SF - # The Power of Unconditional Love

The journey is beautiful

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

D'var Torah: "You shall surely let go of your indignation" (Shemot 23:5) When a person sins, he places himself in disfavor before Hashem; yet in His boundless compassion, Hashem does not respond with rejection but transforms that disfavor into an expression of love. By continuing to bestow kindness and mercy upon the sinner, Hashem demonstrates that His relationship with us is not easily severed. When a person recognizes this unearned love and patience, he begins to grasp the depth of Hashem’s goodness. It is often this very realization—this encounter with divine forgiveness—that awakens the heart, inspiring sincere repentance and a renewed acceptance of the mitzvos, embraced not merely out of obligation, but with joy and gratitude. Judgment and criticism of others is often counterproductive. The compassionate Torah has a game-changing ideology: "Let it go," and win your friend's redemption by smiling on him with love, acceptance, and joy. Application: Emulate HaShem's compassion and forgiveness. Let go of your judgments of others. Respond to unsuitable behavior with love and friendship. Give people the support and confidence to grow towards goodness and personal transformation. Remember the healing power of love. (Based on the commentary of the Tomer Devorah, Chapter One) Life Advice – עצת חיים 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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Como Sentir Que a Vida Tem Valor? -------> Shabat Shalom MISHPATIM (14 de fevereiro)

 

Meór HaShabat Semanal

Perspectivas para a Vida, Ideias para o Crescimento Pessoal

 

 

 

        

 

 

     Bom dia, !

 

      Eis as novidades desta edição do Meor Hashabat Semanal:

 

   -   'Ressucitando' a Responsabilidade !

   -   53 Mandamentos em Uma Semana Só

   -   Quer Encontrar a Felicidade?

                                                                                  Horário de Acender Velas de SHABAT: (14 de fevereiro)

 

 S. Paulo: 18:27 h   Rio de Janeiro 18:13  Recife 17:24  Porto Alegre 18:54  Salvador 17:43  Curitiba 18:40

 B. Horizonte 18:12  Belém 18:12  Brasília 18:24  Jerusalém 16:43  Tel Aviv 17:05  Miami 17:52  Nova York 17:08

 

 

Shabat Shalom a todos !    

gerson

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Esta edição é dedicada em memória dos que faleceram no ataque terrorista a Israel, 

ao pronto restabelecimento dos feridos e à libertação dos que estão em cativeiro em Gaza

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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)

 

Para parar de receber o Meor Hashabat semanalmente:
mande para (to): meor18@hotmail.com
assunto (subject): PARAR

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SF - # The King’s Secret and the Power of a Gracious Word

The journey is beautiful

In honor of Drs. Karl: With heartfelt gratitude, we wish you and your family bracha, hatzlacha, and abundant nachas!

Core Idea The Ben Ish Chai tells of a king who fell into a deep, inexplicable depression. No doctor could find a cure, and no entertainer could bring a smile to his face. One day, a simple traveler requested an audience, claiming he held the remedy. Instead of offering a potion, the traveler began to speak. He didn't speak of the king’s wealth or power; instead, he spoke with such profound kindness, humility, and genuine interest in the king's well-being that the king felt a physical weight lift from his chest. The traveler explained: "Your Majesty, the soul is nourished by the breath of speech. When words are harsh, critical, or arrogant, they act as a poison to the atmosphere. But when a person practices hospitality of the heart—welcoming others with soft speech and a gracious eye—they create a 'spiritual oxygen' that heals both the speaker and the listener." The Journey of the Soul The Ben Ish Chai emphasizes that hospitality (Hachnasas Orchim) is not merely about providing a bed or a meal; it is about the speech that accompanies the service. A meal given with a scowl is a burden, while a simple glass of water offered with a warm word is a banquet. Speech as a Creative Force: Our words have the power to build worlds or destroy them. Soft speech (Lashon Raka) breaks the "bone" of resistance and fosters connection. Hospitality of the Heart: To truly host someone is to give them a place in your mind and heart. This requires silencing our own ego and "jealousy" to make room for another person’s presence. Practical Exercises The "First Word" Rule: Resolve that the very first word you say to anyone you encounter today—family, colleague, or stranger—will be a word of "hospitality." Use a greeting that makes them feel seen and welcomed (e.g., "It's so good to see you," or a warm "Good morning"). The Critic’s Fast: For the next four hours, abstain from any form of critical speech, even if it is true. If you cannot say something that adds "spiritual oxygen" to the room, practice the hospitality of silence. The "Full Attention" Host: When someone speaks to you today, put down your phone and turn your body toward them. This is the ultimate form of hospitality—giving someone your undivided focus is a gift more valuable than any physical meal. (Based on the Parables of the Ben Ish Chai) Life Advice – עצת חיים 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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