Miracles can defeat an enemy. But how do you transform the desires that create enemies?

First Published November 1, 2026Last Updated November 1, 2026by Binyamin Rutstein

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Miracles were the weapon that made the Egyptian Exodus [for the Jewish people] possible.

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Miracles were the weapon that made the Egyptian Exodus [for the Jewish people] possible.
The ten plagues broke Pharaoh's 'power' and made it possible for the Jewish people to leave Egypt.
The Lubavitcher Rebbe explained that our era is also a time of war, a spiritual war against galus [exile, an era of disunity and suffering].

What does the Rebbe's talk on Basi LeGani compare Chassidus to?

In the Rebbe's talk on Basi LeGani, Chassidus [Jewish mysticism, psychology, and philosophy] is compared to a king's most valuable treasures, which he gives his soldiers to help them win a war.
Miracles reveal the Creator's power. Chassidus helps us understand His goodness, human nature, and how to develop deeper awe, love, joy and trust.

How can the curiosity behind gossip become wisdom?

For example, instead of simply telling people to stop gossiping, we can help them use their curiosity to understand why people develop unhealthy behaviors.

Curiosity that once encouraged gossip can become a way to develop wisdom, compassion, and healthier relationships.
This is how Chassidus helps us do more than fight harmful behavior. It teaches us how to transform the desires behind it, so goodness becomes more meaningful and enjoyable.
Spreading this wisdom helps prepare humanity for the final redemption [an era of world peace].

What is the weapon for overcoming exile today?

The weapon for overcoming exile today is spreading wisdom that transforms how we understand the Creator, ourselves, and one another.

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“Miracles can defeat an enemy. But how do you transform the desires that create enemies?”

Explore the NextSelf Blog. Start with this post explaining the world of souls, and what does it mean to be light? And my Youtube. Content is published to this facebook first and a few days later, to the blog.

The blog lists all the difference patterns to study, understanding patterns is how one can develop 'Daas' [felt knowing].
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Questions people ask

Why were miracles the weapon of the Exodus from Egypt?

The ten plagues broke Pharaoh's 'power' and made it possible for the Jewish people to leave Egypt. Miracles reveal the Creator's power, and they can defeat an enemy. Chassidus goes further: it helps us understand human nature and transform the desires behind harmful behavior, using emotional skills like curiosity and compassion.

What is Chassidus?

Chassidus is Jewish mysticism, psychology, and philosophy. It helps us understand the Creator's goodness, human nature, and how to develop deeper awe, love, joy and trust. Developing these feelings is an emotional skill, one that Chassidus teaches. In the Rebbe's talk on Basi LeGani, it is compared to a king's most valuable treasures.

How can curiosity help change the desire to gossip?

Instead of simply telling people to stop gossiping, we can help them use their curiosity to understand why people develop unhealthy behaviors. Curiosity is the emotional skill here. Curiosity that once encouraged gossip can become a way to develop wisdom, compassion, and healthier relationships. The desire behind the gossip is transformed, not only fought.

Is fighting harmful behavior enough to change it?

Chassidus helps us do more than fight harmful behavior. It teaches us how to transform the desires behind it, so goodness becomes more meaningful and enjoyable. The emotional skills here are noticing the desire behind a behavior, then using curiosity and compassion to guide it toward goodness instead of only fighting it.

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