Rabbi Chaim Palagi Reveals: The Month of Kislev Can Bring You Blessings in Business

Rabbi Chaim Palagi in his book "Moed Lekol Chai" (Chapter 27, Section 1) writes:

"This month represents the attribute of tiferet (glory), as written in the book Maaseh Hatzedakah. Therefore, one must be especially careful not to engage in gossip or reveal secrets during this month more than in other months, and likewise regarding theft and consuming forbidden foods, for the spiritual damage is great. One should honor their father and mother even more than in other months of the year."

Rabbi Chaim Palagi explains that since the month of Kislev embodies the attribute of tiferet (glory), one should be particularly careful to avoid negative behaviors such as gossip, theft, consuming forbidden foods, and one should also be more vigilant about honoring their parents. Since any transgression during this month damages the spiritual elevation of the month, one should maintain especially high moral standards.

Rabbi Palagi further writes (Chapter 26, Section 5): "The entire month of Kislev will bring good fortune to anyone undertaking any endeavor, for the merit of Gad hovers over it, as its zodiac sign is Gad, which will be successful in elevating one's fortune in all business and matters with Hashem's help."

Rabbi Palagi explains that Kislev is a blessed month that brings good fortune through its association with the merit of Gad (the tribe). According to him, during this month, a person can see success in any field they engage in. With Hashem’s help, the zodiac sign of the tribe of Gad positively influences everyone’s endeavors and personal matters.

Rabbi Chaim Palagi passed away 157 years ago. He was a kabbalist, commentator, and master of Jewish law. He lived in Izmir and was among the greatest Sephardic sages of the later rabbinic authorities. Rabbi Palagi authored 80 books on various Torah subjects and served as head of the "Beit Hillel" and "Beit Yaakov Rabbi" yeshivas.