Bitachon (Trust in G-d)

The Baal Shem Tov taught that “G-d loves every Jew like a father loves a son born to him in his old age.” Indeed, His love for us surpasses a father’s love. It is only that we, limited mortals that we are, have no better terms to describe His love. At eve...

You feel the pain and bitterness, even more deeply than the others, yet you carry in your heart an inextinguishable flame of faith, hope and optimism. You are Miriam, the quintessential Jewish woman.

G-d does not make tyrannical and unreasonable demands.

Stop suggesting to your Maker how to rescue you. Prepare for wonder.

A group of friends were discussing what they would do differently if they were running the world instead of G‑d. One said: “I would eradicate disease, hunger, and poverty.” Another said: “I would get rid of natural disasters.” A third suggested: “I would ...

When tragedy strikes—especially a tragedy of such magnitude as the Holocaust—even those with a strong belief in G‑d are often confronted with painful theological questions.

Simchah (joy) is a bulldozer that can break through barriers, but depression can lead to apathetic paralysis. In the chassidic way of life, “Serve G-d with joy” is not just an adage but the living agenda of a chassid. Just imagine two wrestlers fighting i...

By the Grace of G-d 26th of Nissan, 5724 Brooklyn, N.Y. [April 8, 1964] Mr. and Mrs. Zalmon Jaffe Salford Greeting and Blessing: I was very pleased to receive your personal regards through your son Rabbi Avrohom Jaffe. I trust that his visit was not only ...

By the Grace of G-d 10th of Adar, 5720 Brooklyn, N.Y. [March 9, 1960] Greeting and Blessing: I received your letter of February 26th, and the previous one. I was gratified to note that once again you have seen how your faith has been justified in the deve...