My Israel-Inspired Thought

The Truth Mr. Edwin Pope, please tell me the "truth" as stated by yourself as knowing the truth.

I enjoyed reading Tzvi Freeman's comments on the meaning of life, which I agree with completely. We are all here for a reason, and a purpose.
Basically all my life I've lived in NY. When my wife suggested that we move to an "active adult community" in NJ, I thought she was losing it. Of all places, NJ? They play MahJongg there, she explained. So we moved. That was 15 years ago.

Prior to that, I wasn't involved with religious activities. Shortly after our move, I met a Rabbi from Chabad. That meeting changed my life forever. I love my Rabbi, and my congregation. I love supporting what they stand for.
Although it is true that we are living where we live for a reason and a purpose, and that our lives have meaning, it is up to us to recognize and seize that opportunity when it arises.

That is the truth as I know it. Other "truths" are a mystery to me, and I would like input into learning other truths. Reply

Truth encapsulated "...life has meaning, where you are is with purpose, and every moment is eternity."

When I think of that, my whole attitude shifts. When my attitude shifts, so does my world. Thank you. Reply

Tzvi Freeman, What a wonderful statement you made, so clear, so perfectly true that it can only come from G-d. My prayer is that if we who know the truth can have the opportunity to help others to know it then there will become a day when all mankind can live in peace The first step to knowing G-d.
Thankyou and Shalom, Edwin Pope. Reply

Solutions So it seems the meaningful solution creates a new you both infinitely and eternally should you realize the solution personalized. Reply

AMEN. Well stated! Reply

Tsvi. Is a writer of wonderful ability
Inspiration and knowledge
Thank you for your contribution Reply

Finding Solutions, Letting Go of "Blame" A beautiful perspective and well expressed. I only wish more Lubavitchers would agree with you, and obviously this applies to wherever we live (including Crown Hts). In my experience, effective solutions are not found through focusing blame on others. A "mashiachdik" outlook allows us to transcend the manifest reality and strive to reveal the ultimate Good. Thank You! Reply

Grateful An attitude of gratitude is the key! And yes, all one's interactions have meaning. Plant seeds. They may sprout in unexpected places. Reply

It is the most beautiful teaching. You are given a gift, I will consider my heart in the place of Jerusalem. Thank you.
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The Editor's thought should be shown to everyone for the Truth that he gives to all the inhabitants of this most beautiful Creation that has been given to us by 'G-d' who is All Our Most Wonderful Creator. Thank you for such a wonderful thought, keep on being inspired in this way. God Bless! Love Reply

This past week, I was working so much, so hard, I didn't seem to find any space/time... spacetime to take a break, and fill myself with the stillness.
I could scarcly pause to listen and see the beauty of spring; hear the birds', the frogs' songs of life.
On top of my business there was some family relations tension.
And somehow I was able to give helpful counsel to my mom, Baruch Hashem
My deep desire for Shalom did not neglect me.
And somehow, even in frustration, I had a precious beautiful thought. That in my free time,
I would treasure those moments, if some voice in my mind is trying to lead me into desolating thoughts
I can sing to it Shalom שלום, I can sing the song of Israel. Israel is so precious, Eretz Yisrael is a glowing land in this world. Israel, the people among whom I do not feel superior or inferior, I feel like myself, equal among the congregation.

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You are so right! Every human being is made in the image and likeness of G-d and when He was finished making humans on the 6th day, G-d looked at us and did not say that we are good. G-d said humans were very good. Now as one of my favorite TVS shows frequently tells us, if you believe in one (meaning G-d), you must believe in the other (evil one). The members of terrorist organizations, most particularly ISIS, have no idea that they are being controlled by the evil one. So I am convinced that just fighting them with bombs and weapons will never be completely successful. No we must do more and it is a bard thing to do. We must pray for their souls and that these souls might be opened to the love of G-d which is beyond all human understanding and which causes us to be able to do things we would never otherwise think of. @ young boys were walking down a country road when a large truck came barreling at them. My friend's son pushed his friend out of the way & was killed. Reply

Israel is a microcosm of each of our lives and of our planet Agreed. G-d created Himself a nation among nations so all nations would have a single, defined view of how He interacts with and guides all of creation. Watching G-ds nation and people and promised land gives all a picture of how and where all other nations are headed, as living instructions. Israel is as a writing instrument in the hand of G-d to give a book of prophecy, love, grace, mercy as a living outline of His plan. Much as are the traditions He has given us, such as the Passover and other feast of G-d, also an outline of His plan for man. G-d has given us a vast amount of data on who He is and what He is about in numerous platforms, the seasons, the stars, the sun the moon all of creation shouts to us, but I believe the greatest sign and wonder of them all, is the nation He made from those that were not a nation, Israel. Reply

I'm not Jewish, but this is a beautiful thought, thank you Reply

" The way you see people is the way you treat them, and the way you treat them is the way they become. " Goethe quote Reply

I love your words and thoughts. They made me feel more hopeful. Reply

Thank-you for that beautiful thought Reply

Rabbi Tzvi & family....you were in Eretz Yisrael and you didn't contact us!!!! How we would have loved to see you and your family!!!
Next time....bli neder,
Our sincere admiration,
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Promised Land The covenant was of faithfulness--if you---this will---the creator cannot be faulted and guess who can. The point is, has Israel met the contractual requirements?
I say no--not yet; therefore the land of promise remains " up for grabs." Reply

Shalom. I thank you so much for your inspired and inspiring thought.
"This is the key to all solutions". Yes, this is the only real key. G-d bless you. I am Christian Catholic and I love the teachings of Chabad Lubavitch movement. Todah Rabah ! Reply