This question cannot be answered merely through historical analysis. While history provides context—waves of conflict over religion, identity, nationalism, and territorial struggles—it often feels like we’re witnessing the same repetitive patterns. A cycle, a pulse, that surges again and again.
But why?
To understand this, we must look beyond the physical, into the spiritual realm. Ancient spiritual teachings, even those found in the Torah, remind us of a profound truth: we are one. Kabbalah teaches that within each of us exists a divine spark, a piece of the infinite. Yet, when humanity chooses thoughts of hatred, violence, and selfishness—what Kabbalah refers to as klipot (shells or barriers)—these energies manifest in our collective reality.
For years, Israel has been plagued by internal divisions: Ashkenazi versus Mizrahi, left versus right, religious versus secular. These inner conflicts create a fragmented national consciousness, lowering the collective vibration of unity. In such an environment, reality mirrors our inner disconnection. Tragedies, no matter how unfathomable, occur as a wake-up call—a painful but powerful reminder to return to the path of oneness, unconditional love, and selfless giving.
When events like October 7 unfold, they challenge us to reflect: What is the lesson here? How can we rise above blame, anger, and victimhood, and instead deepen our connection to ourselves, to others, and to the divine? Everything, no matter how painful, serves a higher purpose—to bring us closer to unity and light.
I hope these reflections resonate with you. I also invite you to explore the poems and illustrations in my book, “6 million and a day” where I’ve channeled the raw emotions and spiritual reckoning of that dark day in our history. I would love to hear your thoughts—how did the art and words speak to you?
Let’s keep the conversation open and meaningful, seeking the light in the darkest of moments. ✨
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