Shevirat Ha-Kelim (Shattering of the Vessels)
- Following the act of Tzimtzum, the divine emanations, known as the Sefirot, began to flow into the empty space created by the contraction.
- However, the vessels (Kelim) that were meant to contain these divine energies were unable to withstand the intensity of the divine light.
- the vessels shattered, leading to a cosmic catastrophe known as the Shevirat Ha-Kelim, or the Breaking of the Vessels. This event symbolizes the fragmentation and disorder introduced into the world as a result of the imperfect vessels' inability to contain the divine light.
- The shattered vessels scattered sparks of divine light throughout the cosmos, creating a world imbued with both divine presence and brokenness. This condition forms the basis of human existence and the ongoing process of spiritual rectification (Tikkun).
- when God began to pour his Light into the vessels they were not strong enough to hold the power of God's Light and shattered (Shevirat)
- Tikkun, is the process of gathering together, and raising, the sparks of God's Light that were carried down with the shards of the shattered vessels.
The Soul
- Nefesh (basic life force)
- Ruach (spirit or breath)
- Neshamah (higher spiritual essence)
Fragmentation of the Soul
- the soul becomes fragmented or damaged as a result of the Shevirat Ha-Kelim, the shattering of the vessels during the process of creation.
- This fragmentation manifests as spiritual impurities, negative traits, and disconnection from the divine.
Tikkun Ha-Nefesh - Rectification of the Soul
- Through spiritual purification, moral development, and alignment with the divine.
- Repentance
- Atonement
Tikkun Olam - Repairing the World
- the restoration of harmony and balance to the universe as a whole.
Shevirat Ha-Kelim (Shattering of the Vessels):
Following the act of Tzimtzum, the divine emanations, known as the Sefirot, began to flow into the empty space created by the contraction. However, the vessels (Kelim) that were meant to contain these divine energies were unable to withstand the intensity of the divine light. As a result, the vessels shattered, leading to a cosmic catastrophe known as the Shevirat Ha-Kelim, or the Breaking of the Vessels. This event symbolizes the fragmentation and disorder introduced into the world as a result of the imperfect vessels' inability to contain the divine light. The shattered vessels scattered sparks of divine light throughout the cosmos, creating a world imbued with both divine presence and brokenness. This condition forms the basis of human existence and the ongoing process of spiritual rectification (Tikkun).