Inward with Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld

Rav Tzadok and Imagination: A Glimpse into the Profound Significance of this Tzaddik for Right Now

Oct 20, 2025
Explore the transformative power of imagination within the context of Kabbalah and Hasidic teachings. Discover how the Zohar opens our inner lives, allowing for endless interpretations of Torah. Rabbi Joey highlights how Rav Tzadok bridges traditional wisdom and imaginative thought, making Kabbalah accessible. Learn about the role of prophetic imagination and how it connects to spiritual purity. Delve into Rav Tzadok's writings as spiritual medicine, guiding us towards personal and messianic renewal.
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INSIGHT

Zohar As Imaginative Opening

  • The Zohar opens an imaginative space beyond rigid intellect and awakens inner soul-moods.
  • Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld says Pasach Rabbi Shimon frees thought so multiple interpretations coexist without threat.
INSIGHT

Imagination Is Torah’s Hidden Layer

  • Rabbi Joey links Rabbi Shimon's Zohar to Torah Moshe: intellect plus imagination.
  • He argues imagination is the Torah's unconscious meaning revealed through Bina and stars imagery.
ADVICE

Shape Imagination With Tradition

  • Use Arizal's metaphors to shape imagination toward divine realities.
  • Then follow the Baal Shem Tov by drawing that imagined shape into lived practice and heartful connection.
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