Welcome to Heichal Meir Yeshiva
In the name of Rabbi Meir Baal Hanes - led by Rabbi Zamir Cohen (Reg. No. 580231587)
"It is a tree of life for those who hold fast to it, and all who support it are happy"
(Proverbs 3:18)
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Join us in over 20 years of dedicated work, study, and extensive activity in bringing hearts closer to Torah and mitzvot.
Our efforts have contributed to the successful establishment of hundreds of faithful Jewish homes in Israel.
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The Greatness of Tzedakah
Regarding the greatness of tzedakah, its reward, and blessing – it is all clearly explained in the Tanach.
In Devarim (15:10), it is written: “You shall surely give to him… for because of this the Lord your God will bless you in all your deeds.” The Torah commands giving to the poor with a full and willing heart, promising reward and blessing in all of one’s actions.
Proverbs (10:2) states: “Tzedakah saves from death.” Tzedakah is not only a great mitzvah, but it also has the power to protect a person from harsh decrees and death.
Psalms (112:9) adds: “He has scattered abroad, he has given to the poor; his righteousness endures forever.” Whoever gives generously has their righteousness endure eternally, and their honor is elevated.
Furthermore, the giver of tzedakah fulfills multiple positive commandments (mitzvot aseh) from the Torah, such as: “You shall surely give to him” (Devarim 15:10) and “Open your hand to him” (Devarim 15:8).
Conversely, one who turns away from tzedakah violates a Torah prohibition: “Do not harden your heart or shut your hand from your poor brother” (Devarim 15:7).
The greatness of tzedakah is so high that the Rambam (Maimonides, zt”l) writes: “We are obligated to be more careful with the mitzvah of tzedakah than with any other positive commandment” (Mishneh Torah, Gifts to the Poor, Ch. 10, Halacha 1).
He further explains: “A person is never impoverished by tzedakah, and no harm or misfortune comes because of it, as it is written: ‘And the act of tzedakah brings peace.’
Whoever shows mercy, mercy will be shown to him” (Mishneh Torah, Ch. 10, Halacha 2).
Here, the Rambam teaches a profound principle: giving tzedakah does not cause loss, but rather protects the giver. It ensures that no harm or misfortune will come to them. Spiritually and materially, one who gives with emunah and joy can be confident that tzedakah will not bring loss, but will bring protection, success, and blessing.
Chazal teach: “Today to do them, and tomorrow to receive their reward” (Eruvin 22a). This means that the reward for mitzvot is generally given in the World to Come.
However, tzedakah and maaser are exceptional, for which reward is given even in this world – they save from death and protect from illness and hardship, as it is written: “Tzedakah saves from death” (Proverbs 10:2) and “Bring all the maaser into the storehouse… and I will pour out blessings for you until there is no more need” (Malachi 3:10).
Why do these mitzvot merit material reward in this world? It is explained that a person’s wealth sustains and strengthens them, bringing joy to their heart. When one gives tzedakah voluntarily, they are in effect sacrificing part of their physical being. Therefore, measure for measure, Hashem grants them life, health, and protection.
This is also why money is called “damim” (blood), for it touches a person’s blood and soul, as if they give of themselves for the sake of others.
Furthermore, the greatness of tzedakah stems from it being a tangible expression of a person’s internal emunah in Hashem. One who gives truly from their wealth demonstrates belief that all they have comes from Hashem, and without this emunah, they would not give.
Chazal teach that just as a person’s sustenance is decreed from Rosh Hashanah to the next Rosh Hashanah, so too are their expenses: whether for losses, damages, medical costs, or unforeseen expenses – all are included in the decree of the year (Beitza 16a): “All a person’s sustenance is decreed from Rosh Hashanah until Yom Kippur, except for Shabbat, festivals, and bringing one’s children to Torah study.”
From this we learn: a person who gives generously and voluntarily dedicates their wealth to Torah, mitzvot, tzedakah, and chesed protects their hand from painful or unexpected expenses. Why? Because they themselves took the portion of the decree and dedicated it to holiness. Therefore, Hashem does not need to take forcibly, since they chose to give willingly.
This is a replacement of decree with chesed, of loss with reward – measure for measure.
Chazal said: “The salt of wealth is giving” (Ketubot 66b). The salt preserves and stabilizes food; likewise, giving tzedakah preserves and blesses one’s wealth.
As Chazal further say: “The salt of wealth is giving, the salt of wisdom is silence.”
Tzedakah is not a loss – it is a blessing. The sacrifice made now ensures lasting benefit in what remains in one’s possession.
The prophet Isaiah (32:17) writes: “The act of tzedakah brings peace, and the service of tzedakah – security and trust forever.”
From this we learn: the act of tzedakah brings peace – inner peace, peace in the home, peace among society, and peace with Hashem.
Chazal said: “Hashem did not find a vessel that holds blessing for Israel except peace” (Mishnah, Avot deRabbi Natan, Ch. 3).
There is no greater blessing than peace – between husband and wife, between a person and their friend, their children, neighbors, and themselves.
The one who gives tzedakah not only assists in livelihood but also gives peace: peace to the needy, peace in their home, peace between them and their Creator – for when basic needs are met, stress subsides, hearts soften, and the door to emunah and serenity opens.
It strengthens their hands and supports their spirit so that it does not break.
Measure for measure, Hashem rewards them in kind: with peace at home, health, sustenance, success, and blessing in all their deeds.
Chazal said: “If a person sees that their sustenance is limited – let them give tzedakah, and all the more so if it is abundant” (Gittin 7a).
Even when finances are tight, tzedakah brings blessing and expansion, and all the more so when a person is prosperous, emphasizing the importance of giving generously.
Chazal also said: “Whoever cuts from his possessions and gives from them to tzedakah – escapes the realm of Gehinnom” (Gittin 7a).
Whoever “cuts” – that is, sacrifices part of their wealth to give tzedakah, even if it is difficult – is saved not only from loss in this world but also from the judgment of Gehinnom, gaining eternal merit and righteousness.
From this we learn: tzedakah is not a risk but protection; it is not a loss but spiritual and material gain.
– Rabbi David Aka, Shlit”a (former student)
What is a Yeshiva and How It Differs from a Kollel
A yeshiva is a Torah-educational institution for single young men, typically aged 18–30, who choose to dedicate their time to Torah study, spiritual introspection, and the development of a deep Jewish identity. In a full boarding framework, students live, eat, pray, and study on the premises, including on Shabbat and holidays, in a spiritually uplifting environment of kedushah (holiness) and partnership. The purpose of such a yeshiva is to provide students with a stable framework in which they can grow spiritually, strengthen their emunah (faith), and, with Hashem’s help, build a faithful Jewish home based on the foundations of Torah.
What is a Kollel?
A kollel is intended for married men (avreichim) who wish to continue their Torah learning after marriage. Torah study takes place during the day, typically from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with dedication and the goal of deepening both their hashkafah (outlook) and practical Jewish life.
The Ba’alei Teshuva Yeshiva – Led by Rabbi Zamir Cohen, Shlit”a
One of the current yeshivas in the Jerusalem area is a unique yeshiva for ba’alei teshuva (returnees to observant Judaism), under the leadership of Rabbi Zamir Cohen, Shlit”a. The yeshiva currently serves about 70 students, mostly aged 20–30. Some are ba’alei teshuva after military service who chose to leave worldly distractions behind and dedicate themselves to serious, in-depth Torah study.
Learning takes place throughout the day – from morning until night – following organized study schedules in a warm, supportive, and spiritually uplifting atmosphere. The yeshiva provides its students with all their needs: housing, meals, prayer services, personal guidance, and learning, including full Shabbat and holiday accommodations.
The expenses per student are considerable, and despite all efforts, not all students are able to bear the financial burden. Some must take on occasional work – usually on Fridays – to support their studies and maintain their place on the spiritual path.
Thanks to donations from the wider community – both large and small – the yeshiva is able to operate and ensure that every student can continue daily Torah study. The website was created to bring hearts closer, foster partnership, and inspire genuine support for Torah learners, ba’alei teshuva, and the next generation of faithful Jewish homes in Israel.
Blessings and success to all supporters, openly and in secret.