Internalizing Torah, Lo Sachmod, Methodology for Tikkun Hamiddos
To act, think, and feel as a ben Torah at all times, the basic emunos v’dei’os of Torah have to be internalized. This schmooze illustrates this point using lo sachmod, and outlines a 3 step methodology for internalization.
How Beliefs Dictate Our Reactions
A World view is embedded within halacha; basic ideas & concepts are embedded within mitzvos. The distinction between creed and deed is artificial – dos and don’ts already embody basic ideas. Examples from Lo tachmod, Shivisi Hashem l’negdi tamid &
Philosophy of Halacha, Continued
More examples from: the wording of berachos in general, the beracha of asher yotzar, the obligation to say 100 berachos each day, the berachos of Krias Shema
Philosophy of Halacha
A World view is embedded within halacha; basic ideas & concepts are embedded within mitzvos. The distinction between creed and deed is artificial – dos and don’ts already embody basic ideas. Examples from Lo tachmod, Shivisi Hashem l’negdi tamid &
Be Centered on Hashem, not Self-Centered
Reacting to Events Around Us
Al Ta’amin B’atsmecha ad yom moscha
The 2 Part Avodah of Elul
Purim: Unequivocal Commitment
Implementing Ratzon