Rabbi Yigal Cohen Explains Why God Brings Challenges to the Righteous
Rabbi Yigal Cohen, head of the Yevia Omer institutions and member of the Chief Rabbinate Council, offers a daily spiritual boost through a brief video segment on Kikar HaShabbat. In this particular episode, he draws from the classic Jewish ethical work "Chovot HaLevavot" (Duties of the Heart) to explain why God allows difficulties to befall righteous individuals. The segment, lasting just over a minute, provides insight into the spiritual purpose behind suffering among the pious, emphasizing growth and refinement. This teaching is part of a series titled "Strengthening in 60 Seconds," aimed at delivering concise and relevant encouragement to the religious community. The video was filmed by Shimon Bardi and published on August 3, 2026, on Kikar HaShabbat's platform.
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