7 Teves: A Spark of Moshiach
A SPARK OF MOSHIACH
In our prayers we request:
May there be fulfilled in us the verse, “And the spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of council and strength, the spirit of knowledge, and the fear of the Lord.”
(Yom Tov prayer during the removal of Torah from the ark)
While this statement refers to Moshiach, we ask Hashem that He fulfill it in each of us, as well. This is because each of us has a spark of Moshiach, and this spark is the essence of every Jew, no matter his state or standing.
Since each of us already has this spark of Moshiach, it is possible to experience Moshiach at any time. By following the ways of Torah and mitzvos, and specifically, the ways of Chassidic teachings, we reveal this essential spark in our soul. This, in turn, elevates us to a state of Moshiach.
Sichos Kodesh 5734, Sh'mini, Se'if Alef
