Illuminating the Essence of the Yomim Noraim

Two Days of Rosh Hashana 2 (Michtav M'Eliyahu)

Sep 12, 2023
A deep dive into Rav Dessler’s idea of two levels of judgment on Rosh Hashana and how they shape destiny. A clear contrast between personal divine care and general providence. Discussion of tailored challenges, communal support for elevated individuals, and the responsibility of ordinary people to carry a sacred role. Uses vivid metaphors to explain agency and spiritual purpose.
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INSIGHT

Two Levels Of Divine Judgment

  • Rabbi Meir Bulman explains two parallel levels of divine judgment linked to the two days of Rosh Hashanah.
  • One level targets individuals who actively exude God's honor, revealing deeper spiritual oversight.
INSIGHT

Personal Divine Guidance Explained

  • Hashkacha pratis describes intense, moment-by-moment divine guidance for those devoted to God.
  • Their actions visibly reveal God's honor and draw special, precise providence.
ANECDOTE

German Girl Who Impressed A Nazi

  • Rabbi Meir Bulman recounts the Mir yeshiva story where a Nazi was impressed by a Jewish girl's behavior.
  • That impression helped secure visas and saved many yeshiva students via Shanghai.
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