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Book Title Bringing Heaven Down to Earth
Based on letters and talks of the Rebbe, Rabbi M. M. Schneerson
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175. Sincerity

When you and the path you have chosen get along just great, it’s hard to know whether your motives are sincere.

But when you come across a path to do good,
and this path goes against every sinew of your flesh
and every cell in your brain,
when you want only to flee and hide from it
—do this.

Then you shall know your motives are sincere.

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Posted: Jan 9, 2011
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What do you mean by "Do it". Do what you what to hide and flee from, or go ahead, flee from it? I am lost here
Posted By Anonymous, WI, USA

Posted: Jan 9, 2011
SINCERITY
I try with all my force to understand your “advice/sayings,” and often, I can’t. If every sinew, and cell in my brain tells me no, this has always been my inner voice. With accuracy, my gut feeling, which I believe is G-D’S warning. When I have heeded this, it was wise, if I went against it, it turned out wrong. When there is an opportunity to do good, or help someone, I know this in my heart, head, and soul, simultaneously. This is when, and how, I act in good faith. In all sincerity, it is a split second decision at times, not a thought process. I do what needs doing, without thoughts of how this will impact me. When I get that “gut feeling,” to stop and think, I know I must re-evaluate. This may not mean DON’T; it may just mean think of an enhanced or more efficient approach. The other method seems more like a “fools rush in, where angels fear to tread.”
Posted By suzi, orlando, fl

Posted: Jan 9, 2011
that is really touching...
Posted By zoya , birmingham, wales

Posted: Jan 9, 2011
I´m not sure I did understand...
Does this mean that sincerity is an attribute of the animal soul?

Is it?

And frankness?What about frankness?
Posted By Carmen

Posted: Jan 9, 2011
Sincerity and Honesty
What is coming across my path right now from otheres are the things I need to do for myself, not suprisingly. I had thought NOT to do these deeds because I could NOT be sincere about it if I could not help myself. This is a different viewpoint and I am looking forward to additional comments. I should like to know how motivation can become sincere and not resentful.
Posted By Mr. Leon Anderson Jr.



 


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