| The Joy of LIfe \ Tomer Devorah D'var Torah: The greatest gift we have is the "gift of life." How does HaShem impart life to mankind? The secret of life is revealed in the verse, "Life emanates from the light of HaShem's countenance." The joy and love that HaShem holds for His creations, illuminates His countenance. As a result, HaShem "smiles" upon us and grants us His sweetest blessing of life. The awareness that our very life flows to us from HaShem's love is the key to true happiness.
Moral: Life emanates from HaShem's absolute compassion. HaShem focuses exclusively on our positive attributes and joyously breathes within us the precious gift of life.
Application: Emulate HaShem by greeting everyone with a warm smile. Light up your countenance with joy, affection. and pleasantness. (Based on Tomer Devorah, Chapter 2, of Rav Moshe Cordevaro) | 
