6️⃣ Why our prayers are not being answered #shorts #Torah

#Torah, #Tanakh, #God, #faith, #laws, #rabbi, #morals, #ethics, #morality, #jews, #torahLecture, #lawsOfPurity, #LawsofJudaism, #BeezratHashem, #RabbiLevLeibLerner, #LearnwithLerner, #RabbiMizrachi, #HalachosofJudaism, #biblestudy, #selfdevelopment, #selfimprovement, #musarmovement, #lawsforwomen, #lawsofbrachot, #rabbiefraimkachlon, #rabbiyaronreuven, #jewishstories, #shabbatcandles, #torahstudy, #ConvertingtoJudaism, #TorahLaws, #ToviaSinger, #TorahTruth, #Hashem, #shorts, Have you ever wondered why some prayers seem to go unanswered, even after years of heartfelt pleas? Rabbi Lev Leib Lerner delves into this profound question, drawing upon ancient wisdom to unlock a deeper understanding of prayer. In this exploration, Rabbi Lerner references the teachings of the holy Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Kaidanover, who cites the Yerushalmi Talmud Brachot. The discussion centers on the proper way to stand during the Shemoneh Esrei prayer, with feet firmly together. Is this posture meant to emulate angels or the Kohanim (priests)? Rabbi Lerner elucidates that both perspectives hold truth, emphasizing that our prayers serve as a substitute for sacrifices. Therefore, each individual must approach prayer with the mindset of a Kohen performing a sacred service. But what happens when our minds wander during this crucial time? What seemingly innocuous thoughts could render our prayers ineffective, just as stray thoughts could disqualify a Kohen's sacrifice? Could the key to answered prayers lie in the purity of our thoughts and intentions? And what does it truly mean to avoid making "gods of silver and gold"? Rabbi Lerner's insights promise to challenge your understanding of prayer and its profound connection to our daily lives. Tune in to discover the surprising reason why your prayers may not be answered and how to cultivate a deeper connection with the divine. Are you ready to transform your prayer life and unlock the blessings that await?