Chapter 5: "Give ear to my words, O Lord, consider my meditation"
Rabbi Chaim Vital, in Sha'ar HaPesukim, delves into the Kabbalistic depth of this verse, revealing a hidden spiritual connection that’s easy to miss at first glance. The phrase "Give ear to my words, O Lord, consider my meditation" isn’t just a plea for HaShem to listen—there’s a cosmic alignment happening through the specific words and letters used.
Numerical Mysticism: The Power of 21
Rabbi Vital notes that the Rashei Teivot (first letters) of the words in this verse, with the exception of the word Bina (understanding), add up to the number 21. Why does that matter? Because 21 is the numerical value of the divine name Ehyeh (אהי"ה), which is linked to the divine Sefirah of Binah—the spiritual attribute of understanding in Kabbalistic thought.
Ehyeh is a name that’s often associated with the concept of potential and becoming, as it translates to "I will be." It’s the name that HaShem used when speaking to Moses at the burning bush, emphasizing future existence and growth. This connection to Binah (understanding) in the Kabbalistic system means that this verse is aligned with the deep, divine wisdom that governs how we come to understand reality and connect with the higher truths of existence.
Prayer as a Path to Divine Understanding
What Rabbi Vital is showing us here is that this verse isn’t just about HaShem listening to our words—it’s about tuning our prayers into a higher frequency. The phrase "Give ear to my words" is tapping into the energy of Binah, which in Kabbalah represents deep, intuitive understanding and the process of unfolding divine wisdom.
When we pray with intention, we are not just asking HaShem to hear us; we are aligning ourselves with this divine attribute of Binah, the place where understanding of the cosmic order begins. It’s as if our words are channeled through the filter of divine wisdom, allowing us to tap into the energy of Ehyeh and bring down divine understanding into our own lives.
A Deeper Meditation: Understanding and Alignment
The word Bina itself stands out in this verse. Rabbi Vital points out that although the first letters of the other words add up to 21 (Ehyeh), Bina remains a powerful force on its own. This reflects the idea that Binah is the spiritual source of clarity and discernment, helping us comprehend HaShem’s will. The word Bina is a direct reference to this higher understanding, emphasizing that our prayers aren’t just words—they are a form of meditation, a bridge to divine wisdom.
In essence, the verse is showing us how we should approach prayer: not just as a list of requests but as an opportunity to tune into the energy of Binah. When we do this, our words carry more weight, becoming a meditation that opens us up to divine wisdom and alignment with HaShem’s will.
Takeaway
Rabbi Chaim Vital’s commentary on this verse from Psalms highlights the mystical dimension of prayer. The use of the name Ehyeh hints that through our words and meditations, we connect to the divine power of Binah, the source of understanding and insight. This Kabbalistic insight invites us to see prayer as not just a practice of communication but an act of spiritual alignment, tapping into divine wisdom and understanding to bring greater clarity and balance into our lives.
This blog is in the zechut of Sima Sara rivka bas malka baila Fruma and Tzvi hirsch ben rivka may they have complete emuna as well as klal Israel.
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Psalms Chapter 5
1To the conductor, on nehiloth, a song of David.2Give ear to my words, O Lord; consider my meditation.3Hearken to the voice of my cry, my King and my God, for I will pray to You.4O Lord, in the morning You shall hearken to my voice; in the morning I shall arrange [my prayer] to You, and I shall look forward.5For You are not a God Who desires wickedness; evil does not abide with You.6Confused people shall not stand before Your eyes; You hate all workers of iniquity.7You destroy speakers of lies; the Lord abhors a man of blood and deceit.8But I, with Your great loving-kindness, shall enter Your House; I shall prostrate myself toward Your Holy Temple in the fear of You.9O Lord, lead me in Your righteousness; because of those who lie in wait for me, make Your way straight before me.10For there is no sincerity in his mouth; there is malice in their heart; their throat is an open grave; they make their tongue smooth.11Condemn them, O God; let them fall by their own counsels; cast them down in the multitude of their transgressions for they have rebelled against You.12And let all who take refuge in You rejoice; may they ever shout for joy, and You shall shelter them, and let all who love Your name exult in You.13For You, O Lord, shall bless the righteous; You shall encompass him with will like a shield.
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