The root of all the creations in the world lies in Zeir Anpin and Nukva, and it is in essence through them that the world is governed. The arrangements instituted in them are thus on a level suitable for the government of the world. Accordingly all their different aspects are known in greater detail inasmuch as they are nearer to us.
Having completed our examination of Abba and Imma, we will now discuss the Partzufim that follow them in the chain of development – Zeir Anpin and Nukva.
This proposition has two parts. Part 1: The root… Zeir Anpin and Nukva are the root of this world. Part 2: Accordingly… This is the reason why they are discussed in greater detail in terms of the human form.