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Welcome to TanyaToday, where we offer daily doses of divine wisdom straight from the heart of Chassidic philosophy. Our episodes delve into the timeless teachings of the Tanya, shedding light on how these ancient insights are astonishingly relevant to modern living. Whether you're wrestling with life's big questions or simply seeking a moment of spiritual serenity, TanyaToday aims to enrich your day with meaningful, bite-sized lessons. Subscribe now to embark on a journey that bridges the heavenly and the everyday.
Shalom, my dear friends. A warm welcome to our daily Tanya discourse. Today, we delve into the essence of Tanya chapter 10, where Rabbi Schneur Zalman, the Alter Rebbe, explores the nature of our divine service.
Our journey begins with the Alter Rebbe's profound statement, "In every Jew, there are two souls." These two souls, the divine soul and the animalistic soul, are in constant struggle, each striving for dominance. This struggle, my friends, parallels our daily life. Every day, we are faced with decisions where we must choose between our divine soul's desire to serve our Creator, and our animalistic soul's craving for physical satisfaction.
The Alter Rebbe advises that we are not to despair, for this struggle is our divine service. It is through this struggle that we refine ourselves and elevate the world around us. Every time we choose G-dliness over physicality, we strengthen our divine soul and bring a spark of holiness into this world.
Yet, we must remember, our animalistic soul is not our enemy. It is a part of us. The goal is not to destroy it but to harness its energy and channel it towards G-dliness. The Alter Rebbe encourages us to transform the darkness within us into light, to use our animalistic soul's passion and drive for the service of our Creator.
In conclusion, my friends, the Alter Rebbe's words in Tanya chapter 10 serve as a constant reminder that our struggles are not hindrances. They are opportunities for spiritual growth and self-improvement. Always remember, "In every Jew, there are two souls." It is up to us to decide which one we nurture and which one we let shine through.
Thank you for joining us in our exploration of Tanya. May we all continue to grow and inspire through our divine service. This podcast was produced and sponsored by Daniel Aharonoff.