Machshava:

Teshuva 

Collections: Rabbi Weinberger: Oros Ha'teshuvah

Description

The Jewish individual has a unique relationship to the Jewish community. It is impossible for a Jew to remove himself from the community and still remain Jewish. Many non-observant Jews feel a strong connection to the community which is our spiritual source. Torah and mitzvos are the only authentic bond to Hashem. Non-observance weakens the bond amongst Jews. Non-observant Jews offspring eventually sever all bonds. Converts have a Jewish soul.