The Question: In Hishtalshelus all are “Ayin”, so how can a “Koach HaAtzmus” be delivered to Asiya (Yesh) via Hishtalshelus? How can the Ayin give us Yeshus when the Ayin has no (and is antithetical) to Yesh? In this we explore 1) Illa vealul vs. Yesh Meayin, 2) Where Yesh begins in higher worlds and…

This classic essay of the Alter Rebbe written so close to his passing reveals an entirely new [ChaBaD] insight into the purpose and end of creation. One is never closer to G-d then he is down here in the physical world. The “Ego” [sense of self containment and independence] of this reality is rooted in…

Ruach HaKodesh is subliminal and within the person’s limits. The advantage of Ruach HaKOdesh over Nevuaa in studying Torah. Moshe received the Torah as the Achorayim [like Ruach HaKodesh (not Nevuaa)] of Chochma.

Nevua (prophecy) is all about people’s worthiness yet it overwhelms the Prophet. The juxtaposition of Nevua and Ruach HaKodesh (divine inspiration). We’ll continue in the next class.

Love. There are various levels of love for Hashem. They all begin with a deep interest and commitment to this pursuit. Once that commitment exists there’s the human achieved love [that needs constant support and protection] and the love that is a divine gift and for Tzadikim alone.

Reward now, in Gan Eden and Leasid Lavo [Techiyas HaMeisim].

Giving Tzedaka when it’s hard even beyond what is required and expected. We could all use Hashem’s kindness.

This class further discusses the ten Kochos (faculties) but this time of the G-dly Soul. We explored the difference between the Intellectual and G-dly Souls. There are many additional ideas that the Alter Rebbe adds in discussing the G-dly Soul not mentioned earlier. Including a discussion on 1) Malchus, 2)_Da’as Elyon, 3) Midos that are…

The ten faculties (Kochos) of the Soul are discussed here, (in order to explain the Sefiros). We discussed first Chaba”d then Chaga”s, and finally Neh”i. (We allowed ourselves a change of order from the letter to ease its comprehension). We also mentioned Malchus (which is not discussed inside regarding the Intellectual Soul). The class explores…

This class introduces the 15th of the Alter Rebbe’s letters. This letter is truly a classic and addresses the question of what are the ten S’firos (Attributes of G-Dliness discussed in Kabala). In this class we did the Alter Rebbe’s own introduction. He explains the use of metaphor and allegory in explaining metaphysical ideas. Kabbala…