Humility

Rabbi Moshe Hauer z"l:

In a world of self-promotion, he chose humility

Rabbi Hauer's shloshim took place this week. His way of life was humility, but as our Sages wisely said, “one who runs from honor, honor chases after him.”

Why are we focusing on self-esteem?

In all of Jewish literature, one would be hard-pressed to find a single statement glorifying self-esteem. Humility, however, is much lauded.

The glow of humility

Zohar means "glow" in Hebrew - and humility, glowing and eternal, is diametrically opposed to pride.

A little humility is a wonderful thing

What does God have against Pharaoh?

Carrying out the promises of Yom Kippur confession

The flaws listed as brazenness and 'haughty eyes' can be changed to boldness when needed and countered by humility when not.