Dear Friend,
This week, on the 11th day of Nissan (Thursday night, April 10–Friday, April 11), we celebrate the 112th anniversary of the birth of our beloved Rebbe, of righteous memory.
The Rebbe would speak about the long-awaited redemption of our people using two terms: collective redemption and personal redemption.
Our prophets and sages tell us what the redemption of our entire people will look like: When Moshiach will come, there will be no war or hatred. All peoples of the world will live in peace and harmony. The very ether will be filled with love and awareness of G‑d’s presence.
Definitely a world we can yearn for.
But what exactly is “personal redemption”? What is it supposed to look or feel like?
To be personally redeemed means to apply the same global yearnings and ideals to our own “micro” selves. Personal redemption means that our own little world should harbor no more conflict, jealousy or resentment. It means nurturing an outlook that engenders love inside of our selves toward all of G‑d’s creations. And a state of mind in which we are constantly aware of G‑d’s presence in our lives.
So, how do we achieve this? The Rebbe advised that we begin by studying Torah texts that tell us what the era of Moshiach will look like. We can then work to mirror that in our own lives.
May this Passover, the “Festival of our Freedom,” bring with it true liberation and freedom, both micro and macro.
Mendy Kaminker,
on behalf of the Chabad.org Editorial Team
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Gratitude for the Blessed Hope I am thankful that Chabad.org is around to bring to us expositions on Moshiach and his coming. Signs of the times and Moshiach's coming are everywhere but none so prominent as Israel back, at least partially, in the land promised to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Rabbi Freeman, Rabbi Sacks and the beloved Rebbe, of righteous memory have enlightened much and many. We are told in this article, the very ether will be filled with awareness of G-d's presence, as was the Garden in the beginning. Does this mean that Moshiach will be G-d in human form? Or just the permeation of the Glory as in the wilderness out of Egypt? Will Moshiach be followed as Moses was followed or will he be worshipped as G-d?
For us jews it is of most importance to be aware of that world of G-d within that connect all of us, and lay down the sword between the different tribes of jews, secular and religious alike. A sword that do not really belong in the beit hamikdash. May We all be able to feel the peace and glory of G-d.
A happy pesach and blessings. Peter
For me the below is beautiful and encouraging
But what exactly is “personal redemption”? What is it supposed to look or feel like?
To be personally redeemed means to apply the same global yearnings and ideals to our own “micro” selves. Personal redemption means that our own little world should harbor no more conflict, jealousy or resentment. It means nurturing an outlook that engenders love inside of our selves toward all of G d’s creations. And a state of mind in which we are constantly aware of G d’s presence in your life.
Thank you for the note.
Freshen up for Pesach I run 3 miles every morning to clear away the clutter...aaah!
micro self Rabbi Kaminker's elucidation of the Rebbe's teaching is one of those "nuggets" that make a difference. He offers a handle on how to become a microcosm of the world during the time--may it come soon--of King Moshiach.
how do you know if you're a jew? if we're not jews can we still keep pass over
Torah and "Feelings" Hi, my name is Simon Valente, I've been a fan of Torah more than 30 years. It struck me the other day the importance the roll feeling (our feelings) play. In fact, when viewed from a perspective of feelings it takes on a whole new dynamic. Adam "felt" ashamed. Why so downcast Cain? Be kind. Love and forgive, do not envy, how would one feel after stealing? etc etc. I wonder if one of the things Torah has to teach us is that this place where we live, his wonderful so called Earth, is a place that responds to our "feelings" Where are you Adam? I know this is a bit off subject and this is the first time I've posted here, but.... can you see where I'm coming from. Is it not our "feelings" that somehow influence our future and Torah is teaching us all about that? There is so much energy in feeling. It may seem obvious to you but for me its a quantum shift, a whole new angle on Torah. FxT=F Feelings times (x) Time = Future. Big Love and well wishes.... Simon
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Bless you all in the coming year, for your wisdom and insight. It keeps me thinking.
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