Adam Ki Yakriv 5742

The Alef Kabbala Group (24 March 09) explored a discourse by the Lubavitcher Rebbe, taught in 1982, for Shabbat Parshat Vayikra, begining 'Adam ki Yakriv', usually translated as 'A person who brings an offering'. The word 'yakriv' means 'bringing near', and the discourse explains that the service of the bringing of offerings in the Sanctuary or Temple exists today as well through the process of drawing all aspects of existence close to the Divine. The discourse thus presents a fascinating view of the nature of the sacrifices in the Temple, as the personal service of each individual today.