THE GREATEST OF ALL DEEDS

“Now do not be grieved” (Gen.45.5)



Joy is not a Mitzvah – divine behest, yet it is the catalyst for the fulfilment of all the Mitzvoth. Grief is not a transgression, yet it may be instrumental in everything in the world going wrong and coming to grief. (Al HaTorah)



When the heart does bleed

Cheerfulness and not tearfulness

Gladness and not sadness

Spirits on high and not a sigh

Is what we need.

When a smile of relief

Signals the end of grief

We have done our best indeed!