Our Only Hope

Rebbe Nachman of Breslev teaches us (see Likutei Moharan I:62) that the most beautiful manifestation of emuna in the world is when all of mankind will call Hashem’s name and serve Him.

Something wonderful happens when we all serve G-d together – we stop shooting at one another. Emuna is therefore mankind’s only hope.

Dear Breslev Israel,

 

I became drawn to your superb website after having read the serial form of the Garden of Emuna book by Rabbi Arush. This book is brilliant – there is virtually nothing that a Sufi Moslem can be offended by. Indeed, the book helps all of us strengthen our connection with The Almighty One.

 

For your information, Sufi Islam condemns terrorism in all its forms, whether political, cultural, intellectual, or ideological. It also recognizes and stresses the common heritage of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. We support peace, wherever it exists, and the precept of “justice for all,” condemning all violations of human rights. In addition, we are not affiliated with any government, political party, or political agenda.

 

As a news editor and as a Sufi, I often walk a thin line. Yet, a responsible God-fearing journalist must be courageous in taking responsibility for shaping the future of the rest of the world. Many want to destroy it. Few are seekers of truth. As followers of Rebbe Nachman, you would be true partners in building the bridge of peace on a worldwide scale.

 

May we be courageous enough to develop a meaningful dialogue for the benefit of all. Most sincerely, Abu Jalad

Dear Breslev Israel,

 

I am 41 years old and a former Catholic. I spent many years of my life studying Christian theology, praying, and spreading Christian doctrine as a member of a Catholic religious order. There were many things in the Christian doctrine that I could not explain to the children I taught, despite my degree in Theology. They just didn’t make sense to me. I struggled with many doctrinal issues, but I also felt that I was too much of a sinner to be a good example to others. I felt like a hypocrite and abandoned Christianity and started a new life. I subsequently led a very immoral life, devoid of G-d, and I submitted to all the evil urges that were thrown at me. I gradually became g-odless, empty, depressed, and could find no joy in anything I did.

  

A few months ago I went through a very difficult patch. My family’s finances and my health were in a very serious state. So I did what I’ve always done in times of despair. I turned to G-d for help. My faith in G-d used to reignite whenever things got so bad that I had no one else to turn to. I came across www.breslev.com and Rabbi Arush’s “The Garden of Emuna”. The words this Rabbi wrote have filled me with faith. I am filled with hope and am learning to put all my trust in Hashem. I know everything happens for the best and that even the bad patch I am going through is tailor-made by Him for my own good. This has given me such hope and inner peace. Through your articles on your website and on breslev.com, G-d has restored my faith in Him. I just want to thank you so very much for the work that you do. I now understand how Israel is used by G-d to be a light to the rest of us. You are helping not only your fellow Jews, but also non-Jews like me. I want to thank you for helping me just when I needed it most. G-d bless you for the good you have done for me. With many thanks, Martin Ramos, South Africa