Day 8 - Youthful Actions as a Window to our Inner Virtues (Orchos Tzadikim)

Remembering the playful antics and fierce tantrums of our younger years can often bring a smile to our face, but little did we realize the profound truth they held about our character. On today's enlightening journey, we're joined by the teachings of Orchos Tzaddikim and the sagely wisdom of Shlomo HaMelech, King Solomon, as we unravel the significance of those childhood behaviors in shaping our adult selves. Can the purity and uprightness of our youth forecast the virtues or challenges we may face as we grow? This episode is not merely a study session but a mirror into our own past, offering a secret tool to polish the tarnished traits we've accumulated throughout our lives.

As we reflect on the conversations with my beloved grandfather, Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe Z"L, the episode becomes a deeply personal exploration into the art of self-improvement. We discuss the metaphorical journey of restoring the original shine of a silver tray, much like the laborious but rewarding process of reclaiming the admirable qualities we may have lost under life's relentless pressures. By revisiting the varying scenarios of our childhood, we learn to distinguish the good from the bad, striving towards an authentic connection with Hashem. Join us as we embark on this transformative adventure, gaining insights to elevate our character and our spirit.

This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.
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We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)

Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio D in Passaic, NJ on April 25, 2024.
Released as Podcast on April 26, 2024
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Day 8 - Youthful Actions as a Window to our Inner Virtues (Orchos Tzadikim)