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Today’s Tanya portion, the 17th of Ankhamab, dives deep into the mystical interplay of the letters of Hashem's name. Picture this: the tiny spark of the letter Yud, representing the World to Come, igniting the vast expanses of creation with Hey, the letter of this world. The Yud is like a single drop of water, while the Hey bursts forth like a river flowing in all directions.
Our sages remind us that from this divine spark, a multitude of worlds springs forth—each letter of the Hebrew alphabet a tool in the Creator's hands, crafting reality through the power of speech. Think of it as a cosmic game of Scrabble, where each combination of letters reveals infinite possibilities!
Yet, within these letters lies a profound energy—an essential force that gives life to everything. The Naran Chai acronym encapsulates our soul's journey, reminding us that within each of us resides the essence of Yechida, the spark that connects us to the divine, whispering that we all carry a piece of the Messiah within.
So, let’s embrace the magic of creation, where every letter can lead to a universe of wonder!