Maaser (tithing) [2026-04-19] #lesson

This Kabbalah Media episode explores the spiritual concept of Maaser (tithing) as a foundational practice for personal and collective correction in the path of spiritual development. The Rav emphasizes that giving 10% of one's income is not merely a financial act but a profound spiritual exercise that aligns the individual with the Creator’s intention. The discussion traces back to a 2020 lecture by the Rav, highlighting how Maaser functions as a mechanism to transform material desires into spiritual intentionality. The host and participants reflect on the inner resistance to giving, framing it as a direct confrontation with ego, and stress that Maaser is a measurable, verifiable action that reveals one’s true spiritual state. The episode also touches on the broader societal implications of Maaser, particularly within the Bnei Baruch educational system, where funds support dissemination efforts, teacher training, and community development. A key theme is that Maaser is inseparable from the commandment of loving one’s neighbor, both being essential conditions for spiritual advancement. The session concludes with a reflective workshop, inviting participants to journal their emotional and spiritual responses to the lesson.