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 A suspect was arrested after flying a swastika flag during New York University’s graduation ceremony. The incident occurred amid commencement events at Yankee Stadium, where the individual displayed the Nazi symbol in a provocative act captured on video by attendees.

(Sources: Sifsei Chaim, Rav Schwab)

The concluding phrases of the first berachah of Shemoneh Esrei continue to deepen our understanding of Hashem’s relationship with both humanity and Klal Yisrael.

(Sources: Sifsei Chaim, Rav Hirsch)

Melech Ozer U’Moshia U’Magein

As we continue through the first brachah of Shemoneh Esrei, we encounter a phrase that encapsulates the many ways in which Hashem relates to and sustains His people:

In our last segment, we summarized the core principles of bitachon. A concise numbered review, which can be used daily to reinforce and internalize these foundations, is as follows:

The Gemara in Berachos (60b) teaches that a person should accustom himself to constantly repeat verbally: “Kol mah d’avid Rachmana l’tav avid” — “Everything that Hashem does, He does for the good.” This Gemara is carried forward to the Shulchan Aruch and is a halachah.

Bitachon—true trust and reliance exclusively upon Hashem—is a way of living that transforms every aspect of a person’s existence. As introduced previously, the benefits of Bitachon are numerous and astounding both in this world and the next. It brings peace of mind, serenity, happiness, healthier relationships, and a deep sense of connection to Hashem. These are the very outcomes people spend their lives pursuing. Bitachon offers a direct path toward them.