“The purpose of all the mitzvos, and in fact the only reason for Hashem creating us, is that we come to have emunah in Hashem.” – Ramban (Shemos 13:16)
“The purpose of all the mitzvos, and in fact the only reason for Hashem creating us, is that we come to have emunah in Hashem.” – Ramban (Shemos 13:16)
“One who commits severe transgressions but nevertheless excels in bitachon is better than one who does not transgress but does not have bitachon.” – Vilna Gaon (Even Shleima 3:2)
“The extent to which we lived with emunah is the primary factor that determines the reward we will receive at the time of redemption.” – Chofetz Chaim (Machane Yisrael 3:2)
Our ultimate purpose in this world is to develop emunah in Hashem! Studying emunah as an academic subject is relatively easy. Sincerely internalizing emunah, however, takes a lifetime of work. Some of the greats have taught that the distance between understanding emunah intellectually and internalizing it emotionally is greater than the distance between heaven and earth! Since this is the only purpose for our existence, it is imperative to try to consciously live with emunah. Daily study of and meditation on teachings about emunah provides inspiration and constant awareness. It is our hope and prayer to inspire many people to fulfill their ultimate purpose in this world and live a truly meaningful life!