Published:
January 2, 2014
Originally recorded:
March 19, 2009
In this lecture recorded on Shabbat Vayakhel-Pikudei, Michael explains how this portion presents us with a powerful opportunity to awaken the power of unity and love, just as the Israelites did during the forty nine days they were in the desert before the revelation at Mount Sinai. Creating unity and growing our sense of responsibility are the keys that allow us to experience a world free of chaos. We also learn how damaging our need for approval can be.
The goal of our spiritual work can be summed up in the teaching, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” This high level of unity doesn’t come naturally. Through this week’s energy, we’re supported to re-invest in our personal spiritual work and through it, purify our consciousness to inch closer to this goal. By setting aside time each week for reflection, we can access the wisdom within our heart that’s connected to the Light.