Chapter 7: Higher-Level and Lower-Level Unity

19^th 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. The Purpose of Creation

• Creation exists to reveal G-d’s sovereignty, as a king requires a nation to reign over.
• The term “nation” (עָם) is associated with separateness and concealment, akin to dimmed coals.
• A king’s relationship is only complete when individuals consider themselves distinct yet submit to the king’s authority. In contrast to children or ministers of the king whose subjugation to him is a given matter.

3. Attributes of Divine Kingship

• The attribute of malchut is central to the existence of creation.
• It is represented by the Name of Adnut.
• This Name sustains the world, enabling it to appear as separate and independent rather than utterly nullified.

4. Concealment and Sustenance of Creation

• G-d’s withdrawal of the attribute of malchut would lead to the world ceasing to exist independently. Creation would revert to its source—completely nullified and indistinguishable as a separate entity.
• The Name Adnut and the attribute malchut ensure that the world remains a distinct entity capable of perceiving itself as separate from G-d.

Topic	Details
Date	19th Sivan
Theme	Higher-Level and Lower-Level Unity
Higher-Level Unity	Represented by the verse “Shema Yisrael”, expressing the ultimate, absolute oneness of Hashem.
Lower-Level Unity	Represented by “Baruch Shem Kvod Malchuto Leolam Vaed”, where “vaed” is considered equivalent to “echad”, reflecting a more concealed unity within creation.
Purpose of Creation	Creation exists to reveal Hashem’s kingship. A king requires a nation (am) to reign over, emphasizing apparent separation.
Meaning of “Nation” (עם)	The term implies distance and concealment, similar to dimmed coals, representing beings that perceive themselves as separate.
True Kingship Relationship	Kingship is complete when individuals feel independent yet choose to submit, unlike children or ministers whose subjugation is inherent.
Divine Attribute of Malchut	Central to creation; expresses Hashem’s sovereignty and relates to existence as a distinct reality.
Associated Divine Name	The attribute of malchut is represented by the Name Adnut (אדנות).
Function of Adnut	Sustains the world by allowing it to exist as seemingly independent rather than nullified within G‑d.
Concealment Mechanism	The attribute of malchut conceals Divine unity enough to allow creation to perceive separation.
If Malchut Were Withdrawn	The world would cease to appear independent and would revert to complete nullification within its Divine source.
Overall Concept	Creation’s existence depends on a balance: concealment (through malchut) enables perceived separation, while unity remains the underlying truth.