The Spiritual Vibrancy of Klal Yisrael
Haman knew that HaShem had a special love for Klal Yisrael and had performed the great miracles of the Exodus on their behalf. He also realized that the destruction of the Temple was a consequence of the people's lax in their observance. Therefore, he assumed that Klal Yisrael was vulnerable to attack. However, the following encounter proves that he was mistaken. Mordecai, the esteemed leader of Klal Yisrael, met a group of children coming out of Cheder. Each child told him a special Torah insight that he had learned that day. Mordecai rejoiced saying, "Klal Yisrael is spiritually vibrant. Therefore, Haman's plan has no chance of success!"
Lesson: As long as we are spiritually vibrant and perform the Mitzot with dedication and enthusiasm, we can rely on HaShem's blessing, protection, and redemption. App: Learn Torah with joy and perform the Mitzvot with enthusiasm -- and strengthen the wellspring of blessings, redemption, and miracles that HaShem showers upon Klal Yisrael. (Based on the Darchei Mussor of Rav Yaacov Neiman)
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L"N Rav Yochanon Mordecai Ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leach bas Yehudah
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