The Revealed Hand of G-d
The Talmud in Masechet Yevamot 63a, mentions a historical fact regarding the nations of the world and Israel. “Punishment will come to the world because of Israel.”
This is followed by a verse in Zephania 3:6 that says the following: “I have eliminated nations, their towers have become desolate; I have destroyed their streets… their cities.”
The context of the Gemara was to teach the Jewish people that when this inevitable situation unfolds, we are to learn the lesson that we must fear Hashem and be close to Him.
We are witnessing incredible miracles of biblical proportions, as we this inevitable consequence unfolding before our eyes.
As we have witnessed throughout our history, when mighty nations rise up to gloat and speak of our destruction, the G-d of Israel rises up and brings about their humiliation and demise.
It began in Egypt, when the superpower of the world was devastated with Ten Plagues. The great empires of Babylonia and Rome, who destroyed our first and second Temples, are only a memory. We see numerous similar stories in the Tanach. The same gloating and threats of our destruction, that led to their own ultimate destruction and humiliation.
Our focus at this time, should be an awareness and appreciation that we have merited the witnessing of open miracles in our lifetimes. The discomfort of running to shelters and sealed rooms, is about to end for good, with Hashem’s help.
The Mishna states that there is no difference between this world and the time of Mashiach, except for שעבוד מלכיות, being under the rule of kingdoms.
We should be focused on the new reality that we will soon live without threats to harm us. All of our enemies have been silenced right before our eyes. No more Hizballah, no more Hamas, no more Syria, and very soon, no more Iran and Houthis.
The mind can play tricks on us. If we focus on our bright future, and the great things that lie ahead, we will be happy. We must not give in to negativity and worries, no matter how frightening this temporary situation might be. It is abundantly clear that the G-d of Israel has not forsaken us. He is leading us to great victory and salvation. Am Yisrael Chai!