Sublime

Elijah fills a need for hope—and for justice.

Elijah reveals that divine truth embraces multiple and conflicting possibilities of meaning. God does not merely tolerate the varieties of truth; He commends them by quoting both differing interpretations and calling each rabbi “My son.” By reporting God’s study habits, Elijah affirms the sages’ innovative exegesis.

Elijah-people, bearers of good tidings, being open to heartening and buoyant illuminations that not only enliven the life of the mind, but also lift up hearts and send positive energy in all directions.