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The one who trusts

 The one who trusts is under the exclusive care of the one in whom he trusts from the very beginning of his existence, in infancy, childhood, youth, manhood, and old age, to the end of his days. When the one who trusts becomes fully aware of this exclusive relationship, it follows that his soul will find tranquility in his protector, and he will rely on him on account of his abounding former favors and continuing support. This will lead to the strengthening of his trust in him.  pg 367 Daily Halacha Whenever possible, one should make every effort to quickly return to the place where he ate if he forgot to bentsch, even if this will cause him to miss Tefillah b'tzibbur  But under extenuating circumstances, one may rely on the lenient opinions, and bentsch, wherever he finds himself at the time he remembered to bentsh 

Beneficial trust

 One who trusts knows the ways in which the interest of the one who trusts in him can be served. He is never unaware of what is beneficial to him inwardly or outwardly and of what can improve his condition. If he does not know all this, the soul of the one who trusts in him cannot be at ease.  But if he has all these qualities, knowledge of the way to his well-being, ability to act on them, governance of them, and empathy, one's trust in him will undoubtedly be strengthened pg 367.  Daily Halacha If one forgets to Bentsh and left the premises:  If the food has already started to become digested, i.e., he no longer feels full, he can no longer recite birkas hamazon 

His trust is strong

 The one in whom he trusts is strong, not to be overcome in whatever he seeks or prevented by anything from fulfilling the request of one who trusts in him. If he is weak, however, one cannot have full trust in him even if it is established that he is compassionate and involved, for he will be prevented most times from carrying out his purpose. When these three qualities are united in him, trust in him is more fitting.  pg 367 Daily Halacha Many poskim hold that even l'chatchilah, one may recite Birkas ha-mazon anywhere in the room in which he ate, even if the room is so large that he cannot see the spot where he ate from where he presently is. The Halachah follows that view.  Still, a minority opinion holds that whenever possible, one should bentsch in the exact place where he ate. This halacha applies to a meal eaten indoors. If, however, a meal is eaten outdoors, like at a picnic, Birkas ha-mazon must be recited at the exact spot where the meal was eaten or, when neces...

Who do I trust

 There are seven factors that would make it possible for one to place his trust in another person.  1. When a person recognizes that his friend has compassion and empathy for him, he trusts in him, and his soul is at ease in regard to any matter with which he troubles his friend. 2. The knowledge that in addition to loving him, his friend does not disregard him or neglect his wishes. Rather, he strives and is resolved to fulfill them. For if one cannot be certain of him in this regard, one cannot have full trust in him since one is aware of the latter indifference and neglect in attending to his interest.  But if the one in whom he trusts combines both these qualities, feels compassion for him, and actively watches over his interests, he will unhesitatingly put his trust in him. pg 369 Daily Halacha A baby wipe that is very moist, and there are numerous types of wipes on the market ranging from very moist to hardly so-would be prohibited from use on Shabbos and indeed may...

What is trust

 What is trust: It is the tranquility of the soul of the one who trusts his heart's reliance on the one in whom he trusted to do what is good and right for him in the matter of the trust according to his ability and knowledge of what is for his good.  But what lies at the root of his trust and gives rise to it, without which there can be no trust, is his sure confidence that the one he trusts will keep his word and do what he promised and that he has in mind to benefit him even in what he did not commit himself to or undertake to do out of pure grace and kindness. pg364 Hilchot Shabbat The concern with using baby wipes on Shabbos or Yom Tov is that the Melacha of Squeezing will be violated. If the wipe can be used without Squeezing, then it may be used on Shabbos. A baby wipe that is slightly moist and gently dabbed into the diaper area would be an example of permissible use on Shabbos.   

Trust Him in every situation

 Another benefit of trusting in H'shem is that he is happy in whatever situation he is placed in, even if it is contrary to his nature because he trusts in GD that He will do only what is for his good in all things just as a caring mother acts toward the infant child bathing it and diapering it swaddling it and unswaddling it without regard to the infants will. pg 365 Daily Halacha Onions that were diced with a meat knife and cooked by mistake with dairy food or utensils do not necessarily have to be thrown away. Some poskim maintain that if the knife that diced the onion had not been used within the previous twenty-four hours with hot meat, then b'diavad, the mixture is permitted to be eaten. Since not all poskim agree with this leniency, a rav must be consulted.   

Debt

 Practical means will not, in the slightest degree, either increase one's portion or detract from it unless it is by GD decree.  Another benefit is the reduction of the aggravation he feels in his business dealing if the merchandise does not sell, if he is unable to collect a debt, or if he falls sick, for he knows that the Creator may He be exalted, arranges his affairs and chooses what if or his good better than he himself can. pg 363 Daily Halacha:   Halacha does not recognize personal bankruptcy. While a person who declares bankruptcy is not legally obligated to pay back his debt, he is still obligated to pay it back under Torah law. The person who avoids paying his debt because he has declared bankruptcy violates the Torah prohibition against stealing.  

Build or break words

 Another advantage of trusting in H'shem is the emancipation of the soul and body from wearying occupations and from professions that exhaust the body and avoidance of both the service of kings' enforcement of their laws and the oppression of their subjects. One who trusts in GD chooses a source of livelihood that offers his body more rest and acquires for him a good name that affords him leisure for reflection, is most conducive to fulfilling his religious duties, and is in harmony with his beliefs. pg 363  Rav Moshe Trani, Iggeres Derech Hashem writes.   One should make some movement with his body at the conclusion of every bracha to remind himself to concentrate  (Pathway to Prayer)

Now is the time to pray

Among the benefits of trusting in H'shem in this world are a heart at rest, free of worldly cares, a tranquil spirit undisturbed and untroubled by lack of bodily gratification, and a sense of calm, security, and peace. As it says, "Blessed is the man who trusts in GD. GD will be his refuge. He is like a tree planted by water that sends out its root by the stream."  Another advantage is the soul's release from the need to set out on long journeys which consume the body and shortens one's life  Yesod SheBYesod corresponding to Yosef Hatzaddik We bless our children with the names of  Yosef HaTzaddik"s, children  Menashe and Ephraim,    Although they were raised in Mitzrayim, they were untouched and uninfluenced by the outside world.  Tonight and tomorrow is the time to pray for the Chinuch of your children (future children, or all children of Am Yisroel) that they should be untouched by the outside world and stay pure to the Torah BEZ" H  Dvar Torah ...