The Soul Asks Where Negativity Comes From in Isaiah

Da'at Tevunot 105:1

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·March 24, 2026

Said the Soul - If so, where does the negativity come from? For it says (Isaiah 45:7), "...makes peace and creates negativity...":

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