That’s the essence of what we’re talking about. The Kalach Pitchei Chokhmah, a key text in Kabbalistic thought, lays out a fascinating picture of this interconnectedness.
Here's the really mind-bending part: the attributes of Netzach, Hod, and Yesod – representing endurance, splendor, and foundation, respectively – from one higher Partzuf actually become the intellectual faculties of the Partzuf below it. Think of it like this: The strengths of the teacher become the student’s mind.
Now, what does that mean?
It all depends on what the Supreme Will wants to reveal. The way these Partzufim appear in prophetic vision isn't fixed. They can be perceived in different ways, depending on the divine intention.
Sometimes, we see the Partzufim arranged in a hierarchical order, one governing the other. In this view, the Malchut – the "kingdom" or manifestation – of the higher Partzuf exerts control over the lower one. This is what's called the order of the chain of development, or hishtalshelut (השתלשלות).
The prophetic vision reveals this aspect by demonstrating how Netzach, Hod, and Yesod of the upper Partzuf act as the mental powers for the lower one. It's like the upper levels are providing the raw materials for the lower levels to build their consciousness.
Specifically, these three attributes from above serve the needs of the Partzuf below. Meanwhile, Malchut stands behind, channeling their influence, acting as a conduit. The Kalach Pitchei Chokhmah emphasizes that in this chain of development, these mental powers essentially complete the lower Partzuf by providing its inner soul – its pnimiyut.
So, what does this imply for us? Perhaps that everything we experience, everything we learn, is ultimately filtered through and shaped by something greater than ourselves. That the strengths and virtues we admire in others can, in turn, become the building blocks of our own inner lives. It’s a powerful reminder of our interconnectedness, not just with each other, but with the entire cosmos.