Miracles and Love: Rabbi Wallerstein's Wisdom on Character and True Matches

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Can miracles signal a match made in heaven, or do true love's foundations lie deeper? Join us for a heartfelt tribute to the late Rabbi Wallerstein, a visionary of the Ornava movement who infused humor and wisdom into the journey of finding a life partner. We explore his lighthearted advice, shared annually on Parshas Chayei Sara, about miraculous signs during Shidduch dates. Discover how his storytelling intertwines with timeless teachings, reminding us that good midos (character traits) are the real magic in building meaningful relationships.

As we celebrate Rabbi Wallerstein's legacy, we delve into the teachings of Unkelis and the Brisker Rav, shedding light on the essence of true love beyond the spectacle of miracles. Through the lens of Rivka and Yitzchak's story, we uncover the profound impact of virtuous deeds and godly actions in the world of Shidduchim. Listen in as we reflect on how Rabbi Wallerstein's insights continue to guide us toward recognizing the true measure of a successful match, where character reigns supreme. Join us in embracing these lasting lessons for a Shabbat filled with inspiration and warmth.

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Rabbi Wallerstein always used to joke on Parshas Chayei Sara, the late Rabbi Wallerstein of blessed memory, the man who really got down to business and worked in the trenches to build up the Jewish youth, a man who was all about change, the real beginner of the Ornava movement.

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Every Parshas Chayei Sara and that distinct voice of his would joke that folks, if you're ever on a Shidduch date that looks like something out of Parshah Azchai Esar, that there are miraculous events happening, ground folding beneath you to make the journey go quicker.

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The car is going in super speed.

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You're getting every single one of the lights or water, like it was coming up to Rivka Imenu.

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All of a sudden, every time the mid midabaris or the perspective match should walk past the water fountain, the water goes on, or all of a sudden, the sink goes on when he walks past.

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If anything should happen of that nature, he should get engaged.

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I always say it in that distinct tone of voice.

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I wish I could talk to him in learning about this topic, Because while he was joking, it really is fascinating to see.

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Now this all comes to mind because in an unkelis, a translation of some words that a person needs to know for the world of Shalambayis and for the world of Shaduchim Unkelis.

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In translating the words that Yitzchak brought Rivka into the home and he loved her in place of his deceased mother Sarah, Unkelos translates that that simple narrative as when Yitzchak saw, after he brought Rivka into the house, that her deeds were pleasant, prestigious and noteworthy, just like his late mother Saro.

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After he saw that Rivka has good midos, Only then did he love her, did he take her as a wife.

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The brisker of points out that even if a person does have all the miracles going on, that even if a person does have all the miracles going on, things are absolutely heaven sent for this Shidduch, None of it should be taken to heart until you see for yourself good midos, Until you see pure, special and proper actions, Godly actions.

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And when Rivka mimicked Sarimenu, then, and only then, does Onkelos tell us that it's a proper Shidduch, because good Midos seems to be even more noteworthy, more important and more taken to heart in a Shidduch than even absolute miracles.

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Shabbat Shalom.

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