As nations today, particularly Israel, face an onslaught of threats, a demoralized believer asks: Why is life so difficult? Since we Jews are blessed with the Torah, and committed to observance, shouldn’t life be far easier and the world nicer? The Avner Institute presents the Rebbe’s lengthy answer on the nature of struggle.

What did the Rebbe write to the wife of a researcher wanting to change careers? How did he view the risks – and follies – of the stock market? The Avner Institute presents a thoughtful letter showing not only the emphasis on autonomy as a “measure of success” in personal choices, but the Rebbe’s sophisticated knowledge of all matters, spiritual and financial.