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Bitachon 46 - It's Not Us - It's Only Hashem from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.661339
The Beis Halevi says an unbelievable idea, which is that the seeming cause of our success is not at all the cause - the success was decreed by Hashem, and that was what brought us the opportunity w...
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Bitachon 45 - Why Put in Efforts from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.660435
The Beis Halevi explains the idea behind the concept of hishtadlus-efforts - why we have the necessity at all, and what the proper approach is when we are doing hishtadlus. Ultimately, the results ...
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Bitachon 41 - Only Bitachon from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.656911
We come to the close of our study of the Alter of Novardok's discussions on Bitachon, and we learn that it is imperative to work on Bitachon, not only because it's a mitzvah, but because it steers ...
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Bitachon 37 - Strengthening our Resolve from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.652843
The Alter of Novardok discusses the excuses of the Yetzer Hara in our service of Hashem - in our work on Bitachon and on our middos - in the guise of a secular excuse and the excuse of the 'Talmid ...
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Bitachon 35 - Seeing Deeper from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.651221
The Alter of Novardok gives us a perspective as to the amount of spiritual input that goes into everything that we see - although we could superficially believe that the 'baker' in front of us made...
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Bitachon 31 - Bitachon Alongside Efforts from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.647973
We discuss the difference between the opinions of the Chovos Halevavos and the Ramban, as explained by R' Yisroel Salanter. We stress the fact that even according to the Chovos Halevavos, who requi...
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Bitachon 23 - Don't Worry About Tomorrow from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.641066
We talk about the essential nature of the mitzvah of Shemitah, which is to teach us not to worry about tomorrow, and to expect the miracles that Hashem promises He will bestow on us when we trust i...
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Bitachon 15 - Too Much Effort from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.633456
We discuss the concept of 'too much hishtadlus-effort' - which the Alter sees as the mistake of Yosef. We also try to understand why it was so important for Yosef to suffer for another two years in...
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Bitachon 12 - Specific Bitachon from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.591802
We talk about the idea of specificity when it comes to Bitachon - we need to know what we are trusting Hashem about! We also discuss completely relying on Hashem - and no others. We continue with t...
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Bitachon 10 - Yosef’s Mistake from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.589901
We start a discussion of Yosef Hatzadik, who chazal say spent an extra two years in jail because of fine lack in his bitachon. The reason - for repeating his request to the wine bearer of Pharaoh. ...
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Bitachon 7 - The Alter’s Candle from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.587478
We discuss the mind blowing story of the Alter who went into the forest without a candle in the night and trusted Hashem would send him one. What does this mean for us in our work on Bitachon? What...
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Bitachon 3 - The Path of Trust from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.584075
We continue our discussion of Bitachon by exploring the second advantage of Bitachon - which is an intrinsic advantage of the person who has developed this path of trust. Such a person has the stre...
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76. Absolute trust works from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.576408
We can observe the way people respond to those who totally trust them, and understand that Hashem certainly responds this way, as well.
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75. Lesson of the Manna from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.575615
When one attaches himself completely to Torah, and yearns for God's help, he merits supernatural help, as we learn from the Manna.
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72. Yetzer Hara's wiles II from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.573062
We discuss some responses to the Yetzer Hara's claims, as well as some more claims he would have us believe.
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71. Yetzer Hara's wiles from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.572325
In Jacob's fight with the angel, the angel succeeded in striking his thigh. This corresponds to the many claims of the yetzer hara that he uses to prevent a person from serving Hashem properly and ...
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56. Yosef's mistake from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.551850
We begin to explore the fine lack of bitachon that Yosef had when he asked Paroh's wine bearer to remember him twice.
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36. Righteous reward from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.377437
We explore the proper approach to bitachon as it applies to the special reward of the righteous in the World to Come.
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35. Reward here and there III from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.376414
We discuss why the Torah does not explicitly speak about the world to come, but rather leaves it to the Oral Tradition.
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34. Reward here and there II from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.375559
We discuss why the Torah does not explicitly speak about the world to come, but rather leaves it to the Oral Tradition.
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33. Reward here and there from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.374485
We discuss why the Torah does not explicitly speak about the world to come, but rather leaves it to the Oral Tradition.
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23. Seven areas of bitachon from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.361093
There are seven different aspects of a person's reality that he needs to infuse with bitachon.
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22. Different strokes, different folks from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.360274
Each person has an obligation to put in effort for his livelihood according to his personal inclination.
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21. Righteous suffering, evil succeeding from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.359480
We explore the concept of the success of those who defy Hashem, as opposed to the difficulties of those who serve Hashem.
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20. Why work? from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.358479
The Chovos Halevavos gives us two reasons why Hashem determined that it was essential that man put in efforts to earn his livelihood. One is to create an arena for free will, and the second is so t...
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19. Emes - truth from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.357695
We discuss the concept of Emes, truth, which represents a balanced view of reality, which is really a prerequisite for trusting Hashem.
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18. Fourth and fifth conditions from 2022-02-22T09:11:53.356885
We discuss the fourth and fifth conditions for Bitachon, one of which is the fact that one can not place his faith in Hashem if he is not willing to fulfill the mitzvos of Hashem. The other is that...
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Bitachon 47 - Seeing it in Hindsight from 2022-02-16T13:25
We talk about two different stories where one can see in hindsight that the Bitachon 'worked,' or that the challenge was really a good thing. We also continue in the Beis Halevi who talks about wha...
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Bitachon 44 - Receiving the Blessings from 2022-01-26T16:02
We continue in the Beis Halevi who tells us about the negative impact of trusting in human beings and the great reward - in this world and the next - when we put our trust and faith in Hashem.
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Bitachon 43 - Going to the Source from 2022-01-19T15:38
We explore the idea of the Beis Halevi that we need to look beyond the immediate challenge or the human being who seems to be causing us difficulty, and instead look to the real Source - Hashem, an...
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Bitachon 42 - Never Fear from 2022-01-11T20:16
We begin studying the sefer of the Beis Halevi on Bitachon, and he starts with the teaching that Bitachon is not only an obligation, but it is actually a sin to lack bitachon. The result is that th...
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Bitachon 39 - Path to Spiritual Greatness from 2021-12-22T13:42
We complete the 12th chapter of the Alter of Novardok's discussion of Bitachon, which ends with a call to renounce the excuses of social pressure and the 'easy' solutions to the problems of life, i...
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Bitachon 40 - Complete Bitachon from 2021-12-22T13:42
We begin the final chapter of the section on Bitachon in Sefer Madreigas Ha'adam by the Alter of Novardok, in which he emphasizes that the correct path for someone who truly seeks spiritual greatne...
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Bitachon 38 - Lishma and Bitachon from 2021-12-15T19:00
The Alter of Novardok continues his discussion on the importance of Lishma - acting with pure motives - despite the surrounding culture; and having Bitachon-Faith that all of the answers to life's ...
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Bitachon 36 - Focusing on Bitachon from 2021-11-30T22:38
The Alter of Novardok brings two different stories which illustrate the mistake of focusing too much effort on hishtadlus-efforts and how that could take away from a person's spiritual striving bot...
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Bitachon 34 - Putting Your Efforts into Bitachon from 2021-11-15T16:46
In this episode we continue in the Alter of Novardok's discussion of Bitachon, and the power of investing all of one's efforts into Bitachon, in order to avoid the pitfall of starting to believe th...
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Bitachon 33 - Guidelines for Bitachon from 2021-11-11T17:40
The Alter of Novardok gives clarity as to what is considered Bitachon - specifically, in a situation where it seems likely that a certain individual will provide my needs, it is important to remain...
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Bitachon 32 - Bitachon is for Everyone from 2020-10-20T14:19
The Alter of Novardok quotes the Rambam (Maimonides) who reveals that anyone can choose to be like the tribe of Levi - whose sole mission was service of Hashem - and thereby by amongst those who 'f...
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Bitachon 30 - Trusting Makes us Righteous from 2020-06-30T17:19
We explore two concepts - one is the reason why Shmuel Hanavi did not seem to have Bitachon when he was sent to anoint Dovid Hamelech, and said that Shaul might kill him. The second is the idea tha...
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Bitachon 29 - Sinners and Bitachon from 2020-06-28T17:19
We discuss the amazing idea of the Ramban that one can have full confidence in Hashem that He will provide for a person's needs, even if that person has done sins against Hashem. Bitachon is not af...
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Bitachon 28 - Rejoice in Our Lot from 2020-06-24T17:19
We discuss the idea that a person often sees what others have and thereby feels like they don't have their needs. The solution is to recognize that we indeed have exactly that which Heaven has decr...
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Bitachon 27 - Spiritual Cause and Effect from 2020-06-22T13:47
We discuss the question of the Officer in the story of Elisha Hanavi, who challenged Elisha's statement that awesome blessings were imminent, despite their dire predicament. He said, "Would Hashem ...
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Bitachon 26 - Invest in Bitachon from 2020-06-18T15:59
We discuss the idea that we always receive returns on our investments - if we invest in our spiritual connection to Hashem, we will receive a much greater dividend as it manifests in the blessings ...
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Bitachon 25 - Hashem is Our Shadow from 2020-06-17T19:27
We discuss the idea that Hashem interacts with us according to how we interact with Him - if we completely trust that He will perform miracles for us, then He will. If we trust in ourselves or othe...
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Bitachon 24 - Don't Worry About Tomorrow II from 2020-05-24T18:57
We continue our talk about the essential nature of the mitzvah of Shemitah, which is to teach us not to worry about tomorrow, and to expect the miracles that Hashem promises He will bestow on us wh...
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Bitachon 22 - Deep Bitachon from 2020-04-29T14:10
We discuss the difference between the 'lime digger' who took the idea of Bitachon simply - and it worked - as opposed to the students of the Alshich, who had a tougher time implementing the idea of...
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Bitachon 21 - Bitachon and Carona from 2020-03-18T16:14
This is a recording of a special lecture given to the women's Bitachon group on the topic of facing off with the Corona virus.
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Bitachon 20 - Climbing the Rungs of Bitachon from 2019-12-15T19:24
This is a special edition of the Bitachon Podcast in honor of the 100th yahrtzeit of the Alter of Novardok! We talk about the different levels and how to get past the fear that the Bitachon might n...
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Bitachon 19 - Keeping the Bitachon from 2019-11-26T16:08
We talk about the idea of constantly repeating a passuk to strengthen our bitachon. We also talk about the power of working on bitachon as part of a group. And we wrap up the idea of the person who...
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Bitachon 18 - Wavering Bitachon from 2019-11-19T20:24
We speak about the issue of someone who sometimes gives himself the space to be spiritual and work on their service of Hashem and what happens when the challenge hits and that same person needs to ...
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Bitachon 17 - Miracles and Efforts from 2019-11-13T17:46
We explore the difference between the ten spies and Yehoshua and Calev in regards to why one group expected miracles and not the other. We also talk about the three different opinions when it comes...
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Bitachon 16 - Less Effort, More Bitachon from 2019-11-10T15:54
We continue our exploration of the story of Yosef, and his mistake of putting his faith in a person rather than maintaining his faith in Hashem.
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Bitachon 14 - Negative Bitachon from 2019-06-28T14:26
We speak about the idea of negative bitachon - where we unconsciously believe that negative things will happen, and they do - often in a way that could only be orchestrated by Hashem! How and why d...
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Bitachon 13 - Serenity vs Quietude from 2019-06-13T15:35
In this episode, we speak about the difference between Shalva - Serenity and Menucha - Quietude. It's possible for a person to have all he wants, but this only leads to worry of losing it. The deep...
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Bitachon 11 - Gratitude and Bitachon from 2019-05-14T18:41
We discuss the idea of gratitude - the sense of having all one needs, and how that interplays with bitachon - which is actually a sense of already having the thing we need. We speak of a specific e...
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Bitachon 9 - All Efforts to Attain Bitachon from 2019-04-18T15:39
We finish the 3rd chapter of Bitachon of the alter of Novardok and look again at the problem of thinking about tomorrow. We also explore the idea that it is appropriate to put in efforts in order t...
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Bitachon 8 - Bitachon is For Everyone from 2019-04-11T17:55
The midrash states that the angel spoke to Yaakov - 'to him and all generations' - because bitachon without hishtadlus is something that is attainable by anyone in any generation. We also try to un...
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Bitachon 6 - Expect Miracles from 2019-03-25T22:28
We continue our discussion of Rava's visitor who was used to 'fattened chicken and old wine' who not only benefitted himself with his Bitachon, but also those who around him, who also enjoyed the d...
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Bitachon 5 - Hashem Can Do Anything from 2019-03-18T14:08
When someone has true trust in Hashem, that person is not dependent on the place or even on any other human being. We explore the story of the poor man who had a high standard of living and was que...
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Bitachon 4 - Start Seeing His Hand from 2019-03-10T15:12
We continue and look at what life looks like without Bitachon - constant fear and worry. When we start trusting in Hashem, He starts to show us His presence all the time. We tell the story of R' Zu...
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Bitachon 2 - Forget Tomorrow’s Worry from 2019-02-25T15:29
We continue our discussion of bitachon - absolute trust in Hashem. One who trusts in Hashem has a twofold advantage - the first is relief from the constant worry about tomorrow and a true recogniti...
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Bitachon 1 - Bitachon Without Hishtadlus from 2019-02-17T17:53
We begin our discussion of Bitachon - Complete faith in God - with the opinion of the Alter of Novardok (R' Yosef Yoizel Horowitz), which is based on the opinion of the Gr'a and his students, that ...
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82. Emunah in the night from 2012-04-17T13:55
We discuss the approach one can have when one is entrenched in a situation where it seems that Hashem has turned away.
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81. Acceptance and prayer from 2012-04-16T13:56
If one truly accepts their situation, how is it possible to pray to be extracted from the situation?
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80. Acceptance and realism from 2012-02-28T11:22
We talk about acceptance and looking for Hashem's will in our livelihood. We also speak about knowing our place and working without bias when we enter the true bitachon mindset.
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79. Connecting and implementing bitachon from 2012-02-14T15:06
We discuss the concept of connecting to others in search of truth, and wonderful story of someone who implemented what we have learned in the Sharei Bitachon podcast.
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78. Finding the balance from 2012-01-23T16:29
We discuss how one can find the right balance in one's trust of Hashem. It is by searching for an understanding of His will, and moving out of the selfish mode of thinking.
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77. Bitachon - root of the Torah from 2012-01-18T15:56
Bitachon is the root of the Torah, as it reveals the true purpose of the Torah, which is the recognition that there is nothing besides for Hashem.
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74. Connecting to Hashem's Will from 2011-12-12T16:57
It is imperative to stay dedicated to the desire to do Hashem's Will. We discuss how to avoid falling into the pitfalls of excuses, and some thoughts on how to escape if one has indeed fallen there.
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73. Simplistic thinking from 2011-11-20T12:16
We discuss some responses to the Yetzer Hara's claims, as well as some more claims he would have us believe.
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70. Devoted to Hashem from 2011-10-04T02:08
The bitachon ideal is to completely dedicate oneself to the service of Hashem.
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69. Who makes the bread? from 2011-09-25T13:46
If one would contemplate how much of a process is the power of man and how much is the power of Hashem, he would realize that it is really all Hashem.
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68. Developing Bitachon from 2011-09-22T17:11
We discuss circumstances that are questionable whether they should involve bitachon, as well as two approaches to developing Bitachon.
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67. Two types of Bitachon II from 2011-09-21T14:04
As we have seen, the Chovos Halevavos has one type of Bitachon, and the Madregas Ha'adam seems to have a different type of Bitachon. The Alter, however, points out that the Chovos Halevavos also sp...
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66. Two types of Bitachon from 2011-09-19T17:32
As we have seen, the Chovos Halevavos has one type of Bitachon, and the Madregas Ha'adam seems to have a different type of Bitachon. The Alter, however, points out that the Chovos Halevavos also sp...
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65. Shmuel's bitachon from 2011-09-15T16:57
We continue with the previous discussion, focusing on the story of Shmuel when he was told to annoint Dovid Hamelech.
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64. Trust of the wicked from 2011-09-13T14:34
The wicked person can also have complete bitachon, despite his evil deeds. In the end, however, Hashem will still collect that which is due for the evil committed.
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63. Do we believe? from 2011-09-12T14:04
This chapter discusses the challenge we face in our trust in Hashem, when it comes to how much effort we need to expend in getting our needs.
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62. Bitachon and Shemitah II from 2011-09-08T13:43
The Shmitah year presents a great challenge and a great lesson in the concept of bitachon.
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61. Bitachon and Shemitah from 2011-09-07T13:43
The Shmitah year presents a great challenge and a great lesson in the concept of bitachon.
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60. What will we eat? from 2011-09-06T13:43
The Shmitah year presents a great challenge and a great lesson in the concept of bitachon.
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59. The Alshich and the donkey driver from 2011-09-04T13:20
We read the story of the Alshich and the donkey driver, which was previously discussed, but we read here in the text.
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58. Yosef's mistake III from 2011-07-24T18:46
We continue to explore the fine lack of bitachon that Yosef had when he asked Paroh's wine bearer to remember him twice.
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57. Yosef's mistake II from 2011-07-11T13:51
We continue to explore the fine lack of bitachon that Yosef had when he asked Paroh's wine bearer to remember him twice.
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55. Acceptance and Bitachon II from 2011-06-30T12:56
Accepting that we don't have bitachon is the paradoxical key to bitachon.
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54. Acceptance and Bitachon from 2011-06-12T13:24
Accepting that we don't have bitachon is the paradoxical key to bitachon.
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53. Yakov's trust from 2011-05-18T13:31
We explore the level of Yakov's bitachon, which literally had the power to alter nature.
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52. Absolute bitachon from 2011-05-17T12:02
To the degree that our trust in Hashem is unshakeable, Hashem responds by giving us everything we need, irrespective of the situation or likelihood of receiving.
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51. The power of powerful trust from 2011-05-15T12:07
To the degree that our trust in Hashem is unshakeable, Hashem responds by giving us everything we need, irrespective of the situation or likelihood of receiving.
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50. Complete and incomplete Bitachon from 2011-05-11T14:42
The way Hashem deals with us is precisely as we deal with Him. If we have complete faith, He helps us completely. If we have a weakness in our faith, we will see that reflected in the way He helps us.
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49. Path of Bitachon III from 2011-05-10T13:04
The madregas ha'adam speaks about the life outlook of someone who has true trust in Hashem, and the resulting equanimity of that person, no matter his circumstances.
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48. Path of Bitachon II from 2011-05-09T16:17
The madregas ha'adam speaks about the life outlook of someone who has true trust in Hashem, and the resulting equanimity of that person, no matter his circumstances.
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47. Path of Bitachon from 2011-05-08T13:06
The madregas ha'adam speaks about the life outlook of someone who has true trust in hashem, and the resulting equanimity of that person, no matter his circumstances.
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46. Crying and dancing from 2011-04-27T12:15
We explore two more tools for developing unconditional love - crying and dancing. We begin the Madregas Ha'adam's discussion of Bitachon.
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45. The key to true Bitachon from 2011-04-21T12:48
The key to true Bitachon is loving oneself unconditionally. We discuss and develop some tools that one can use to inculcate this love into oneself.
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44. Bitachon b'li Sibah II from 2011-04-17T13:53
We continue our discussion of Bitachon b'li sibah, which is dependent on unconditional love.
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43. Bitachon b'li Sibah from 2011-04-10T13:53
We begin a discussion of Bitachon b'li sibah, trusting Hashem without effort.
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42. Ten levels of trust from 2011-03-27T13:21
As a person's awareness expands, his trust in Hashem deepens, in ten stages. We complete the gate of trust in Chovos Halevavos. We talk about ways of developing trust, even when one is faced with a...
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41. Expanding awareness from 2011-03-23T13:33
As a person's awareness expands, his trust in Hashem deepens.
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40. Understanding the Root Cause from 2011-03-22T13:46
Bitachon is about developing an awareness of the fact that the most direct causes are the least powerful, and the farthest Cause, which is Hashem Himself, has the most influence on us.
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39. Preparing for the future world from 2011-03-16T15:09
We look at the difference in outlook between one who trusts and one who does not, when it comes to their approach to involvement in earning a livelihood.
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38. One who trusts vs. one who does not II from 2011-03-14T17:34
We look at the difference in outlook between one who trusts and one who does not, when it comes to their approach to involvement in earning a livelihood.
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37. One who trusts vs. one who does not from 2011-03-13T13:21
We look at the difference in outlook between one who trusts and one who does not, when it comes to their approach to involvement in earning a livelihood.
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32. Relating to others from 2011-02-28T14:10
When one relates to others in the performance of mitzvos, for example, charity, one needs to understand the proper approach to Bitachon, as well.
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31. Bitachon and serving Hashem from 2011-02-27T13:53
We discuss the correct approach to trusting Hashem when it comes to fulfilling the mitzvos and serving Him properly.
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30. Bitachon of the extrovert from 2011-02-23T14:16
We discuss the approach of a person who has interactions with others, and how he is to view their help, our that which he does for others, in light of the fact that it is ultimately Hashem who is b...
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29. Bitachon of the loner from 2011-02-22T20:00
When a person finds himself in a situation that he is alone, with no relatives or close ones, there are certain thoughts he can encourage himself with.
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28. Hashem loves us from 2011-02-20T15:00
We discuss the important idea that Hashem loves us. Without a proper recognition of this, it is difficult to trust in Him.
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27. We get what we need from 2011-02-15T12:40
People will chase after money because they desire honor. The true honor is when one serves Hashem. Even when a person does not have what he needs, or only precisely what he needs, he must still tru...
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26. Errors in trust from 2011-02-14T13:37
Sometimes Hashem will cause one person to be the 'source' of many people's livelihood in order to test individuals to see if they will focus on where the livelihood truly comes from.
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25. Bitachon in health matters from 2011-02-13T12:10
We have a parallel idea of bitachon when it comes to how one approaches health and healing.
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24. Work, but know it's from Hashem from 2011-02-10T14:38
One needs to put in normal efforts, but at the same time, he must recognize that ultimately all his needs are provided for exclusively by Hashem, and are not really related to his efforts.
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17. Second and third prerequisite from 2011-01-31T15:38
We start with a discussion on the importance of recognizing our emotion and understanding the stages in intensity of emotion - seven days, a month, and a year. We then discuss the second and third ...
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16. Hashem is the root from 2011-01-30T12:07
The seventh condition of trust is the recognition that Hashem is the root of all reality. This means that all that we see is a result of His desire and will. Thus, there is only Hashem to place our...
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15. Yakov's approach from 2011-01-24T15:08
We explore the approach of Yakov, who was the perfect balance between Avraham's chesed and Yitzchak's gevurah. His approach to life was a clear example of emotional intelligence, knowing when to em...
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14. Holding onto Bitachon from 2011-01-23T18:51
We explore an anomaly in the story of Yosef. We explore the two aspects of Bitachon, as opposed to Emunah. Bitachon is trusting and seeing Hashem's hand. Emunah is being faithful, even when His han...
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13. Five prerequisites for Bitachon from 2011-01-18T14:19
There are five prerequisites for trusting Hashem in the correct way. The first is properly internalizing the seven conditions discussed previously.
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12. Seven conditions of trust from 2011-01-17T13:47
We explore the seven conditions under which one would completely place one's trust in another. These seven can only be found in Hashem Himself.
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11. Lesson of the Mon from 2011-01-16T13:27
The mon, which was the special bread that Hashem provided for the Jews during their traveling through the wilderness, is the classic analogy for the concept of Bitachon. We explore an interesting ...
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10. Advantages of Bitachon III from 2011-01-09T17:47
The one who trusts in Hashem has serenity and does not need to expend as much effort for his livelihood, knowing that Hashem decrees how much he is to earn. We finish the introduction and begin the...
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9. Yosef vs. Dovid from 2011-01-05T20:45
We return to a discussion of the two levels of bitachon, but this time reflected in the two distinct approaches of Yosef and Dovid, respectively.
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8. Trust helps in Torah and life from 2011-01-04T19:11
One who trusts in Hashem has advantages in knowing that he can fulfill his obligations with money with no worries. He also has tremendous serenity in all his life's endeavors.
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7. More advantages of Bitachon II from 2011-01-03T21:44
We continue with the sixth through tenth advantages of the one who trusts in Hashem, as opposed to the alchemist.
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6. More advantages of Bitachon from 2011-01-02T22:53
We continue with the third, fourth and fifth advantages of the one who trusts in Hashem, as opposed to the alchemist. The alchemist may not always have what he needs, and he will fear people. The o...
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5. Hashem gives livelihood from 2010-12-28T18:21
We talk about the first two advantages of the one who trusts Hashem over the alchemist. We tell the story of the family who trusted in Hashem for their livelihood and were ready to lower their stan...
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4. Advantages of trust from 2010-12-27T22:55
We discuss the advantages of trust in Hashem as opposed to trusting in people. When one is dependent on people, there are numerous drawbacks, including the need to flatter and be beholden to them.
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3. Two levels of Bitachon II from 2010-12-26T18:45
We see the two levels of Bitachon in the approach of the tribes of Yissachar and Zevulun. We continue to read from Chovos Halevavos about the one who trusts in his wealth, as opposed to one who tru...
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2. Two levels of Bitachon from 2010-12-23T18:03
We explore the two levels of Bitachon, one which involves efforts on our part, and one which does not. We tell the story of the Alshich and the cement man, as well as the Alter of Novahardok and th...
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