. from Introduction to the Book of Zohar by Rav Laitman:
".. when reading this book .. succumb to your sensations, let the Upper Light lead you, correct, and prepare your soul, your spiritual vessels for reception of the ultimate delight - merging with the Creator .."
and ..
First Rule - The Heart Understands.
Do Not Seek Intellectual Understanding
Second Rule - Man Is a Small World
Interpret the Words Correctly
Third Rule - The Light in It Reforms
Seek the Light
Fourth Rule - Nothing Defeats the Will
The only thing we must bring in is our great desire
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