In keeping with the recommended guidelines for social gatherings during this period of the COVID pandemic, and in keeping with the Jewish view that gives primacy to preserving life, CBI has replaced all in-person gatherings at the synagogue building with virtual gatherings. Meetings with one of the rabbis or administrative staff - where all parties are masked - may be made by appointment. These traits middot include such qualities as patience, humility, compassion, trust, and mindful speech. The practice of Tikkun Middot can help one become more awake, more attentive, and more kind than would otherwise be the case. Hitlamdut, meaning self-reflexive learning, a disposition toward learning in general and Torah learning in particular.

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Tikkun Middot
These teachings feature author and congregational leader Grant Luton and guest speakers. Learn the depth of Messianic faith by uncovering insights from the Hebrew language, the ancient sages of Israel, and informed by the vibrant understanding of Yeshua and his Apostles. Listen on Apple Podcasts. In our final study in Nehemiah, we emphasize a single word that describes the heart of the waywardness Nehemiah has to once again set aright at the close of this fascinating book. Our study includes a brief look at the book of Malachi.
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The phrase tikkun olam is found in the Mishnah , a body of classical rabbinic teachings compiled in the 3rd Century. In this instance, the phrase is used when discussing issues of social policy, insuring a safeguard to those who may be at a disadvantage MyJewishLearning. Tikkun olam also refers to repairs performed on an individual level, as found in Lurianic kabbalah , or Jewish mysticism. This view of tikkun olam is more abstract and cosmological. Rabbi Isaac Luria, a teacher and kabbalist , in 16th Century Palestine, explained that the world is made up of good and evil. In order for the balance between good and evil intended by G-d to be restored, humans must be involved in the world's reparation. Humans are responsible for separating the holy world from the material world MyJewishLearning. This separation can be achieved by contemplative actions, including "liturgical prayer, performance of all other mitzvot [commandments], and the practice of certain special exercises Fine.