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one of the best ways to do kiruv is to be a good example. Sometimes, we don’t need to do much, just be a good friend, invite someone for shabbos, have good middos, share some info. on something. With kiruv, we accomplish both bringing Jews close to Torah and also unity BH
I agree, when someone does something negative, people think it’s everyone and generalize it. That’s why we need to be careful with our middos and how we treat others. People might disagree with each other, but we should respectfully talk it through. Lets make a good impression of both Ahavas Torah and Ahavas Yisrael, may we Torah Jews be a positive light for others.
fighting the greeks is one thing. But harrassing a fellow Jew is not right. I understand if you want to help someone improve, you nicely talk to them about how to improve. you don’t harrass them, because it’s a chillel Hashem, they won’t listen to you, the media gets on the story and people start hating us. A better way is to positively help them improve. we don’t fix a sin by sining against someone. We do it by gently helping them
It’s just as wrong to do something negative to someone who they think is doing something wrong. It’s one thing if someone thinks someone is doing something wrong and they SPEAK to them, but it’s another thing to actually do a sin ourself in reaction. For example, I remember when someone I know got upset about people we know, and I was worried that their anger might hurt our parnassah and so i got angry at him. Looking back, I realize that was not the right thing because that probrably would only make things worse, like double jeopardy. The best thing would have been that i just pray to Hashem and trust that He continues to provide.
We shouldn’t sin inorder to fix a sin, there are better ways to do things
I think it depends on the individual. We’re not all meant to do the same thing. We each have our own purpose. For some it is kollel and for others it is both learning and working. If a person is not cut out to learn all day, they shouldn’t do, it won’t be productive. Like it says in Pirkei Avos perek 2 , that they should do both so they are occupied and don’t sin or be wasteful. If doing both is more productive for them, then they should do that. Plus, if they don’t have the means to do only do kollel, then do both. Being productive in both ways makes one feel good.
I believe she’s innocent. While she might Not be a perfectly innocent girl, I don’t think she did the crime. I think that italian prosecuter is out to get her. Their evidence is contaminated. In America, contaminated evidence is thrown out. But in that small town in Italy, it’s different, they keep it even if it’s not true. I was thinking that it’s looks like mida keneged mida because of America holding Pollard and Rubashkin
eat green vegatables and lots of water. Also, stop coffee 2 days in advance so you don’t have withdrawl headache
gmar chasima tova
gut yom tov kativa v’chatima tovah
I saw that video, very good message about putting down the phone and paying attention to people around us
I agree with Kapusta, pray in, your own words, to feel the inspiration and kavanah. Also, picture in your mind what you are saying. Like the Brachos in the beginning. Picture enjoying the blessings you have as you say it. And when saying Shemona Esrei and other prayers, picture it. Some people might need to study the translation to understand the words. But anyway, hope this helps
Work, sometimes I have these expectations and they fall apart. Like expecting engagement to be very fun, and finding it stressful.
In life, things will never be perfect. There’ll always be something that puts a damper on our enjoyment. My theory is maybe it’s because we’re in Golus and it’s reminders to not be too comfortable but to want the Geula.
Also, challenges are for our own growth, whether giving us more patience, more understanding, etc. And it helps to appreciate life more. Like when someone has a cold, after it goes away, they enjoy life more. Recently, I felt very down because of a situation that lasted for awhile. But Baruch Hashem, the situation has improved and I enjoy life more BH. Now another thing happened to stress me out. But it’s just another hurdle that I need to jump. The thing is to work on being positive, and internalize that it’s for the best. That’s emunah:)
Chodesh tov everyone
Metro, true we should work on ourself throughout the year. I guess sometimes people get caught up with life and foget about taking care of themselves. But it’s true that we should try to keep the spirit, and not just do this for the holidays, but stay focused on our goals. One step at a time, and we can do it, with Hashem’s help
These things happening right before Elul is deffinately a wake up message. we should each look in ourself and see what we need to do,.
Improving our middos is deffinately important, and judging an average person favorably. Plus, not holding a grudge. This is hard when sometimes people are annoying. But it is a test, and we can pass the test if we choose to.
Every small act of kindness counts and can lift someone up. Let’s be a good example
I think it’s good that there are many different types of Jewish music. Some Jews don’t like the usual Jewish music, and people noticed that and made something they might like. Sure it’s not perfect, but it’s a lot better than the radio. I agree that sometimes the music is not fitting for the words, and we should be respectful of the words. But generally, if we have a way to inspire people on their level, we should use that
I agree, when we show love and joy with our Jewish practice, it pours over to them. Plus, both parents should remember to spend enough quality time with kids, talk, listen, and have a good time.
I agree that they don’t know better. Of course, the “rabbi” should know better, but might have wanted to do what the family wanted. Still though, the person should explain the laws to the family so they can make an informed decision.
What we in general need to do is reach out and bring our fellow Jews in, like the owner of shabbat.com who has many guests B’H. Slowly, show them the beauty and truth of our heritage.
And of course, also continue to show our own children the joy, truth, and beauty in our heritage
I try to use it for good, for example, spreading Jewish links and videos
Great message.
May we live with wisdom, love and joy, and give this to our children so they grow to reach great heights. Every moment is precious, to talk and listen. May the Geula sheleima come soon
I’m grateful that Hashem gave me an idea to help me start my own business, BH. It’s still in the beginning process, but hopefully, IY’H I’ll have clients soon. I’m also thankful for family and friends and friends, BH
Like I said in another thread, we don’t know what the reason is. But We can deffinately do something to turn things around and do something postive. What we each need to do is look at what we each need to work on. Whether it is better Middos, ahavas yisrael, ethics, more kavana in prayer, etc. we can each make a difference. May we improve ourselves in good ways, and may the geula sheleima come soon
I don’t know what the reason is. But We can deffinately do something to turn things around and do something postive. What we each need to do is look at what we each need to work on. Whether it is better Middos, ahavas yisrael, ethics, more kavana in prayer, etc. we can each make a difference. May we improve ourselves in good ways, and may the geula sheleima come soon
There are many different reasons why people go off. I had a class on it at Touro La, and we discussed the different reasons.
One of them is being influenced by others like peers.
Another one is the home environment Not being enjoyable and so they don’t see the beauty in their heritage and they look for something different. To fix this, we should be sure to add some warmth and joy to the environment.
There’s also those that feel like their questions aren’t being answered and so they feel intellectually frustrated. For this, we should take the time to talk to them and find information to help them.
Some individuals go to college and find out things that go against what they learned. If they don’t have a strong foundation, this can hurt them. One of my classmates suggested that before this person goes to college, they should be told beforehand what they might encounter, for example, “They believe in evolution where…..but we don’t because…..”
There are also teens that get turned off when they see a bad example of someone who should know better, and yet acts poorly. Obviously, we all make mistakes, but it still gives them a negative impression, which is why we need to be careful with middos and behavior.
Hope this helps 🙂
Jewish singers do it for both the income and to spread Jewish messages
Rabbi Machanic is good with helping youth and answering questions, baruch Hashem.
Something that a friend and I learned while studying about space is that the universe would need a lot of mass to hold itself together, however most of the universe is made up of Dark energy and Dark matter. Therefore, there is only a small percert of regular mass, plus the universe is being pulled apart by dark energy. There has to be Something or Someone holding it together.
Another interesting point is that how is it possible that we Jews after being persecuted for many centuries are still here? Someone must be protecting us
Like Aries says, find what they like
while coming here, I was thinking that I should go to bed. Then I see here it says go to sleep lol
tips I read from a good book, and other things
Each spouse should focus on their own responsibility
Show appreciation to each other
Let each other know what you need/want
If the person is going through a hard time, be understanding, patient and supportive of them.
Pray to Hashem to help you both