The Emanations (Sefirot)

The Emanations, or Sefirot, are a conceptual framework in Jewish mysticism representing the divine attributes through which God manifests and interacts with creation. They are ten interconnected qualities—such as wisdom, understanding, mercy, and strength—that serve as channels or pathways for divine energy. Think of them as aspects of how the infinite divine becomes accessible and expressed in the world, guiding spiritual development and understanding. The Sefirot form a dynamic map of creation's spiritual structure, illustrating the flow of divine influence from the infinite to the finite universe.