Hasidic Proverbs

Hasidic Proverbs carry Jewish folk wisdom born in 18th‑century Eastern Europe around the Baal Shem Tov. They prize joy, prayer, and humble deeds, using parable and wit to turn everyday life into a lesson in faith.

Be the master of your will and the slave of your conscience. (Hasidic Proverb)
Fear only two: God, and the man who has no fear of God. View proverb
Hasidic Proverb
Fear the man who fears you. View proverb
Hasidic Proverb
He who feels no compassion will become insane. View proverb
Hasidic Proverb
He who fights and runs away may live to fight another day. View proverb
Hasidic Proverb
Lies are usually caused by undue fear of men. View proverb
Hasidic Proverb
One who looks for a friend without faults will have none. View proverb
Hasidic Proverb
One who thinks that money can do everything is likely to do anything for money. View proverb
Hasidic Proverb
The prosperity of a country is in accordance with its treatment of the aged. View proverb
Hasidic Proverb
While we pursue happiness, we flee from contentment. View proverb
Hasidic Proverb
The community of living is the carriage of the lord. (Hasidic Proverb)