Rosh Hashaná - O Segredo da Tsedaká

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O Talmud nos relata que Biniamin HaTzadik administrava o fundo de caridade da comunidade. Certa vez, durante um ano de seca, uma mulher pediu-lhe ajuda. Ele respondeu que todo o dinheiro do fundo já havia sido distribuído. Ela falou: "Rabino, se o senhor não me ajudar, eu e meus sete filhos pereceremos".

Rabi Biniamin pegou do seu próprio dinheiro e ajudou aquela família. Algum tempo depois, ele ficou muito doente. Os anjos se aproximaram do Todo-Poderoso e disseram: "Está escrito na  Torá: 'Se alguém salva uma vida é como se tivesse salvado o mundo inteiro'. Quanto mais então num caso em que um homem salvou oito almas". O Criador imediatamente anulou o decreto e deu a Biniamin HaTzadik mais vinte e dois anos de vida. 

O objetivo máximo da Torá é o auto-aperfeiçoamento e a prática de boas ações. A compaixão e bondade de Biniamin HaTzadik representaram a essência da Torá. O Criador, então, concedeu-lhe vinte e dois anos adicionais, correspondentes às vinte e duas letras do alfabeto hebraico, de que a Torá é composta. 

Reflitamos sobre a história de Biniamin HaTzadik e pensemos em alguém que precisa de nossa ajuda. Pensemos na melhor maneira de ajudar e coloquemos nosso plano em ação. Fazendo isto com dedicação e empenho, colheremos as grandes bênçãos que o Criador jorra sobre aqueles que beneficiam os demais!

 

 

 

 

Uma Ótima Semana a Todos!

 

 

Baseado no Talmud Baba Batra página 11

 

 

 

 

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SF - The Reward of Charity \ The Wisdom of Our Sages

Monday\ August 27, 2018 \ 16 Elul , 5778

The Reward of Charity \ The Wisdom of Our Sages D'var Torah: Binyamin HaTzadik ministered the communal charity fund. Once a woman appealed to him for help during a draught. He told her that all the money in the fund had already been distributed. She said, "Rabbi, if you don't help me, I and my seven children with perish." Rabbi Binyamin supported her from his own private resource. Subsequently, Rabbi Binyamin became very ill. The angels approached HaShem, saying, "It says in the Torah, 'If a person saves one life, it is as if he saved the entire world.' How much more so, when one man saved eight souls." HaShem immediately rescinded the decree and granted Binyamin HaTzadik another twenty-two years of life.  Moral: The ultimate goal of the Torah is repentance and good deeds. Binyamin HaTzadik's compassion and kindness fulfilled the essence of the Torah. Therefore HaShem granted him an additional twenty-two years, corresponding to the twenty-two letters of the Hebrew alphabet, from which the Torah is comprised.  Application: Review the story of Binyamin HaTzadik and be inspired by his compassion and kindness. Contemplate on someone who needs your help. Think of the best way to help him and put your plan into action. Help him with an effective and heartwarming act of kindness. Perform your kindness with the same dedication and commitment, as if you were Binyamin HaTzadik.  Rejoice in your fulfillment of the  Torah and the great blessings that HaShem grants you. (Based on Bava Batra 11) Visit the Salant Mussar Library L"N R' Yochanon Mordecai ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leah bas Yehudah Yoseph Refuah Shleimah Yochanon Baruch ben Fruma Ettta Riva bas Henya Zivia bas Raizel Leah Hadassah bas Michal Chana Chava Bas Michal Chanah Chaya Harriet Bat Sophie Lee Mazal Malkah Mollie Bas Sarah Yakir Efraim Ben Rachel Devora STAY CONNECTED:

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SF - A Positive Perspective on Repentance \ Parashat Ki Tzeitzei

Wednesday\ August 22, 2018 \ 11 Elul , 5778

A Positive Perspective on Repentance \ Parashat Ki Tzeitzei D'var Torah: "You shall not despise the Edomite, for he is your brother "(Devarim 23:8). This verse holds a hidden meaning that is greatly encouraging for our spiritual growth. The word Edomite, which connotes "red," alludes to sin, as per the verse, "Though your sins be as red as scarlet, they shall become as white as snow." We must not view our misdeeds as despicable, and incapable of being rectified. Rather, we are assured that we can convert our past innappropriate actions to "your brother", i.e, to something positive and beloved as a brother. Meaning, we can reverse our sins to Mitzvot when we perform repentance with love of HaShem, as our Sages taught, "Your intentional sins will become merits."   Moral: Although it is human nature to sometimes become overwhelmed by our past sins, the Torah reveals that we must always maintain an optimistic attitude. Indeed, in HaShem's unbounded compassion, He ordains that our sincere repentance effectively converts our negative deeds into positive ones.   Application: Envision a scarlet red garment. See it change colors and become "as white as snow." View your sins as this red scarlet garment. Contemplate on repenting for your sins. Engage in the process of repentance.  See the scarlet red garment, and envision it transforming to a white one. So too, envision your "despicable" actions and see them all convert to Mitzvot, light, and endless merits.  (Based on the commentary of the Yesod HaTorah) Visit the Salant Mussar Library L"N R' Yochanon Mordecai ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leah bas Yehudah Yoseph Refuah Shleimah Yochanon Baruch ben Fruma Ettta Riva bas Henya Zivia bas Raizel Leah Hadassah bas Michal Chana Chava Bas Michal Chanah Chaya Harriet Bat Sophie Lee Mazal Malkah Mollie Bas Sarah Yakir Efraim Ben Rachel Devora STAY CONNECTED:

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Rosh Hashaná - Garantindo Boas Amizades

Em Memória de Alter Yossef ben Shmuel, Hanne Bruche bat Yaacov, Samuele ben Yossef, Samuel ben Avraham, Regina bat Alter, Braindel bat Shmuel Biniamin, Lea bat Michael  e Ester Sandra bat Avraham Z"L e-Mussar Sabedoria para o Crescimento Pessoal

 

 

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Com a aproximação de Rosh Hashaná traremos edições que possam nos inspirar a crescer espiritualmente e merecermos ser inscritos para um Ano Novo bom e doce.

 

 

Rabi Eliezer disse:

'Que a honra de seu amigo lhe seja tão preciosa quanto a sua'.

(2:15)

 

 

 

Como fazer para honrar nossos amigos e familiares com a mesma honra que queremos para nós próprios?

A honra sincera por nossos amigos e familiares se apóia sobre dois pilares: o respeito e a paciência. Uma fonte generosa e inesgotável de paciência é indispensável para honrá-los apropriadamente. Se nos falta paciência e somos 'pavio curto', é praticamente impossível que não se sintam menosprezados ou ofendidos.

Não há nada que estrague e prejudique mais os relacionamentos do que a raiva. Já a honra e respeito constantes – mesmo quando não estamos de pleno acordo – garante uma amizade duradoura e permanente.

Tomemos uma firme decisão de preservar a honra e ter paciência com nossos amigos e parentes. Desta maneira seremos abençoados com excelentes relacionamentos e um Ano Novo muito doce e harmonioso!

 

 

 

 

Uma Ótima Semana a Todos!

 

 

                                             Baseado no comentário do Rabino Ovádia de Bartenura (Itália e Israel, 1440-1516) sobre o Pirkei Avót

 

 

 

 

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SF - The Two Pillars of Honoring Your Friend \ The Wisdom of Our Sages

Wednesday\ August 22, 2018 \ 11 Elul , 5778

The Two Pillars of Honoring Your Friend \ The Wisdom of Our Sages  D'var Torah: "Rabbi Eliezer says: 'Let the honor of your friend be as dear to you as your own.'" (Avos 2:10) How do we open our hearts to honor our friends with the same honor that we wish for ourself? The sincere honor of one's friend rests on two pillars: respect and patience. In fact, a generous and unending supply of patience is indispensable to sufficiently honor your friend. If one lacks patience and is short-tempered with his friend, there is no question that his friend will feel slighted. In fact, there is nothing that damages relationships as much as anger. Whereas, constant respect and honor even at times when you don't see eye to eye, insures a lasting and enduring friendship. Moral: Constant respect and patience enhances honor, and effectively preserves and strengthens good relationships. Application: Envision Avraham Avinu and Sara Emanu honoring their guests and treating them like kings. See how their graciousness, kindness, and respect fills the hearts of their guests with joy. Emulate Avraham's and Sara's winning combination of respect and patience -- and enjoy the wonderful benefits of enduring friendships.  (Based on the commentary of the Bartenura to Pirkei Avos) Visit the Salant Mussar Library L"N R' Yochanon Mordecai ben Ephraim and Moras Esther Leah bas Yehudah Yoseph Refuah Shleimah Yochanon Baruch ben Fruma Ettta Riva bas Henya Zivia bas Raizel Leah Hadassah bas Michal Chana Chava Bas Michal Chanah Chaya Harriet Bat Sophie Lee Mazal Malkah Mollie Bas Sarah Yakir Efraim Ben Rachel Devora STAY CONNECTED:

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