Talks about the Steps of the Ladder, Part 42

What Is the Difference Between Being Thrown in a “Catapult” and Being a “Fetus,” Seeing End-to-End?

The difference is immense. A “fetus” (Ubar) sees from one end to the other because it nullifies itself, and thus its experiences do not overwhelm it. In contrast, someone thrown in a catapult moves between extremes and becomes entangled in them. Every state dominates them and immerses them completely.

A fetus is unaffected because it possesses a screen (Masach). It passes through extreme states without being controlled by them. However, those in a catapult are ruled by each state and demonstrate their weakness and helplessness.

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