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Why does belief in Mashiach require emotional anticipation, unlike other principles of faith that demand only cognitive acceptance? The shiur explains that Mashiach resolves the existential crisis of tzaddik v'ra lo by guaranteeing a future world where divine values of truth and justice are visibly rewarded. This transforms our current reality from meaningless suffering into a temporary stage before ultimate vindication.
Rabbi Zweig delivers a comprehensive analysis of the twelfth of Maimonides' Thirteen Principles of Faith - belief in the coming of Mashiach. He begins by noting the timing's significance, as the shiur was given on Shavuos, connecting it to the Talmudic statement in Sanhedrin that the world was created for King Dovid, Moshe Rabbeinu, or Mashiach - all connected to Shavuos themes. The rabbi addresses fundamental questions about why belief in Mashiach constitutes a principle of faith. Unlike other principles that require only cognitive acceptance, this principle demands emotional anticipation - we must actively look forward to Mashiach's coming. He notes that 'Tzipita L'Yeshua' (did you anticipate salvation) is listed as one of the first questions asked of a person after death, highlighting its paramount importance.
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