This class explores how Klipa was created and (through Adam and Chava’s choice) was interwoven into the creation creating an entanglement (Taaruvos). This added the purpose of birurim (disentangling) to creation to create perfect order (Hiskalelus). There’s a huge difference between the Torah of Daas Tov vaRa and actual Tov VaRa. The learning of Nigla…

Introduction to Letter 26. Kabala is from Bina, above the possibility of being estranged. 2) Etz Chayim and Etz HaDaas. The story of Adam and Chava and the Trees and the garden.

This third class on Igeres HaKodesh 25 begins with an introduction translating three words: 1) Kav, 2) Shechina, 3) Hislabshus [two types]. The four worlds and how they are different from one another. Klipa is also (and equally) from Hashem in a hidden way. This is the Arizal’s view and any questions regarding this should…

Achdus Hashem based on the principle of Yesh Meayin being every second. The class discussed the “proofs” for Hashem in three steps, A. The Tzura (order and intelligence of the design of creation) couldn’t possibly be random and chance, B. The Yesh MaAyin question (was there primordial material that is a kadmon or was it…

Defending the Baal Shem Tov’s teaching (in Tzava’as HaRivash) on the link between anger and Avoda Zara (which is a Zohar). The idea is considered controversial at the time and the Alter Rebbe explains and defends his teacher’s teacher: Everything comes directly from Hashem.

Davening is the time G-d shows Himself. We should at least act respectful. Not to talk when the king shows Himself. It is most disrespectful.

Iggeres HaKodesh 23. When ten Yidden are together, the Shechina joins them (hashraa). One must behave appropriately.

1) Davening should involve (even) Mesiras Nefesh and Akshanus. 2) Ahavas Yisroel on the inside (not to judge!) not only on the outside.! Then the two areas of man and G-d (prayer) and man and man (loving fellow) are one.

The Rebbe Chossid relationship. What role do miracles play in Chabad Chassidus. The Alter Rebbe is disturbed by people using their relationship with him for miracles and material needs. When your father slaps you don’t turn your back. This is a powerful letter.

Iggetres HaKodesh 21. Tzedaka 1) Give often Hakol Lfi Rov HaMaase’, 2) Early Zrizus, 3) The meaning behind this is understood by analyzing a. Rambam (Midos Tovos), b. Kabala (Ereetz HaChayom is redeemed) c. The unity between the two ideas.