| The Triumph of Israel
The Torah tells us that Yaacov was confronted by an angel who was Esav's spiritual counterpart. Yaacov clung tenaciously to HaShem and prevailed. However, in the midst of the struggle, the angel injured Yaacov. The injury that Yaacov sustained signifies that the descendants of Yaacov will be endangered in each generation. Subsequently, the angel blessed Yaacov, "No longer will it be said that your name is Yaacov, but Yisrael will be your name, for you have battled with an angel and with man and have overcome" (Bereishis 32:29).
Lesson: The incident of Yaacov and the angel conveys the message that no matter how times we are endangered, we will triumph, just as Yaacov did. Moreover, the blessings and healing that Yaacov received signify the great light that will shine upon us at the time of our redemption -- when the dominance of Israel will permanently endure.
App: Strengthen your faith that HaShem will continually ensure that Klal Yisrael will emerge victorious, complete, and spiritually sound. (Based on Etz Pri of the Steipler Gaon)
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