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[Last time, we analyzed the first three questions. Now, we approach the last three.]
Ein Ayah: (condensed from Ein Ayah, Shabbat 2:164)
"Tzipita liyeshua (Did you look forward to salvation)?" – A person, as an individual, is limited in a major way in all elements of his life in that he is but one organ in the great collective of his nation. In actuality, even the nation is only a part of the existence of the world, as all elements of goodness and light are connected with each other. While it is not always clear whether these elements will find expression in the present or only in the future, they will certainly have an impact at some point. All of the matters of goodness that emanate from an individual are part of a "storehouse of goodness." The individual’s goodness will join up with all other matters of goodness to lead to Hashem’s ultimate salvation, which will come at the appointed time.
Based on the above, we understand why it is the highest demand of a person in regard to the way he lives his life to see if he views his place in the world in terms of tzipiya liyeshua. This tzipiyaincludes constant vigilance, even when there is no external sign of impending salvation. This is like a watchman standing guard for days on end. Even when there are no indications that there is anything new, he will not leave his post.
Along with this idea of tzipiya liyeshua is also that if he does observe an opportunity to do something that can help hasten the salvation, he will act promptly and tenaciously. This is like the lookout who sees something important in the distance. He is ready to act quickly, whether to flee or defend against an enemy. It is his responsibility to do that which is needed to rectify or otherwise improve the situation without any delay.
These two seemingly opposite approaches – to watch and watch without doing anything and to act swiftly at the right time – need to be in the midst of one’s deep thoughts in regard to anticipating salvation.
Ein Ayah: (condensed from Ein Ayah, Shabbat 2:165)
"Did you delve into wisdom? Did you understand one thing from another?" – Concepts must be understood deeply, each one individually. They also have to be broadened so that each concept will be completed to the maximum, until it brings its subscribers to new and deeper appreciation.
This broadening of the understanding is something that is very related to looking forward to salvation. The broad and true salvation is understood clearly by man only according to the depth of his thoughts and his ability to picture that he should be awaiting for the betterment of the broadest community. It is not enough to just make logical statements, but they need to be deeply felt in the heart. The deeper and clearer the feeling, the greater the tzipiya. This is why there is a need for pilpul and for havanah (understanding). This understanding has to start with the smallest details of the Torah and extend through the loftiest concepts. This brings a state of knowledge of Hashem that covers the land like water covers the seabed.
Various Rabbis
Various Rabbis including those of of Yeshivat Bet El, such as Rabbi Chaim Katz, Rabbi Binyamin Bamberger and Rabbi Yitzchak Greenblat and others.
Moreshet Shaul Moreshet Shaul: A Crown and its Scepter – part II
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 294-5
Rabbis in Midrash
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Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 9 - "Seeing is Believing" (parag. 21-30)
These paragraphs elaborate on the theme that seeing and knowing is better than any attempt to prove logically, and begins explaining the difference between Israel and gentiles.
Ein Aya Various Universal Stages of the Geula Process
Rav Kook examines the various stages of redemption, explaining how (in addition to the obvious oft-mentioned stages of ingathering the exiles, reviving the Hebrew language, army, state etc.) the messianic dream of world prosperity, the State of Israel and world unity can and are realistically and logically gradually coming true.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 8- "Answering Questions on the Kuzari's Proof from Mass Revelation
How do we know that the "claim" of mass revelation to 2,000,000 witnesses at Mt. Sinai is really true? This important class answers all of the questions skeptics ask about this claim of the Kuzari.
Ein Aya Armies Still Necessary for Balance & the War Against Wars
Rav Kook explains why the world was originally divided into the various seemingly contradicting ideologies and cultures, in order to develop each one respectively. Swords or armies symbolize how each respective ideology defends themselves, as well as deters their opposing ideologies and cultures. On the other hand, the messianic era will be one of peace, and Rav Kook explains the transition to that stage, which mankind is already undergoing.
The Land of Israel LGBT'S IN ISRAEL
The question was asked, how can one make Aliyah with the LGBT parades?
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 7 - Five Accumulative Proofs of G-d
As a preparation for the Kuzari's classic proof of G-d from the mass-revelation at Sinai, we start here with 5 other directions to strengthen our belief which also contribute to what the Kuzari will present as well.
Ein Aya Muscle & Meaning: The Dual Nature of Gevurah (Physical Strength)
Is physical strength and fitness a necessity or an ideal? Although it if often totally overlooked among topics of Judaism, Rav Kook writes that it clearly is also a necessity to deter the many enemies of Israel, but even in Y'mot HaMashiach, in the Messianic era, to a certain extent, it's ideal continues even after our enemies will have been finished off.
