11th Tamuz 1. Who Should Fast Frequent fasting is appropriate only for those who are healthy and strong, much like in earlier generations. Those whose health may be harmed by numerous fasts should avoid them, even for severe sins. 2. Limitations on Fasting Even in past generations, only the robust […]
Daily Tanya Thursday 7th Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 1 Part 1: The types of sins and their atonements
Chapter 1: 7th Tamuz 1. Types of Atonement There are three types of atonement, each corresponding to a category of transgression. Repentance (teshuvah) is required in all cases. 2. Atonement for Positive Commandments If one fails to fulfill a positive commandment and repents, forgiveness is immediate. However, the spiritual illumination […]
Daily Tanya Wednesday 6th Tamuz Shaar Hayichud Viemuna Chapter 12 Part 2: The 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet
1. Reflective Nature of Divine Light Just as moonlight is a reflection of sunlight, the substituted letters are a reflection of the divine energy that sustains creation. 2. The Letters as Channels of Life-Force The letters of the divine utterances are channels for the life-force, light, and power from the […]
Daily Tanya Tuesday 5th Tamuz Shaar Hayichud Viemuna Chapter 12 Part 1: Creation through the letters
Chapter 12: Creation through the letters 5th Tamuz 1. Creation Through Combinations Creatures are formed through various combinations, substitutions, and transpositions of the twenty-two letters. Changing the arrangement of letters results in new forms and beings. 2. Unique Roles of Individual Letters Each letter has a unique written shape indicating […]
Daily Tanya Monday 4th Tamuz Shaar Hayichud Viemuna Chapter 11 Part 2: The 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet
4th Tamuz 1. Letters Beyond Human Intellect The supernal letters of Divine speech transcend human wisdom and intellect. These letters are the source of wisdom and intellect found in the soul of Adam and all tzaddikim, surpassing even the intellectual capacities of angels. 2. The Source of Divine Speech Man, […]
Daily Tanya Sunday 3rd Tamuz Shaar Hayichud Viemuna Chapter 11 Part 1: The Role of Divine Speech and Creation
3rd Tamuz 1. How Divine Speech Shapes Creation God’s ten utterances were used to create the world and reveal His presence in the physical realm. These utterances acted as a way to send divine energy into the world to bring it to life. 2. Link to Human Speech and Thought […]
Daily Tanya Shabbos 2nd Tamuz Shaar Hayichud Viemuna Chapter 10 Part 2: Chesed and Gevurah in the days of creation
2nd Tamuz 1. The Role of Kindness in Creation On the first day, the attribute of kindness (chesed) was revealed to create light through the utterance, “Let there be light.” This light represented diffusion and flow, embodying kindness through its expansive nature. The attribute of might (gevurah) was also included, […]
Daily Tanya Friday 1st Tamuz Shaar Hayichud Viemuna Chapter 10 Part 1: Why Sefiros are called Or
Chapter 10: Why Sefiros are called Or 1st Tamuz 1. Understanding the Sefirot It is permitted for Kabbalists to employ allegories and metaphors to elucidate the concept of the sefirot. These sefirot are often described as “lights” in relation to the inherent unity of the Divine attributes. 2. The Sun […]
Daily Tanya Thursday 30th Sivan Shaar Hayichud Viemuna Chapter 9 Part 3: Unity of G-d and the Divine Attributes
30th Sivan 1. Gloss: The Principle of Tzimtzum (Contraction) The mystical concept of tzimtzum explains how the infinite Divine light (Ein Sof) is condensed to allow for creation and emanation of worlds. Adam Kadmon represents the highest post-tzimtzum existence, while Dikna refers to an esoteric aspect of these contractions. 2. […]
Daily Tanya Wednesday 29th Sivan Shaar Hayichud Viemuna Chapter 9 Part 2: Wisdom’s Relative Position in Creation and Divinity
29th Sivan 1. Wisdom’s Relative Position in Creation and Divinity Even though wisdom is the starting point and highest level within creation, it remains vastly inferior when compared to the Divine. To G-d, wisdom is on par with the lowest level of action in the created world. 2. The Transcendence […]