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Samach Vav by MyLife: Chassidus Applied Hafotzas HaMayanot Chutza Initiative Launched by The Meaningful Life Center to Address the Personal and Emotional Needs of The Chabad Community and Answer the Most Pressing Questions of Our Lives. Please subscribe to get the word out, and receive MyLife in your inbox weekly. Our website: meaningfullife.com Submit a Question: www.meaningfullife.com/mlc... more

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Rabbi Teichel
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Episode: Samach Vav Part 163: Ayin of chochma is the ayin of keser; outer and inner chochma sti'maah are one
Ms. Simon Batave
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Episode: Yaaseh l'mechakeh lo (hope) is the performance of mitzvos that generates ratzon and taanug ha'atzmi

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Samach Vav Part 157: Pipul of Talmud Bavli reaches the he'elem ha'atzmi, the Torah in Atzmus
Q: How does Pilpul relate to removing concealments and to the animal soul in the Beis Hamikdash context?
Pilpul serves to remove the psilus and sedim that obscure understanding, thereby weakening the animal soul's resistance so that higher-level illumination can flow; this is tied to the idea that learning Tehru and engaging in deep questioning can refine both intellect and spiritual essence.
Samach Vav Part 157: Pipul of Talmud Bavli reaches the he'elem ha'atzmi, the Torah in Atzmus
Q: Is Kohakhi Yulih Ha'atsmi related to the core Halema Ha'atsmi, the ultimate level of the 'atzmi'?
Yes—the discussion connects the act of Yigiyah (reaching and understanding) with deeper levels of the etzem, indicating that the ultimate level lies beyond surface revelation and requires sustained pilpul to access the atzmi of chachma.
Samach Vav Part 163: Ayin of chochma is the ayin of keser; outer and inner chochma sti'maah are one
Q: What is the relationship between Chochma and the higher levels of consciousness like Atik and Arech?
Chochma is the gateway that, through inner exertion and the proper interface (Chochmastimo), connects to higher levels such as Atik and Arech, allowing a person to experience a reality beyond ordinary intellect, not simply learn. The process involves recognizing that there is always a level of concealment, and effort is needed to draw out the deeper meaning and elevate the soul.
Samach Vav Part 132: Every ratzon has concealed taanug within
Q: Why would the abister create us in such a way that we could feel taiva and be overwhelmed by it, effectively blinding ratzon?
The discussion suggests that concealment and the yetzer harah are part of a designed framework to test Bechirah, with free will allowing remedies through clarity, education, and spiritual development so that one can choose to align with Hashem despite temptations.
Samach Vav Part 69: Difference between inner and outer ratzon/desire
Q: Why is the lulav Mamshik of the Daas, and how does that relate to outer and inner rotzon?
The host explains that the lulav serves as a conduit (mamshik) for makifim and that das is a recipient level connecting outer will to inner intention, illustrating how ritual objects channel higher energies into everyday practice.

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Deep, scholarly discussions rooted in Jewish mysticism and Hasidic thought, with a focus on the soul's relationship to the divine, the nature of divine will, and how mitzvot channel energy beyond structural constraints. Episodes commonly explore nuanced concepts like atzmus (essence), ratzon (will), kav ha-midah (the measuring line), tzimtzum (contraction), and the interplay between existence and divine infinity, often weaving in classic sources and practical reflections for prayer, study, and daily life. A distinctive strength is the rigorous, idea-driven dialogue that also invites audience questions, making highly technical metaphysical topics accessible through concrete analogies and real-world applications. Listeners likely appreciate d... more

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