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Category: Chagim

Sefiras HaOmer and the Nature of Spiritual Growth

Posted on May 9, 2017April 15, 2018 By Simcha Gittel No Comments on Sefiras HaOmer and the Nature of Spiritual Growth
Sefiras HaOmer and the Nature of Spiritual Growth

BS”D When it comes to spiritual growth, we naturally tend to want the process to look something like this: A never-ending series of upward movements and experiences. But in reality, spiritual growth on any level is more like this: Yet, at times it can feel like this: Life’s Ups and Downs Real growth is a…

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Chagim, Emunah, Getting Out of Galus, Parsha Insights

Pharaoh’s Obstinacy: A Lesson in Attaining Inner Strength

Posted on March 27, 2017March 27, 2017 By Simcha Gittel No Comments on Pharaoh’s Obstinacy: A Lesson in Attaining Inner Strength
Pharaoh’s Obstinacy: A Lesson in Attaining Inner Strength

BS”D In parshas Shemos, HaShem for the first time informs Moshe Rabbeinu that He will strengthen Pharaoh’s heart, and Pharaoh will repeatedly refuse to release the Jewish people from Egypt: The Lord said to Moses, “When you go to return to Egypt, see all the signs that I have placed in your hand and perform…

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Chagim, Emunah, Getting Out of Galus, Parsha Insights, Tefilla

Esther HaMalka and the Power of Tefillah

Posted on February 28, 2017May 9, 2017 By Simcha Gittel No Comments on Esther HaMalka and the Power of Tefillah
Esther HaMalka and the Power of Tefillah

BS”D According to the midrash on Megillas Esther, before Esther HaMalka went in uninvited to Achasveirosh, she spent three days fasting, wearing sack-cloth, and praying by way of the window (toward Yerushalyim). She pleaded and cried for HaShem’s mercy, moving from window to window in the house of Achasveirosh (Esther Rabba 8:7). This midrash seems…

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Chagim, Tefilla

Rabbi Akiva and the Biggest Miracle in Our Time

Posted on December 30, 2016February 28, 2017 By Simcha Gittel No Comments on Rabbi Akiva and the Biggest Miracle in Our Time
Rabbi Akiva and the Biggest Miracle in Our Time

BS”D On the surface, Rabbi Akiva’s life is an inspiring tale of human achievement. He rose up from his humble beginning as a simple, unknown shepherd, the son of converts1, to become one of the most influential and beloved figures in Jewish History. But a deeper look at Rabbi Akiva’s story reveals an awesome message…

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Chagim, Emunah, Fundamentals in Judaism

Chanukah Candles and HaShem’s Love for Us

Posted on December 26, 2016December 26, 2016 By Simcha Gittel No Comments on Chanukah Candles and HaShem’s Love for Us
Chanukah Candles and HaShem’s Love for Us

BS”D On both Shabbos and Chanukah we light candles. While the two candle lightings emphasize our relationship with HaShem, they are different in nature. On Shabbos we affirm the fact that HaShem created the world, and we have the opportunity to reconnect to the deep spiritual yearning and love for Him that we all have…

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Chagim, Fundamentals in Judaism

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