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Who Can Be My Mentor?
Purim, 5747 • March 15, 1987
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Who Can Be My Mentor?: Purim, 5747 • March 15, 1987Torah instructs: “Provide yourself with a mentor.” But how does one know who to choose as a spiritual guide?
The Talmud Tractate Berachos teaches: “A mentor must be like an angel of G-d”. In his code of Jewish law, Maimonides offers a clue to the conduct of an angel: He describes the future world, “when there will be no envy, rivalry, war or hatred,” and concludes: “At that time the righteous will resemble the Ministering Angels.” So to resemble an angel of G-d means, to be free of the corruptions of one’s body.
Who Can Be My Mentor?
Purim, 5747 • March 15, 1987
Disc 36, Program 142
Event Date: 14 Adar 5747 - March 15, 1987
Torah instructs: “Provide yourself with a mentor.” But how does one know who to choose as a spiritual guide? The Talmud Tractate Berachos teaches: “A mentor must be like an angel of G-d”. In his code of Jewish law, Maimonides offers a clue to the conduct of an angel: He describes the future world, “when there will be no envy, rivalry, war or hatred,” and concludes: “At that time the righteous will resemble the Ministering Angels.” So to resemble an angel of G-d means, to be free of the corruptions of one’s body. The Talmud Tractate Yevamos also offers insight: “There are three identifying signs of a Jew: He is modest, compassionate, and giving.” Observe whether the potential mentor has these selfless qualities. If he does, one may confidently turn to him for spiritual direction and life-guidance. |
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Tovah
May 9, 2024
What systems or organizations are available, especially in israel, that match learners with mentors?
Eliezer Zalmanov
for Chabad.org
May 13, 2024
The Jewish Learning Network is international. Check them out at jnet.org.
Tovah
Israel
May 14, 2024
Thank you!
Student age 15
February 15, 2024
Can someone have 2 Mashpia's
Liba
February 14, 2024
Does a women need a Mashpia?
Also what if you need to change Mashpia's because your Mashpia doesn't qualify anymore
Chabad.org Staff
February 15, 2024
Yes absolutely, the Rebbe encouraged men and women to have a mashpia.
If your mashpia does not qualify any more, find another one.
M.D
September 4, 2022
Can a relative be your Mashpia, if he fits all these qualities? And how do you ask someone?
Rochel Chein for chabad.org
September 6, 2022
Yes, a relative is fine. You can ask in person or call, text, etc and ask if they would be willing to be your Mashpia.
M.D
September 6, 2022
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