Angels and Mercy

We are all familiar with the words of קדושה, when we say, וקרא זה אל זה. This refers to the angels giving praise to G-d where they added קדוש קדוש קדוש, Holy, Holy, Holy.

What many may not know is what is learned from the words in the Pasuk, ולא קרב זה אל זה, that they did not come near to one another the whole night. This refers to the separation between the Egyptians and Jews by the pillar of fire.

This is the source according to קול התורה, of Hashem’s reprimand to the angels, when they wanted to celebrate the punishment of the Egyptians. He reminded them that they were also His children and they were not to celebrate too much.