SF - # The Voice that Upholds the World

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NEW: See Bottom of Page: "Ask the Rabbi" The Secret of the Small Aleph The opening word of Sefer Vayikra—ויקרא (And He called)—contains a profound orthographic mystery: the final letter, the Aleph, is written smaller than the rest of the text. According to the Be’er Yoseph, this "Small Aleph" serves as a spiritual bridge to the very beginning of a Jew's journey. It represents the Aleph-Beit in its most primal form—the letters as they are first encountered by small children. This miniature letter reveals that Hashem holds the simple, nascent study of young children as the most precious "calling" of all. Before a child reaches the age of Mitzvot (commandments), their Torah study is defined by absolute purity, untainted by ego or ulterior motives. Their innocent voices, as they painstakingly recite "א, ב, ג," do more than just learn a language; they awaken a unique level of Divine compassion. It is this pure breath of school children—their simple joy and sincere will—that serves as the merit upholding the entire world and protecting Klal Yisrael. The simplest Torah learning of a child is the greatest in the eyes of Heaven. The world does not stand on the shoulders of the giants alone, but on the pure speech of its youngest students. Application: To bring the "Small Aleph" into your actual life, complete these three steps based on your experiences from the last 72 hours: 1. Identify the "Small Aleph" Moment Look back at your interactions over the last few days. Identify one specific moment where you witnessed a child (your own, a student, or a neighbor) struggling with a "beginning"—whether it was practicing a letter, reciting a Bracha (blessing), or simply asking a sincere question about Hashem. Who was the child, and what was the specific action? 2. Reframe the Value In that moment, you might have seen it as "cute" or "simple." Now, re-evaluate that specific memory. Visualize the Small Aleph hovering over that child. How does your perspective shift when you realize that their simple effort in that moment was, at that second, the most beloved thing in the universe to Hashem? 3. The Immediate Micro-Investment Think of a child you will see in the next 24 hours. Commit to one "Small Aleph" response: Active Listening: When they speak words of Torah or ask a question, stop what you are doing and give them 30 seconds of undivided, "holy" attention. Specific Praise: Instead of saying "Good job," say: "Hashem is so happy to hear your voice saying those holy letters." Reflective Prompt: The "Pure Voice" Challenge Prompt: "Think about a time this week when you felt overwhelmed by the weight of the world's problems. Now, recall the sound of a Jewish child's voice—perhaps singing a song from school or reciting a verse. How does the concept of the 'Small Aleph' (that their purity actually sustains the world) change your level of anxiety or hope regarding the future of Klal Yisrael?" 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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SF: # Getting ready for Pesach — one thought ?

The journey is beautiful

The Salant Foundation 🫓✨ KIMCHA D’PISCHA – HELP A FAMILY FOR PESACH ✨🫓 Pesach is approaching, and Israeli families everywhere are preparing for the Seder. For many poor families, the cost of matzah, wine, and Pesach food is simply beyond reach, approximately $1,000 per family. For generations, our people have upheld the sacred custom of Kimcha D’Pischa — making sure every Jew can celebrate Pesach with dignity. ⚠️ This year, the challenge is greater. Because of the uncertainty and financial strain caused by the war, fundraising has become much harder — when needy families need help the most. The Salant Foundation, inspired by the teachings of Rabbi Yisrael Salanter, is providing essential Pesach assistance to struggling families. Your donation will help provide: 🫓 Matzah for the Seder and Pesach 🍷 Wine and Seder essentials 🛒 Basic Pesach food for families ✨ Help an Israeli family sit at the Seder table with dignity and joy. 🙏 Please give generously. Every donation translates directly into food on the table for many families. Salant Foundation I Want to Help 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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Porção Semanal: VAIKRA (21 de março) --> Como Aumentar o Nosso QI (ou ao menos, não diminui-lo) + Pessach Está Chegando! Por Que Parar de Comer Pão por 1 Semana ?

 

Meór HaShabat Semanal

Perspectivas para a Vida, Ideias para o Crescimento Pessoal

 

 

 

        

 

 

     Bom dia, !

 

      Eis as novidades desta edição do Meor Hashabat Semanal:

 

   -   Pessach Está Chegando! !  --> Dias 01 e 02 de abril

    -  Como Desfrutar de seu Seder

    -  Por Que Parar de Comer Pão por 1 Semana ?

   -   Como Aumentar o Nosso QI (ou ao menos, não  diminui-lo)

 

                                                                  

                                                                 Horário de Acender Velas de SHABAT: (20 de março)

                                                                                                                                     S. Paulo: 17:57 h   Rio de Janeiro 17:43  Recife 17:10  Porto Alegre 18:15  Salvador 17:24  Curitiba 18:07

B. Horizonte 17:46  Belém 18:04  Brasília 18:02  Jerusalém 17:10  Tel Aviv 17:32  Miami 19:12  Nova York 18:48

 

 

 

Shabat Shalom e Muita Alegria a Todos !   

    

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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
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SF - # A Small Deed Becomes a Life Offering

The journey is beautiful

NEW: See Bottom of Page: "Ask the Rabbi" The Soul in the Handful "Better is a handful of quietness than both hands full of labor with futility" (Kohelles 4:6). The Midrash reveals a startling Divine preference within this verse. The Holy One, Blessed be He, says: "The handful of flour brought by the poor man as his Minchah offering is more beloved to Me than the handful of incense offered by the High Priest." Why does the simple flour of the poor outweigh the fragrant incense of the Kohen Gadol? Because the flour offering brings atonement, while the incense does not. Our Sages (Menachos 104b) note that of all the sacrifices, the Torah uses the term "Nefesh" (Soul) specifically regarding the Minchah. Because the poor man gives from the very little he has, HaShem considers it as if he has offered his very soul. The High Priest, while performing an exalted service, uses public funds; the poor man, however, offers a piece of himself. HaShem values the personal sacrifice and the "squeeze" of the heart, decreeing that this small gift shall achieve a level of atonement that even the most expensive incense cannot reach. We often feel that our spiritual efforts are insignificant compared to the "spiritual giants" around us. However, the Torah reveals that HaShem empathizes with the struggle. He cherishes the small, difficult "handful" of devotion you offer today more than a masterpiece offered without effort. Application Exercise: The "Minchah" Minute The Torah Temimah teaches us that sacrifice creates a unique bond with HaShem that ease cannot achieve. This exercise is designed to turn a moment of struggle into a "beloved offering." The Practice: The Effort Elevation Identify the "Small Flour": Choose one Mitzvah or task today that feels "heavy" or difficult because you are tired, or busy (e.g., saying Birkat HaMazon with focus, being patient with a difficult person, or learning for just five minutes despite a long day). The Reframe: In that moment of struggle, pause and say: "This is my 'handful of flour.' It might look small to the world, but because it is hard for me right now, it is a 'Nefesh' offering." The Joy of Acceptance: Perform the act with the conscious thought that HaShem is looking past the "simplicity" of the act and cherishing the "Soul" you put into it. The Result: Notice how the feeling of "futility" or "insignificance" vanishes when you realize that your smallest effort is currently the most beloved thing in Heaven. Reflective Prompt: "What is one 'handful' of service I did today that required real personal sacrifice? How does it feel to know HaShem calls that a 'soul-offering'?" 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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