All the preconditions that our sages have stipulated for the coming of Moshiach have been fulfilled. The time is especially ripe now, when it's Motzaei Shmitta, the year after the Sabbatical year, and when Birkat HaChama (the blessing of the sun, when it returns to the exact position that it was on the day of its creation, once in 28 years) falls on Passover eve (about once in five centuries, and today is the day).
Despite all the eager anticipation, and even though he tarries, we still wait for Moshiach innocently and patiently with simple faith. "And even though" in Hebrew is Ve'af al pi.
The Rambam's 12th principle of emuna is, "I believe with full and complete faith in the coming of Moshiach; and even though he tarries, I shall still wait for him whatever day he comes."
My beloved spiritual brother Shlomo Katz, himself a kohen (member of the priestly tribe), put the Rambam's above principle to music in his new album, "Malei Olam," an allusion to Hashem, Who fills the universe with His Divine Presence. We strongly recommend that you keep your eyes and ears open for this exquisite new CD. As a treat to Beams readers, here a "Kosher for Passover" taste:
Shlomo Katz: Ve'af Al Pi
Meanwhile, we hope to see you soon right here in the Holy Land of Israel in our rebuilt Bet Hamikdash, speedily and in our days, amen. Have a wonderful and joyous Passover!
