talíem

Talíem is a term primarily used in the context of Jewish mysticism, specifically within Kabbalistic thought. It refers to the divine light or emanation that flows from God into the created world. This concept is fundamental to understanding how the divine essence interacts with and sustains all existence.

In Kabbalah, the process of creation is often described as a series of divine emanations, known as sefirot. Talíem is understood as the underlying spiritual energy or force that fuels these sefirot and, in turn, permeates the entire universe. It is the divine life-force that gives existence to all things and allows them to function.

The nature of talíem is considered to be infinite and boundless, yet it is perceived to be contained and channeled through the sefirot. Different Kabbalistic traditions may offer varying interpretations of its precise manifestation and function. The study of talíem is central to comprehending the interconnectedness of the divine and the material realms and is often linked to practices aimed at achieving spiritual closeness to God.