"The Disheartening Response of The Lubavitcher Rebbe"
"Although the [Lubavitcher] Rebbe was known to respond quickly,
he stared silently at my wife for at least 20 seconds, paying no attention
to me. His secretary thought something was wrong and started to pull
my wife away!"
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Insight of the Week
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KISLEV 5785 - Monday, Dec. 2, 2024
In order to be
victorious in battle, a king will utilize and expend his most precious
treasures which have been accumulated and guarded for many generations,
and both sides engage in battle with a firm determination, prepared
even to die - if necessary.
Ascentof Safed is designed to be a place for relaxation, reflection,
interaction, and spiritual exploration, where you can grow and learn
in your own way, at your own pace, in an open atmosphere. You can
experience a wide range of learning, volunteer, creative, recreation
and other opportunities at Ascent as well as in the Old City of Tzfat.
We can help you create a personalized study plan, you can join one
of our weekend or weekday retreats, or you can come to relax and attend
study and meditation sessions at your leisure, while staying in our
great hostel with its spectacular views.
There are situations that externally appear to be the
opposite of holiness, even frightful and threatening, when in fact
the inner dimension is that the Divine intention is only for the good,
to add in holiness.
If you enjoyed Saturday
Night Full Moon", you're sure to want its sequel. Another
collection of intriguing Stories of Kabbalah Sages, Chasidic Masters
and other Jewish Heroes by Ascent's storymaster, Yerachmiel Tilles.
OUT OF PRINT; now in its 3rd 4th printing!
Deep mystical insights from the teachings of Rabbi Yitzchak Luria
on the Weekly Torah, translated into English by Moshe-Yakov Wisnefsky.
A summary of lessons conducted at the Ascent Institute in Safed
by Nadav Cohen on the first 12 chapters of the Tanya, on its themes,
including stories and examples.