Baal HaSulam. Study of the Ten Sefirot. Vol. 2. Part 5. Part 5 [2026-05-03] #lesson
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This Kabbalistic study session explores advanced concepts from Baal HaSulam's 'Study of the Ten Sefirot,' focusing on the interplay between Zahar (masculine) and Nekeva (feminine) aspects within the spiritual structure of the Sefirot. The discussion delves into the phases of expansion, particularly the transition from the higher Sefirot to Malchut, emphasizing how light flows through the system via Hod, Yesod, and Malchut. Key themes include the distinction between the 4th and 3rd phases of spiritual development, the symbolic roles of Zahar and Nekeva in Keter, Chokhmah, Binah, and Malchut, and the paradoxical nature of spiritual reception—where the recipient (Nekeva) must be more than the giver (Zahar) in certain contexts. The session also examines the concept of Reshimo Devyut, the screen (Masach), and how spiritual vessels (Kli) are filled through the process of correction and self-nullification. The speaker repeatedly returns to the idea of unity and balance between opposing forces, especially in the context of the 'valley' and the 'house' metaphors, suggesting that true spiritual progress requires alignment with higher levels of intention and structure.
Zahar and Nekeva are not fixed genders but dynamic spiritual forces that shift in dominance depending on the Sefirotic phase.
The 4th phase (Zahar) and 3rd phase (Nekeva) represent stages of spiritual development where the recipient (Nekeva) must surpass the giver (Zahar) to receive light.
The concept of 'Reshimo Devyut' with a screen (Masach) allows for spiritual reception even when the vessel cannot naturally absorb light.
True spiritual advancement requires moving beyond ego and aligning with the 'valley'—a state of humility and receptivity.
The structure of the Sefirot is not linear but cyclical, with phases overlapping and interpenetrating, especially in Binah and Keter.
Introduction to the Study of the Sefirot
The session begins with a directive to read the Bible within the Bible, setting a metaphysical tone. The speaker transitions from the beginning of the day to the end, preparing to engage with Rabash's teachings on the 46th point of the Rea.
The Dynamics of Zahar and Nekeva in the Sefirot
The speaker explores the relationship between Zahar (masculine) and Nekeva (feminine) in the context of the Sefirot, particularly focusing on their roles in Hod, Yesod, and Malchut. The emphasis is on how light flows from higher to lower Sefirot and how the balance between giving and receiving shifts across phases.
The 4th and 3rd Phases: Spiritual Development and Recipient Dominance
“In the 2nd Zahar and Nekeva of Klippina, Nekeva is more than Zahar. Why? At the end of the year, it's the second phase. The need to be more than Zahar.”
The Role of the Screen (Masach) and Reshimo Devyut
The session examines how the screen (Masach) enables spiritual reception even when the vessel cannot naturally absorb light. The concept of Reshimo Devyut is introduced as a key mechanism for maintaining spiritual continuity and correction.
Unity, Humility, and the Valley Metaphor
The speaker concludes by reflecting on the need for unity and humility in spiritual work, using the metaphor of the 'valley' to represent a state of receptivity and self-nullification. The idea that two can be in one click underscores the importance of alignment and integration in the spiritual path.
“In the 2nd Zahar and Nekeva of Klippina, Nekeva is more than Zahar. Why? At the end of the year, it's the second phase. The need to be more than Zahar.”
“The one that is connected with Reshimo Devyut, which has a screen. It can continue to keep the quality of it.”
“The regime of the Deep Shutt cannot be able to take any light. The regime of the Deep Shutt, despite that, is not possible to take any light.”
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Malchut
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Keter
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Rabash
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Chokhmah
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Baal HaSulam
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Hod
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Reshimo Devyut
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Klippina
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The Valley
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