When to Be Humble

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When to Be Humble

When should we say "the world was created for my sake" and when should we say "I am but dust and ashes"?

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Humility

By Dov Greenberg

Rabbi Dov Greenberg is executive director of Chabad at Stanford University.

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Leah is learning South Florida August 8, 2018

So much wisdom.Thanks. When you are insulted it sounds like you should say it's Ok I'm nothing. I will try that. I had thought for a while when in insulted remind myself that I am something and not risk narichkeit. There are also times and insult can teach us something. I will definitely try what the Rabbi said, since I haven't done this in a long time. Reply

Guri August 7, 2018

Rabbi that is so true, When a challenge presents itself to the area of the mind that provides enlightenment then that is what is asked of us from Hashem. Thus when the nations need time to accommodate for other light it is that of the dust that gives us time to reflect on more light. It is the Mishkan that holds the light for more good deeds provided by Hashem. Reply

Wahwassuck Walkeen August 7, 2018

Thank you Rabbi for sharing your wisdom. Reply

Anonymous Brooklyn April 3, 2015

Which Chassidic master? Reply

Anonymous San Diego December 16, 2013

thank you!!! thank you rabbi Dov for sharing such an awesome wisdom, we all need to learn to live a true humble yet loving life. Reply

Brocha Weinberger November 5, 2013

Rabbi Greenberg you are giving the Rebbe z'tzal great nachas. May you continue to have this great Siyatta Dishmaya and keep making a Kiddush Hashem.

B. Weinberger
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Anonymous Palm Springs Ca April 10, 2013

thank you Rabbi Dov! I so enjoy your lovely insights and personable inspirations!! You have such an interesting way of storytelling while clarifying your message so distinctly. And I enjoy your warmth and humor!!

In appreciation... Reply

Susan Brooks Michigan December 10, 2012

Thank you. Your teaching makes me think. It's like a springboard to thoughts. And leaves me always wanting to learn more. Reply

maria brooklyn November 14, 2012

inspiring lessons Rabbi Dov. Thank you for these short but mindful stories. I am not jewish but i love watching and reading your stories. It does help me a lot. Keep them coming!! Reply

Efraim Zaltzman Brooklyn, NY August 12, 2012

Bueatiful stuff Dov, keep the inspiration coming. Reply

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