The first commandment states: “I am the Lord your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage.” The ten commandments, which are laws that govern the system of connection, begin with the…
Dr. Michael Laitman
To Change the World – Change Man
What Actually Happened at Mount Sinai?
The story of Mount Sinai raises an important question: what kind of interaction existed there between people, and what can we learn from it in relation to what is happening today in Israel and throughout the world? It points to…
Is Nature Only God?
Many people who hear the word “God” imagine a distant being somewhere beyond the world, watching over human affairs. However, the wisdom of Kabbalah describes God very differently. God is not a figure outside of reality. God is the general…
Why Does Kabbalah View Israel as a Beacon of Unity?
The Jewish people are a microcosm. We were gathered here from all corners of the world in order to serve as a universal model for connection among people who are very different from one another. This is, in a sense,…
What Is the Difference Between Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory?
While we are alive here in this world, i.e., this form of existence of protein-based matter, there is an immense number of tiny grains of egoism, which are corrupted desires to enjoy for self-benefit alone that were created by the…
What Is the Main Point of the Passover Seder?
What exactly do we celebrate on Seder night? Is it relevant to today’s reality, which seems so chaotic? Also, what can give modern slaves a different quality of life? Even if we are unaware of it, Seder night symbolizes a…
How Does Overcoming the Ego in the Passover Story Lead to Experiencing a Reality Beyond Time, Space, and Individual Existence?
To uncover the code hidden in the Passover story, we need to begin long before the Exodus from Egypt. Once upon a time, in ancient Babylon, there was a cunning and tyrannical king. He ruled over our ancestors—who, of course,…
In a Deeply Divided Society, How Can Individuals Who Hold Strong Personal Convictions Still Work Toward a Sense of National Unity?
How do you feel as if you are one nation with someone who thinks the exact opposite of you, with someone who behaves in ways that infuriate you, and who makes you feel that they are driving your very country…
Why Is the World So Depressed While Living Standards Have Improved So Much?
Depression, addictions, and divorce all stem from a lack of happiness. Our grandparents had harder lives materially, but it seems they felt better. What happened to us in the age of abundance? What can add color to the grayness of…
A New Vision for Israel
A business without a vision will eventually go bankrupt. But what about a country? How long can we continue without a clear sense of identity and purpose? What vision could transform us into a people who illuminate all of humanity?…
What Is the Role of the Wisdom of Kabbalah in Addressing Current Global Issues, and Why Is It Becoming More Relevant Now?
Humanity is constantly waiting for positive changes to come from the outside. We hope that governments, technologies, economic systems, or social reforms will improve our lives. But we see that no external change will solve our problems. We need to…
Why Do Veterans Often Miss the Camaraderie and Teamwork of Military Life When They Move to Civilian Jobs?
What is the difference between military service and civilian life? In the army, you are surrounded by friends, and afterward, you are left on your own to face a challenging reality. What should we study? What kind of work is…