[11] Laws of Foundation of Torah (Hilchos Yesodei HaTorah) #Torah

Does Hashem experience human emotions like anger and laughter, or are these descriptions in the Torah simply metaphors? Discover how the Rambam explains anthropomorphism in the Guide for the Perplexed. In this class, we explore how the Torah speaks in the language of men to help us grasp spiritual concepts. We examine why the prophets use human imagery—such as Hashem sitting in the heavens or expressing anger—and why these terms must be interpreted figuratively. Unlike human beings, who are bound by physical bodies, dust, and constant mood swings, Hashem is elevated, unchanging, and exalted above all physical limitations. We also discuss the dangers of projecting human deficiencies onto the Divine and why we must adhere strictly to the precise structure of prayer established by our sages rather than inventing unauthorized descriptions. Embracing the stability of Hashem helps us navigate our own spiritual lives with greater clarity and trust. — Why does the Torah use human metaphors to describe Hashem? What does the Rambam teach about anthropomorphism in the Guide for the Perplexed? How are verses about Hashem laughing or being angry understood in Torah study? Why does the Torah speak in the language of men? How does Hashem remain unchanging while the Torah uses active descriptions? What is the danger of adding unauthorized adjectives and blessings to prayer? How do we distinguish between physical human limitations and divine attributes? - - - - BeEzrat HaShem Learn with Lerner LevLeib@BeEzratHaShem.org Join our FREE online classes every Monday to Thursday night: +1 201-725-3444 | JEW, BE, HOLY | - - - - #Torah, #Tanakh, #God, #faith, #laws, #rabbi, #morals, #ethics, #morality, #jews, #torahLecture, #lawsOfPurity, #LawsofJudaism, #BeezratHashem, #RabbiLevLeibLerner, #LearnwithLerner, #RabbiMizrachi, #HalachosofJudaism, #biblestudy, #selfdevelopment, #selfimprovement, #musarmovement, #lawsforwomen, #lawsofbrachot, #rabbiefraimkachlon, #rabbiyaronreuven, #jewishstories, #shabbatcandles, #torahstudy, #ConvertingtoJudaism, #TorahLaws, #ToviaSinger, #TorahTruth, #Hashem