During the days of the First Temple, no formal prayer was needed.

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Leah’s soul stemmed from the world of thought; Rachel’s, from the world of speech. Leah was introspective, a master of meditation. Rachel was a communicator, charismatic and appealing.

Isaac had attained such a lofty nature that his body was a loyal agent of his soul.

I feel like I can’t request anything from him at all! And when I tell him how hurt I feel from his behavior, he just gets mad.

Melbourne has often been named one of the most livable cities in the world. Lesser known, but most important, is that this “shtetl” is famous for its kindness—it’s hachnasat orchim—generously hosting and caring for its guests, and for the enormous compassion that the people have for each other.

I need to see beyond the consciousness of division. To stay present in reality.

Chassidic teachings encourage us to learn from everything we encounter in life.

Why would G-d need to send a prophet to test us and find out what He surely already knows?

“Suddenly, I saw an angel walking toward me. It blocked my way forward, and began to drag me back out of Gan Eden!”