Rabbi Moshe Haber Path of the Just: Love of Hashem: The Warrior's Path 12.1.25
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Chapter 19 - The Elements of Chassidut/Piety Page 385-386
Love of Hashem: The Warrior's Path
The provided text discusses two layers of spiritual understanding used to cultivate a stronger love and connection with God by confronting life's challenges. The foundational perspective is the belief that all circumstances are ultimately for the best, which provides reassurance regarding the final outcome of any struggle. However, a higher level of faith requires a person to view themselves as God's chosen warrior, realizing they were specifically selected for a difficult moment to bring forth divine honor (kavo chamayan) in the world. This mindset shifts the focus from personal suffering to divine purpose, defining freedom of choice as the ability to choose one's reaction to predetermined tasks rather than selecting the tasks themselves. The speaker cautions that while this is a necessary personal framework, spiritual leaders should avoid imposing the "it's all God" explanation on others who are currently grappling with deep suffering, as this approach can increase their frustration rather than offering comfort. Ultimately, adopting the warrior perspective ensures a constant relationship with God that is strengthened equally by both ease and difficulty.
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