1. During the year we experience the joy of creation, the happiness of a mitzvah and the super-joy of doing mitzvos which are directly related to rejoicing — such as the rejoicing of the holidays. The joy of Simchas Torah must supersede all of this and must manifest itself instantaneously.
2. Tonight the “Mashiv Haruach” formula is said for the third time. It reaches the condition of Chazakah. Esoterically, it refers to the descent of the spirit of Mashiach into the physical world. The 17 verses introducing the Hakkafos show how G‑dliness comes into the physical world.
3. The special customs of Simchas Torah include turning over the cups — emptying them to show that benevolence from above must be radiated to the distant places. Just as the goblets on the Menorah faced downwards. This approach will merit the ultimate benevolence, the coming of Mashiach.
The role of the emissaries of the Previous Rebbe and their connection to the advent of Mashiach. He also emphasizes again the importance of praying and beseeching G‑d to bring Mashiach Now.
The Nasi of every generation is the Mashiach of that generation. Those who serve as envoys of the Nasi must dedicate their lives to their mission and thereby effect the revelation of Mashiach. Every Jew has the potential to be an ambassador, and theShluchim of the Nasi must influence others to assume such responsibilities.
Any doubts in this matter must be wiped away and every effort must be made to spread Yiddishkeit and to bring the redemption.
