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The Integration of Steadfast Faith \ Mesilat Yesharim
D'var Torah: "And you are to know this day and instill in your heart that HaShem is G-d, in the heaven above and on the earth below, there is no other" (Devarim 4:39). This verse embraces the foundation of all spirituality and pure service of HaShem. Specifically, to know clearly and be consciously aware that HaShem is the Master of the universe. We attain this core understanding of HaShem by instilling it into our heart, on a daily basis, as the verse says, "and instill in your heart." The continuous effort to integrate our knowledge of HaShem within our hearts is the secret of developing steadfast pillars of faith. The more we contemplate on HaShem and ingrain the truth of His existence into our hearts, the more we will be elevated in the purity of our Divine service.
Moral: Increasing our awareness of the awe of HaShem and instilling it into our hearts is the foundation stone that gives life and meaning to all of our Torah learning, prayers, Mitzvot, and good deeds.
Application: Envision Moshe Rabenu each day of his life contemplating on the existence of HaShem. Imagine Moshe Rabenu singing a song of praise to HaShem. Notice how the awe of HaShem fills Moshe's heart with intensity, holiness, and joy. Transpose this awareness and awe of HaShem into your heart. (Based on the commentary Rav Yehezkel Sarna to Mesilat Yesharim ) The Salant Foundation is currently looking for a Shul or community to partner with us in sharing the merit of the unique and important Salant Kollel. There are practical and easy ways (such as adoptakollel.org) to create a special mutual relationship between the Kollel and a Shul or community. If you think your shul or community or even workplace might want to participate in supporting the Salant Kollel, please contact Rabbi Zvi Miller at salantorg@gmail.com, and we'll discuss how to go about implementing your idea. Thank you. |
L"N R' Yochanon Mordecai ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leah bas Yehudah Yoseph. R' Maair Ben R' Yakutiel Javayeer z"tl
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