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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 Aleichem, friends! Today, let's delve into the Tanya, specifically the 13th chapter of Likutei Amarim. We're dealing with a very relevant topic here; the struggle between the divine soul and the animal soul.
Our sages teach that every Jew possesses a divine soul, a spark of G-dliness, that inherently desires to do good. But we also have an animal soul, inclined towards physical and worldly desires. The divine and animal souls are in a constant tug-of-war, each trying to assert its dominance.
Now, imagine your life as a chariot, and these two souls as the horses. The divine soul wants to lead you towards spiritual elevation, towards Torah study and mitzvot, while the animal soul wants to steer you towards worldly pleasures, often not in line with the Torah.
Remember, friends, the strength of the horse doesn't lie in the horse itself but in the driver. You're the driver. You have the reins. You can choose which soul to give power to.
This battle isn't easy, but the Tanya gives us hope. It teaches us that the divine soul, because it's a part of G-d, has infinite strength, and can overcome the animal soul. It's about making an effort, friends, and with G-d's help, we can direct our chariot on the right path.
So, as we go about our daily lives, let's keep this in mind. Let's strive to listen to our divine soul, to study Torah, to perform mitzvot, and to infuse G-dliness into everything we do.
This podcast was produced and sponsored by Daniel Aharonoff.