What does the Rambam say about loving and being in awe of Hashem?
What does the Rambam say about loving and being in awe of Hashem?
The Rambam states that loving and fearing Hashem can be attained by contemplating His wondrous deeds and creations, and appreciating His infinite wisdom [1]. This contemplation will lead to immediate love and fear of Him. The Rambam also emphasizes the importance of fearing God, as stated in Deuteronomy 6:13 [1]. Additionally, the Rebbe encourages performing daily activities with love and fear of Hashem [4].
Sources
- Mishneh Torah, Yesodei HaTorah 2 — It is a mitzvah to love and fear this glorious and awesome God, as [Deuteronomy 6:5] states: "And you shall love God, your Lord" and, as [D…
- Mishneh Torah, Teshuvah 10 — A person should not say: "I will fulfill the mitzvot of the Torah and occupy myself in its wisdom in order to receive all the blessings whi…
- Mishneh Torah, Mamrim 6 — Honoring one's father and mother is a positive commandment of great importance, as is fearing one's father and mother. The Torah equates th…
- Igrot Kodesh, Letter 6536 — Tzedakah — By the grace of Hashem*, First day of Rosh Chodesh* MarCheshvan* 5719, Brooklyn, Greetings and blessings, After a long interruption, I rece…
- Igrot Kodesh, Letter 8690 — With the help of Hashem, 6 Marcheshvan 5724, Brooklyn. To the representatives of the families of Moroccan immigrants in Kfar Chabad, founde…
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