Ai Why and how the whole is greater than its parts.

In this text, Rabbi Shlomo Ezagui explores the concept of emergence, where the unification of separate parts creates a collective entity far more powerful than its individual components. Drawing parallels between nuclear physics and Jewish mysticism, the author explains that just as subatomic particles release 'binding energy' to form stable atoms, human beings generate divine light and spiritual strength through communal connection. He highlights the minyan, or prayer quorum, as a primary example of how ten distinct souls transform into a single collective consciousness capable of hosting the Divine Presence. This principle challenges the modern focus on individualism, suggesting that personal identity is actually enhanced rather than diminished when one integrates into a larger community. Ultimately, the source argues that unity is a fundamental law of both the physical and spiritual worlds, leading to greater stability, purpose, and joy.