Tefilla with Great Simcha: A Dual Approach to Prayer By Samuel Waldman
The Balance of Simcha and Effort As Samuel Waldman emphasizes, Tefilla encompasses a remarkable duality: while it requires significant effort and focus, it simultaneously contains an extraordinary element of Simcha (joy). What greater Simcha could there be than knowing that Hashem, Melech Malechei Hamalachim HaKodosh Boruch Hu, actively desires our prayers and listens to them with interest? As Devarim 4:7 reminds us, Hashem hears our sincere Tefillos at any time, not just during formal prayer sessions. This privilege is not just allowed—it is a mitzvah, demonstrating Hashem’s immense love for us and His desire for us to connect with Him through prayer. To learn more about Samuel Waldman’s teachings and reflections on the joy of mitzvos, explore his profile on Crunchbase . Joyful Davening and Concentrated Effort The Simcha of Tefilla is never at odds with the required labor and effort involved in proper davening. Waldman illustrates this beautifully through Tehillim 2:11, which instruct...