Genesis 1:13

The number three leads us to the Sefirah of Tiferet, which represents beauty, harmony, and balance. This divine manifestation balances the energies of Chesed (mercy) and Gevurah (strength), teaching us the importance of fostering that state of harmony in our lives, a harmony that, when viewed from the divine perspective, is perfect.

This is why the third day suggests the stabilization of creation with the appearance of vegetation and fruit-bearing trees, giving the physical world that order from the spiritual realm, thus completing a cycle within the biblical narrative. It is important to note that evening, as a period of concealment, calls us to introspection and preparation, while morning symbolizes a time of revelation, clarity, and action.

Transitioning from the cycle of darkness to light is part of our natural and ongoing process, and that transformation reflects our integral growth. For this, it is necessary to go through moments of introspection, where we reconnect with ourselves and with the Creator through prayer, and thus, thanks to prayer, we gradually find illumination—initially of our understanding, our consciousness, and our experiences in this world, where every action must move from unconscious execution to the conscious will to carry it out.

The number three in gematria is associated with the value of the letter ג (gimel), symbolizing fullness and stability in creation. This number also represents firmness and the confirmation of something, like a faithful witness or a solid covenant. This is why "Yom Shelishi" (Third Day) reiterates that a fundamental cycle of creation has been completed.

The third day, in which the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit— manifested fully on this earth after the crucifixion of our Lord Jesus Christ and His descent into the underworld of death, carries a message of consolidation, where what was previously created begins to manifest fully. For believers, this represents the moment when our intentions and efforts start to bear visible fruit, consolidating our spiritual and material growth.

The association of the third day with Tiferet invites us to seek balance and harmony in our lives, aligning our desires, thoughts, emotions, interactions, and relationships with that divine intention of unity. This leads us to seek our true purpose in our deepest values, thus distancing ourselves from all selfish, mercantile expectations and illusions that prevent us from understanding the universal balance between mercy and justice, between the spiritual and the material.

Our cycle of darkness has ended with the revealing light of our Lord Jesus Christ's love. Therefore, we are called to make that conscious transition from our evening, where we remain asleep, to the morning, where we awaken by His side, thanks to the faith that should also be reflected in our personal growth. This growth overcomes the challenges and worldly uncertainties to reach the clarity that signifies our divine purpose.

Everything we experience in this life cycle is necessary for our development. Hence the importance of our perseverance and patience, which plant the trust for His light to begin to grow and shape us within a process that requires earthly time for our fraternal and service-oriented intentions to produce tangible results. We are living in a third day of expansion and growth, in which the Creator's goodness unfolds in the physical world.

In the Kabbalistic tradition, time is not merely a linear succession of moments, but a series of divine opportunities for the perfection of the human being. The transition from morning to afternoon and night can be understood as a representation of different phases of the life process and spiritual development.

Morning: Represents the beginning, creation, and light of consciousness. In Kabbalah, morning is associated with the awakening of the soul to divinity, the beginning of a cycle of growth, knowledge, and spiritual awareness. It is a time of clarity and receiving the initial blessings, the "or" or divine light. This is the moment when creative energies, like the rising sun, manifest and grant an opportunity for new possibilities. In terms of Gematria, morning can symbolize the letters and combinations that have to do with the "Yod" (the spark of creation) or the initial letters of words that symbolize the beginning of the spiritual process.

Evening: Represents the process of manifestation and action. It is a time when the morning light (the initial energy) begins to materialize in reality, but it is also the time when shadows begin to appear, symbolizing challenges, trials, and difficulties. In Kabbalah, evening is a time of balance between light and darkness, a period of maturation and integration. Souls must work to not be overcome by difficulties, but rather see them as opportunities for spiritual growth. The "Shekhinah," the divine presence that dwells in the world, is a concept also associated with evening, as it is the time when divinity begins to descend and draw closer to humanity.

Night: This is a time of rest, introspection, and transformation. At night, the soul has the opportunity to reflect on the day, integrate what it has learned, and connect with mystery and stillness. In Kabbalah, night represents the state of "Tzimtzum," the withdrawal of divine light so that creation can exist in an empty space. Night is the time when darkness may seem to prevail, but it is precisely in this darkness that the seeds of the next day's light are gestating. It is also a time of purification, when the soul can process and transform the negative energies accumulated during the day.

The passage of time, represented by the transition between morning, afternoon, and night, reflects the process of integral human growth. From pure, creative energy (morning), through the action and challenges of manifestation (evening), to reflection and transformation in stillness (night), each phase has a purpose and a lesson. In every moment of the day, we are given opportunities to learn, grow, and transform.

Kabbalah teaches that both light and darkness are necessary for the process of perfection. Morning represents the light of divine wisdom, while afternoon and night teach us the importance of shadows, challenges, and trials. The cycle of the day teaches us that both aspects are part of our human experience and that we must learn to embrace both to achieve inner balance.

The Kabbalistic concept of "tikkun" (correction) teaches us that time is a tool for our spiritual correction. Each day is an opportunity to correct our actions, thoughts, and emotions, and thus draw us closer to divinity. The cycle of the day reminds us that our time on earth is not eternal, so every moment is valuable for our growth.

The night, in its apparent darkness, is not only a time of physical rest, but a space for spiritual transformation. Rest at night allows the soul to renew itself and prepare for a new cycle at dawn, symbolizing the constant opportunity to restart, learn, and evolve.

The cycle of the day (morning, afternoon, and night) in Kabbalah and Gematria is a reflection of the internal cycles of spiritual growth and transformation. It invites us to use every moment of life—every instant of time—as an opportunity to elevate ourselves and connect with the divine, embracing both the light and the darkness that make up our experience.