Tsimtsum

Tsimtsum is a concept from Jewish mysticism that describes the process by which an infinite divine presence contracted itself to make space for creation. Think of it as a conscious withdrawal or "shrinking" of God's boundless energy, allowing the universe to exist independently. This act of concealment enables the light of the divine to be hidden within the created world, yet still present. Tsimtsum illustrates the balance between divine omnipresence and the autonomy of creation, showing how infinite potential can shape a finite, distinguishable universe while maintaining divine sovereignty.