A proper prayer

Hi,

"It was taught in the name of Rabbi Yehoshua ben Karchah:

"When the Jews in the desert asked for meat, they did so improperly [for they didn't need it] and so Gd gave it to them improperly [the quail came at night, when it was too late to properly prepare a meal].

"When the Jews in the desert asked for bread, they did so properly [for bread is a staple of life], and so Gd gave it to them properly [the bread fell in the early morning]."

(Talmud, Yoma 75a-b)

Have a great day,
Mordechai

What to ask for

Hi,

"When one asks [Gd] for spiritual elevation, Gd certainly hears [and responds positively to] his prayer. But when one asks for material aid, it is unclear whether he is worthy of the aid, and whether it would be good for him.

"Therefore, one should ask Gd for spiritual elevation, and then it is possible that he will also be given material aid [as he will now be worthy]."

(R' Moshe Midner, Torat Avot pg. 167)

Have a great day,
Mordechai