A wolf or a lion - The Beis Hamikdash is called both. A fascinating insight from the Rebbe Maharash.

Remarkable and fascinating piece about three prophets who referred to the concept that the Jewish people were being “unfaithful” and “isolated” from the Divine source. We were in our wild years, misbehaving and in a state of degradation and disgrace in darkness.

“I will take the Jews into Golas.” Hashem was speaking about what he said to Noah about no more floods. Hashem does not want to do something bad. Yet, we force Him with our actions to do things. G-d wishes that he could take it back. It’s a terrible situation that the Jews are separating themselves from Hashem. HE wants to bring about a permanent Redemption when we are ready.