Sefer Ha'Ikkarim: Bitachon and Undeserved Kindness

Even if one is not worthy in his own merit, the power of bitachon is so great that it can draw down undeserved kindness from Heaven.

Attribution printed on the image: Sefer Ha’Ikkarim

A reflection on the teaching

The teaching printed here speaks of turning to Hashem without assuming that kindness must first be earned by a perfect record. Bitachon can help us approach Him even when we are aware of our shortcomings. It does not remove our responsibility to act honestly or make a particular outcome guaranteed. Its practical value is in how we face uncertainty and ask for help. What concern are you holding as though everything depends only on your own merit? Bring it into a sincere tefillah, and identify the effort that remains yours to make.

Source note: The attribution above is transcribed from the image. The exact source and English wording have not been independently verified.