Tanya - 18 Sivan 5786
The episode explores a profound Kabbalistic distinction between creation through 'Midas' (separate angels or tools) versus creation through 'Sefiros' (unified divine emanations). R' Yossi Paltiel argues that when Hashem creates the world using Sefiros—like Chesed and Gevurah—these are not separate entities but unified expressions of divine will, making the world intrinsically connected to Hashem. This contrasts sharply with the model of Malachim (angels), which are independent, combative, and thus create a world that feels separate from the Creator. The key insight? If creation is through Sefiros, then the world is not just dependent on Hashem—it is one with Him. This explains why the Alter Rebbe teaches that the world is 'nullified' (b'leil) in truth, not as a separate entity, but as an extension of divine light. The episode culminates in a radical rethinking of divine immanence: the concealment of Hashem (Tzimtzum) is not a withdrawal, but a necessary veil so that creation can appear independent—yet remains utterly unified with its source.
Creation through Sefiros means the world is intrinsically one with Hashem, not just dependent on Him.
Sefiros are unified and non-competitive—unlike Malachim, who are separate and often in conflict.
The concealment (Tzimtzum) is not a real separation but a veil for creation to appear independent.
When Hashem creates via Sefiros, the world is nullified (b'leil) in truth—its existence is sustained by divine light at every moment.
The idea that 'Ein Oyd' (no existence) applies only in the Kabbalistic model, not in rationalist (Chakira) thought.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
The Two Models of Creation: Malachim vs. Sefiros
“The Ebershah creates the world using Gedul and Gevur or Havayya and Elikim as is discussed in our painting. And Gedul and Elikim are Svidis. What we know about the Svidis? Ivechayecha and Vegomecha. Which means two things. Aleph. The Svidis Momeralakus.”
The World as One with Hashem Through Sefiros
Explains how the unity of Sefiros means the world is not just created by Hashem but is an extension of His essence, leading to the concept of 'nullification' (b'leil) in truth.
The Illusion of Separation: Tzimtzum as Conveyance, Not Withdrawal
“The contraction, the concealment is only for us. You understand? And compared to the Sviris which create us as well, everything relative to him is like nothing, Mamish.”
The Evolution of Achdus: From Dependence to Authentic Unity
Traces the Alter Rebbe’s progression in teaching Achdus (unity), from initial dependence to the deeper, authentic unity of Sefiros, culminating in the idea that the world is not separate but a continuous flow of divine light.
“The contraction, the concealment is only for us. You understand? And compared to the Sviris which create us as well, everything relative to him is like nothing, Mamish.”
“The Ebershah creates the world using Gedul and Gevur or Havayya and Elikim as is discussed in our painting. And Gedul and Elikim are Svidis. What we know about the Svidis? Ivechayecha and Vegomecha. Which means two things. Aleph. The Svidis Momeralakus.”
“V'himkena therefore, Heim, the creation is, Betelim B'yemes, the world is nullified in truth, Bemitzias in his form, Legamri, completely. Legamit varavai, viruch p'vizbarav, the words of Hashem with the air from His mouth.”
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