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Daily gratitude begins with the first words of the day.

The first act of a Jew upon waking is to recite the Mode Ani: “Mode Ani Lefanecha, Melech Chai Vekayam, Shehechezarta Bi Nishmati Bechemla, Rabbah Emunatecha” — “I thank You, living and eternal King, for returning my soul with compassion; great is Your faithfulness.” This brief prayer, said even before washing one's hands, expresses the immediate awareness that life is a Divine gift. Chassidic Masters explain that the Mode Ani reveals the essential purity of the soul—which, upon awakening, returns to God like a renewed flame. Thus, the first thought of the day is not directed towards oneself, but towards gratitude and purpose. Beginning the day with the Mode Ani sets the spiritual tone for everything that follows: living with faith, joy, and appreciation for the gift of life.

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Curiosities

The mitzvah of returning a lost object is a pillar of Torah ethics. Anyone who finds an item, even something as small as a coin or a handkerchief, is obligated to attempt to return it. This commandment teaches respect for the property of others, strengthens community trust, and reinforces personal responsibility. It applies even when it involves effort or inconvenience, reminding us that Torah values ​​require not only good intentions but also concrete actions.

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Today in History

10/5/1940 – During World War II, German troops invaded...

During World War II, German troops invaded the Netherlands. The Diary of Anne Frank, written by a Jewish girl living in the Netherlands, recounts episodes of the suffering of Jews living in countries occupied by the Nazis. Anne Frank was taken to the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp, where she died. British troops liberated this camp exactly five years after Nazi Germany invaded the Netherlands.

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Brazil

Launch of the book "The Jews"

Launch Event: book presentation and autograph session.

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