Rav Menachem Schneerson Igros Kodesh #1:94): I. The view of the Baal Shem Tov: Providence applies to every event that affects man as well as inanimate matter, plants, and animals… As explained by our master, the Baal Shem Tov, not only are all the particular activities of that which has been created determined by providence but this providence is the life-energy of the created being and maintains its existence. Moreover, every particular movement of that which has been created has a connection to the intent of the creation as a whole…. The movement of one blade of grass is part of what G-d’s intent is for the creation as a whole…
First, isn't this already a Gemara that tells us that there is no blade of grass that doesn't have an angel watching over it and telling it to grow?
ReplyDeleteSecond, isn't it interesting that this whole providence thing breaks down when it comes to the State of Israel which seems to exist despite God for this crowd?