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DonateThe meaning of the word Atzilus:[1]
The word Atzilus which refers to the most sublime of the four spiritual worlds is rooted in the Hebrew term of lowering and descending. The reason for this is because this world represents the descent of G-d’s infinite light into a world which is considered a great lowering of His infinite level. We find this term similarly used by Moshe who extended his spirit onto the 70 sages who were on a much lower level than he and were capable of drawing physical meat for the Jewish people, something which was beneath the level of Moshe. G-d taking His infinite capabilities and placing them within defined attributes, such as wisdom, is considered a great descent on His behalf. It is due to this that the sages state that where one sees G-d’s greatness one sees G-d’s humility.
[1] Torah Or p. 14a
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