Good morning Bitachon of the day ❤️
The Torah connects “happiness” to the chagim (holidays) in which the Jewish People were oleh la’regel, when they joined together as a collective whole in Yerushalayim. When we expand beyond our own personal struggles and problems and devote ourselves to others, our worries fade away and a rich sense of inner peace is left in their place. When we devote our lives to Klal Yisrael, our sense of self expands exponentially, and we feel an existential sense of happiness. Similarly, when we
devote our lives to Hashem, we expand our sense of self infinitely, and our sense of happiness knows no bounds.
This paragraph means that our soul must be connected with everyone around us. By doing mitzvot and helping others, we strengthen our soul.
Holidays are incredibly precious to me, offering the joy of being surrounded by family and friends. The powerful prayers in the synagogue elevate the experience even further. Growing up without Jewish friends, I never knew the deep connection one could feel within a Jewish community. My life changed dramatically at 20 when I experienced my first real Shabbat. My soul awakened, and I realized I needed to make drastic changes. I ended a long-term relationship with my non-Jewish boyfriend, understanding that I needed a deeper connection to Judaism. Hashem then guided me to New York, where I was surrounded by a very orthodox Jewish community. There, I experienced an unimaginable love for Torah, Hashem, and a profound amount of Emunah. It was a turning point in my life, leading me to adopt kosher eating as my first step towards living a more authentic Jewish life.
The sense of oneness made me realize what Judaism is truly about; I had never experienced that before. When I got married, this feeling grew even stronger thanks to my husband. During our Shabbat meals, he invited as many people as he could, and even if we didn't have enough room, we always miraculously managed to fit everyone. Our home has become an open home, sharing with others who don't have a place to eat during Shabbat.
Oneness in Hashem is based on the belief that Hashem is a single, indivisible being, eternal and beyond human understanding. This concept also suggests that we are all part of Hashem, and therefore, we are all interconnected as one.
During my journey to Hashem, I've learned that we are all connected in different ways, like a never-ending cord twirled together. Even with our diverse backgrounds and upbringings, it's amazing how Hashem made us all one. When we are connected, true happiness shines through.
May we elevate our souls and be united as one with all the Jewish people and Hashem. Amen. 🙏
Wishing you all a wonderful day ❤️