving the species and ensuring the "circle of life" continues. One might wonder: "How does sparing a single bird change the world?" The Seforno teaches us that the world is sustained through collective action. When we all act with such sensitivity, we ensure that no species vanishes due to human consumption. If HaShem promises the profound reward of "goodness and long life" for showing sensitivity to a bird, imagine the magnitude of the blessing when we act with kindness toward a fellow human being. Every small gesture of preservation and care is a seed planted for a blessed and lengthy future. Moral: Every creation has a place in HaShem’s world. When we protect life and show sensitivity to the "big picture," we align ourselves with Divine mercy. 3 Practical Exercises 1. The "Big Picture" Pause The Seforno emphasizes that our actions affect the entire species. The Exercise: Once today, before you use a resource (food, paper, water, or even energy), pause for five seconds. Acknowledge that this resource comes from HaShem’s world. The Goal: To move from "consuming" to "stewarding." By acknowledging the source, you transform a physical act into a spiritual act of preserving the world’s dignity. 2. "Sending Away" a Grievance Just as we send the mother bird away to let life continue, we often hold onto "grudges" or "critiques" that stifle the growth of others. The Exercise: Identify one person you have been critical of lately. "Send away" that negative thought or criticism. Instead of "taking" their dignity by pointing out a flaw, intentionally offer them a word of encouragement that helps them "stand tall." The Goal: To preserve the emotional well-being of a fellow Jew, mirroring the preservation of the bird's life. 3. The Kindness of Longevity The Torah rewards this Mitzvah with "long life." The Exercise: Perform a "hidden" favor for someone—something that won't give you immediate credit or "payback," but will benefit them in the long run (like clearing a tripping hazard, or making an anonymous introduction for a job seeker). The Goal: To act with the same selflessness required in Shiluach HaKen, where the reward isn't found in the moment, but is stored up by HaShem as "goodness and length of days." Ask the Rabbi: Life Advice You are welcome to ask any question and receive a personal, private response from Rabbi Zvi Miller. Please email: salantorg@gmail.com Donations and Dedications Donate May the souls who left this world be remembered for a blessing. HaRav HaGaon Rebe Mordecai ben Rav Moshe and Rebbitzen Mazel Malka bas Sara R' Yochanon Mordecai ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leah bas Yehudah Yoseph R' Asher Zelig ben Zvi Hirsch and Moras Raizel bas Pesach 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 Ben Zion Freid HaRav HaGoan Yaacov Yitzchak Abrahams HaRav HaGaon Gershon Chaim ben Nachum Zev HaRav Ha Gaon Yehoshua Bergman R' Maair Ben R' Yakutiel and Javayeer z"tl Rav Asher ben Chasha Mosha Basha and Chaya Breina Lazarus 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 Kal Cholei Yisrael 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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