Thank you for joining us for the sixth and final lesson of The Kabbalah of You, "Perfectly Imperfect: The Art of Struggle."
Introduction
Throughout this course we have focused on defining ourselves as our spiritual entity, our souls, and using that focus in many elements in life. If we would be able to achieve that focus on a constant basis we would be in perfect balance. But practically although perfection does exists in the human sphere, it is not something that most of us can achieve. Most of us will never achieve perfection, regardless of our noble determination and effort. Are we then never going to be in touch with the YOU of Kabbalah of YOU?
G-d in the Finite & Infinite
G-d is perfect in all ways and aspects. So G-d presents himself
[G-dliness] in the finite state of the Sefirot and Adam HaElyon [Supernal Man] and in the infinite state of Ein Sof.
Two States in Man
The Tzadik, the righteous man reflects the perfection in the finite state of the Sefirot. The imperfect person, the struggler, is also known as a ba’al teshuvah. The ba’al teshuvah compensates for his or her imperfection by utilizing the imperfection as a springboard to propel themselves further. The darkness with which the ba’al teshuvah compels him to reach to a deeper level of their soul which can add passion and fervor and achieve goals that may not be available to the Tzadik. This reflects the Ein Sof or infinite element of their soul.
So the Tzadik, the state of perfection, and the Baal Teshuvah, the struggler both reflect their souls, each a different element of their soul.
Reach for Perfection
It is only by striving for perfection, for the level of a Tzadik, that the Baal Teshuvah reflects the infinite element of their soul. For the purpose of life is to bring G-dliness into the finite structure of creation.
We experience personal redemption when we successfully incorporate in our lives the advantages of both perfection and the energy of imperfection.
Conclusion
After six lessons of The Kabbalah of You we have the perspectives as to how we are to approach life reflecting our true selves. Lets see if we can put them into practice. Even as we attempt to do so, we are coming in contact with the essence of our being.
I enjoyed studying and exploring together with you. I sincerely hope that you have been enriched by the experience.
Please enjoy the video posted below of Rabbi Moshe Bryski discussing "Passion for Judaism."
