The Knowledge Of G-D – 1:17
From the above, we understood that following Tzimtzum there remained a point which contained an impression of the entire Infinite Light, in a hidden way, and that it is similar to a blueprint. The...
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The Knowledge Of G-D – 1:18
The Kav V’Chut-Line and Thread, which is the next stage in the creation process is the exact opposite of what preceded it. Whereas the Reshimu (Impression) is a complete withdrawal into a point, in...
The Knowledge Of G-D – 1:19
However, before there can be any actual revelation, there must first be a determination as to how long the Line and Thread should be. In the teacher-student relationship the line of explanation is what...
The Knowledge Of G-D – 1:20
From the above, we see three general abilities in G-dliness. 1. The Ohr Ein Sof (The Infinite Light) represents the general ability for infinite Divine revelation. 2. The Tzimtzum and Reshimu (Restraint and Impression)...
The Knowledge Of G-D – 1:21
These three abilities correspond to the three Divine attributes which are mentioned three time daily in the first blessing of the Amidah prayer; HaGadol, HaGibor V’HaNorah (The Great, The Mighty and The Awesome) “The...
The Knowledge Of G-D – 1:22
Before we continue explaining the creation process we must first introduce the concept of the Sefirot. Everything in existence contains certain qualities that give it characteristics which distinguish it from others. Every person possesses...
The Knowledge Of G-D – 1:23
The first set of Sefirot is called The Three Upper Sefirot. This is because they correspond to the intellectual faculties. They are also called Mochin (Brains). They are: 1) Keter (Crown), which corresponds to...
The Knowledge Of G-D – 1:24
The next set of sefirot is called The Seven Lower Sefirot, and corresponds to the emotions (Midot). They are: 1) Chesed (Kindness), which is the quality of giving and revealing to others. 2) ...
The Knowledge Of G-D – 1:25
We will now explain the next step in the process of revelation and creation, the realm of desire (Keter). As explained above, the Kav HaMidah (The Measuring line), is similar to the assessment that...
The Knowledge Of G-D – 1:26
From the Kav HaMidah (The Measuring Line), which, in a person, is the slight extension from the Reshimu (Impression)of his soul, a general desire that includes his entire life is revealed. This general desire...
