Complete trust can come about when we realize that we all live in a single integral system, interconnected and interdependent. We have reached a stage of our evolution where the world is integral, and in an integral system the particular…
Dr. Michael Laitman
To Change the World – Change Man
What Is Trust and Does It Exist?
Trust means relying on another person based on an agreement that we have mutually established. It is when we place our confidence in someone else, expecting them to uphold their part of the deal, and it is based on the…
Are People Losing Trust in One Another These Days?
Yes, indeed. I heard one of my students recently even label our era as characterized by a growing “trust crisis” in the media, the government, and among people. We see a lack of understanding of what trust is and how…
What Is Trust in One Sentence?
Trust is when I rely on another person according to an agreement that we have mutually established. Based on KabTV’s “News with Dr. Michael Laitman” with Kabbalist Dr. Michael Laitman on May 28, 2023. Written/edited by students of Kabbalist Dr.…
Is the School System Outdated and Why Is It Outdated?
The current school system reflects a broader mismatch between education and the needs of modern children, families, and society. The traditional model of schooling no longer aligns with contemporary life. It was designed for a different era—one of industrialization, rigid…
What Is the Meaning of Baal HaSulam’s Nigun “Yedid Nefesh”?
“Yedid Nefesh” (“Beloved of My Soul”) is a prayer song written by Elazar ben Moshe Azikri, a Kabbalist who lived in Safed (Heb. Tzfat, a city in northern Israel known for its Kabbalistic inhabitants) between 1533 and 1600. Over time, the…
Do You Feel That Humanity Is Benefiting More or Hurting More Because of Technological Advancements?
We strive for better, more comfortable lives, which is natural. But do we attach the right intention to it? Do we correct the “human being” in us while doing so, i.e., elevating us above our animal level to the level…
Could Being in Debt be Considered a Modern-Day Slavery?
Modern-day systems deliberately hold us in debt as a form of modern slavery. This system binds people, confuses them, and enslaves them. We think we are free, but if we cannot provide for our families today, we are bound by…
Is There a Relationship Between Money and Spirituality?
Money (“Kesef” in Hebrew) represents a covering (Kisui) over egoism, the desire to enjoy for self-benefit alone. It lets us either fulfill our desires to enjoy inwardly for ourselves alone or use them to benefit others. With money, we can…
What Is the Spiritual Value of Money?
Money is an ancient invention. Historical records show coins in circulation as early as 650 BCE. Initially, the value of money was determined by the weight and material of the coins themselves. Over time, metal coins gave way to paper…
Does Money Help in Getting Powerful Connections?
The impact of money depends entirely on how it is used. If I aim to fulfill my egoistic desires, i.e., desires for self-benefit at the expense of others, money becomes a necessity. However, if I seek to channel my egoism…
How Has Money Affected the Evolution of Humans?
Money represents the ability to satisfy our desires. Throughout history, humanity has used various substances as currency, including golden sand, coins, and other materials, to fulfill this purpose. In recent times, however, humanity has begun to critically examine its ability…