Think about it:
You can hold an object.
You can comprehend an idea.
But you can't physically hold an idea in your hands.
Your greatest strength as a human is your mind, your wisdom.
But for The Creator, even wisdom is something limited.
This idea opened my eyes:
Our words, thoughts, and logic are only tiny glimpses of The Creator's reality.
Our deepest wisdom is like a soft echo in The Creator’s infinite conversation.
Why does this matter?
Because it means we can stop trying to squeeze The Creator into our limited minds.
Instead, we connect with The Creator best when we embrace the mystery,when we're curious, open, and humble.
Next time you're stuck trying to understand The Creator:
Pause.
Take a slow breath.
Say to yourself:
"My mind is helpful,but it's not how I fully grasp The Creator.
My awe, my curiosity, my kindness,that's how I connect."
The Creator is the source of intelligence,
but He’s not bound by the rules of logic.
And realizing that is where connection begins.
"Your brain isn't designed to understand G-d, it's made to wonder about Him."
Explore the NextSelf Blog. Start with this post explaining the world of souls. 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].
Update: As awe, trust, and love deepen, they can allow greater openness and intimacy with the Creator. That intimacy can include sadness when you notice how much more of His goodness can be revealed.