What does the Rebbe teach about the importance of joy in avodas Hashem even amid difficulty?
What does the Rebbe teach about the importance of joy in avodas Hashem even amid difficulty?
The Rebbe teaches that observing the world with happiness is crucial, and that intensifying one's study of Chassidus can infuse light and vitality, leading to a redoubled ardor to serve Hashem joyfully [1], [5]. Just as in physical wrestling, laziness and sluggishness lead to defeat, so too in conquering one's evil nature, it is impossible to succeed without joy [4].
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- Igrot Kodesh, Letter 3766 — Tzedakah — With the help of Hashem 12 Elul* 5715 Brooklyn Blessings and greetings, I received with pleasure your letter of 20/8, in which you tell me…
- Hayom Yom, Hayom Yom, March 9 — "He made the copper washbasin and its copper base out of the mirrors of the dedicated women who congregated at the entrance of the Communio…
- Igrot Kodesh, Letter 4049 — Tzedakah — B"H 24 Teves* 5716 Brooklyn Blessings and greetings (this letter is addressed to a woman), I am responding to your letter of the first day…
- Tanya, Tanya — Likutei Amarim, Chapter 26 — Truly this should be made known as a cardinal principle, that as with a victory over a physical obstacle, such as in the case of two indivi…
- Igrot Kodesh, Letter 4142 — Tzedakah — B"H 28 Shevat 5716 Brooklyn I greet you and bless you, I am responding to your letter of 20 Shevat, in which you tell me of your state of m…
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