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Originally Posted by mike3reynolds
I know that the Zohar talks quite a bit about the Shekinah, but I'm wondering if it is a wide spread belief in Judaism? If so, has anyone here experienced the Shekinah or known anyone who has contact with the Shekinah?
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Asking if we believe in the Shekinah is like asking if we believe in ourselves to bring about G-d's presence here on Earth. According to the Torah, our mission is to make a dwelling place for G-d in the physical.
Many Jews have experienced the Shekinah. Both individually (the Prophets) and collectively (when we received the Torah at Mt. Sinai). When the Temple was standing, there was a resting place for the Shekinah on Earth. The third Temple, may it be built speedily in our days, will be a manifestation of the Shekinah permanently existing on Earth.
I'm not sure if you understand what you are asking with your question... Why are you looking to find a Jew who has experienced the Shekinah?
-esther