One who trusts in H'shem, if he has those that rely on him, and surround him, he should trust in H'shem to help him provide for them. By way of serving H'shem, he should help and advise them in the best way he can, not hoping or depending on them to repay him.
pg 423

Nefesh Hachaim
The proper concentration one must have in prayer is to "enunciate each word" and focus on their letters, not their meaning. The composition of the Shemoneh Esri, has come directly from H'shem and is beyond our understanding.
Gate Two, Chapter 13 pg 95
pg 423

Nefesh Hachaim
The proper concentration one must have in prayer is to "enunciate each word" and focus on their letters, not their meaning. The composition of the Shemoneh Esri, has come directly from H'shem and is beyond our understanding.
Gate Two, Chapter 13 pg 95