What is bitachon — trust in Hashem — according to Chassidus?
What is bitachon — trust in Hashem — according to Chassidus?
According to Chassidus, bitachon (trust in Hashem) is a fundamental aspect of Jewish life, essential for peace of mind [3]. It involves strengthening one's faith in Hashem, understanding Divine Providence as explained by the Baal Shem Tov [3, 5]. This trust is rooted in the concept that Hashem's help comes from "nothingness," representing a high spiritual level [2]. A chassid should feel this truth and not be discouraged, as Hashem directs all personal matters for every Jew [4, 5].
Sources
- Igrot Kodesh, Letter 1442 — Faith & Bitachon — By the grace of Hashem, First day of Rosh Chodesh Adar 5712, Brooklyn, New York, I bless and greet you, I received in due course the reques…
- Igrot Kodesh, Letter 2093 — Faith & Bitachon — B'ezras Hashem*, 1st day of Rosh Chodesh Iyar 5713, Brooklyn, Greetings and blessings, You write to me: "From where shall my help come?" Yo…
- Igrot Kodesh, Letter 5612 — Faith & Bitachon — By the grace of Hashem, 19 Tammuz* 5717, Brooklyn, New York, Greetings and blessings, You ask me what peace of mind is. I do not understand…
- Igrot Kodesh, Letter 716 — Faith & Bitachon — By the grace of Hashem, 11 Elul 5710, To the student of the Yeshivah, Chassid* who fears Hashem, the Rav ..., Greetings and blessings, I wa…
- Igrot Kodesh, Letter 5660 — Faith & Bitachon — B"H 22 Menachem Av 5717 Brooklyn Greetings and blessings, I am responding to your letter, in which you tell me that, in your view, you have…
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