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Episode: Segulas (Do They Work?)
Description: Today's short Dvar Torah discusses the prevalent and widespread custom of doing Segulah. Do they work? Should you do them? Let me know your opinion. A Segula (Hebrew: סגולה, pl. סגולות, segulot, "remedy" or "protection") is a protective or benevolent charm or ritual in Kabbalistic and Talmudic tradition. It is part of the Jewish tradition and is a way to bring blessings or good luck. Segulahs can take many forms, including special prayers, charms, or even specific actions that are said to have magical powers. For example, some people believe that giving charity will bring good luck. Others may wear a particular...