Getting Closer to Hashem Through the Parasha

It has been a long Galus. Over the thousands of years since Sinai, we have been gradually pushed deeper and deeper into a world of darkness and challenge. One of the biggest casualties in all this is our relationship with Hashem. Many, nowadays, feel very distant from Him, and find it impossible to relate to Him. The very idea of "having a relationship" with Him sounds esoteric, and vague. Perhaps we even worry that we shouldn't think in those terms anyway, because we might end up dabbling in heretical ideas that deny His Oneness, chas veshalom. The Apter Rov explained that actually, this has all been for a purpose, and not just a "punishment" for sin. Actually, Hashem Himself desires that we rediscover Him in the deepest Galus possible - today's generation. This will give Him the greatest satisfaction, and us the greatest reward. Rabbi Yehoshua Simons has been studying the teachings of the Chassidic and Sefardi Masters for decades, and has a unique knack for bringing out the teachings that help us rediscover Hashem. By working your way through this series of short essays, you will come to know Hashem, not in some vague way, but He will become your friend, your Father in Heaven, and the Husband of the Jewish people. Your relationship with Him will become personal, real, and tangible. You will learn the secrets of Torah, and what it's all about like never before, from sources that never seemed to make their way to the Yeshivos, but are nonetheless high calibre and deeply rewarding. Rabbi Simons explains them well to all levels of learning. Discover what Oneness, Dvekut and intimacy really is; what Mitzvot are all about; the real reason why Hashem created the world; the secrets of your soul; how precious you are to Hashem, and the world, and how much you are needed by Him and His plan. All of this is very practical and can be applied to your life and relation- ships, and will make you feel young and excited about Torah once again. All expertly woven into short, digestible teachings on the Parasha, with sources. What are you waiting for? It's been too long, Hashem needs you back now. The greatest goodness is knocking at the door - will you answer?