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Welcome, dear friends, to another moment of Torah wisdom. Today, we explore the profound teaching from the Tanya, a treasure of Chassidic philosophy, that enlightens us on the power of charity.
Charity, or Tzedakah, is not just a mere act of giving. It's an act that connects us directly with the divine. The Tanya delves into this concept by saying, whenever we give charity, we're not just giving money or resources, we're giving a part of ourselves. This action of giving away something that we earned through our hard work and efforts, is an act of self-nullification before God. It's an acknowledgement that everything we have is from the Almighty and we are simply channels to distribute His goodness in the world.
But there's more. Not only does charity connect us with God, it also connects us with our fellow humans. When we give, we create a bond, a sense of unity with the receiver. In a way, we're acknowledging that we are all part of one large divine family, interconnected and interdependent.
So the next time you give charity, remember, you're participating in a divine act, connecting with God and your fellow human beings in the most profound way.
May we continue to find opportunities to give, to connect, and to bring more light into the world.
This podcast was produced and sponsored by Daniel Aharonoff.