1.      The Creation of Space and Time Space and time are brought into existence through G-d’s attribute of malchut and the Name of Adnut, sustaining their existence from nothingness. 2.      Unity of Malchut with G-d’s Essence Malchut is united with G-d’s Essence, causing space and time, created through malchut, to […]

20th Sivan 1.      Definition of “World” The term “world” specifically applies to entities defined by the dimensions of space and time. Space encompasses directions such as east, west, north, south, upward, and downward, while time includes past, present, and future. 2.      Relation to the World of Atzilut The supernal attributes […]

Chapter 7: Higher-Level and Lower-Level Unity 19th Sivan 1.      Higher-Level and Lower-Level Unity The holy Zohar distinguishes between two levels of unity in Divine perception: Higher-Level Unity: Represented by the verse “Shema Yisrael.” Lower-Level Unity: Represented by “Baruch shem kvod malchuto leolam vaed,” with “vaed” considered equivalent to “echad.” 2.      […]

 18th Sivan 1.      The Illusion of Independent Existence Creation appears as if it exists independently due to the concealment of the Divine light through the attribute of Elokim. However, this concealment does not truly affect G-d, as He and His Name Elokim are essentially one. All creation is utterly nullified […]

17th Sivan 1.      The Unity of Havayah and Elokim Havayah which represents chesed and revelation, while Elokim which embodies gevurah and concealment, despite their opposing qualities, are unified in essence, forming a complete oneness. This mutual inclusion of attributes shows that Hashem and his attributes are One. Hence, these two […]

Chapter 6: Also Sheim Elokim is Chesed 1.      The Role of the Name Elokim The Name Elokim represents gevurah (severity) and tzimtzum (constriction). It conceals the supernal light that sustains creation, making the world appear self-sufficient and governed by natural law. Hence, its Gematria is “Hateva” which equals 86. 2.      […]

Chapter 5: The Attributes of Chesed and Gevurah in creation 1.      The Process of Tzimtzum and Creation Tzimtzum, the Divine contraction, enables creation by allowing created beings to perceive themselves as independently existing. Initially, the world was conceived to be created through stern judgment (gevurah), but the attribute of mercy […]

1.      The Role of Kelim and Or The act of Tzimtzum and concealment is represented by the concept of kelim (vessels), which obscure the Divine life-force (or, meaning “light”). The kelim ensure that created beings cannot perceive the G-dliness inherent within them. 2.      Letters and Divine Utterances Kelim are associated […]

 13th Sivan 1.       The Attribute of Chesed (“Hagadol”) The term “Hagadol” signifies G-d’s infinite kindness, which spreads life-force universally to all worlds and beings, regardless of merit. Chesed embodies the ability to create ex nihilo (creation out of nothing), a capacity unique to G-d. No created being can replicate this […]

Chapter 4: The Shield and the Sun: A Divine Analogy 12th Sivan 1.      The Shield as a Protector The Divine analogy compares the sun’s shield to the Name Elokim, which conceals the Name Havayah. Just as the sun’s shield allows creatures to benefit from its rays without being harmed, so […]