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With G-d's Blessing

The new name Yisrael was given to Yaakov by the angel, signifying that he had reached the level of angels. This strength remains in every Jew, as all worlds depend on their actions. The Zohar explains that the verse "He will send His angels to protect you" refers to both the good and evil inclinations, as every internal desire is an energy from Hashem, sent into this world for a specific purpose, and these energies are called malachim (angels). There are different types of malachim: those from Eretz Yisrael and those from outside. During the weekdays, when work is permitted, our mission is to purify and reveal the hidden life force in mundane matters, which are the malachim of chutz la’aretz. Rashi says Yaakov sent real malachim to Eisav, implying they were hidden as malachim from chutz la’aretz, taking on physical dimensions. On Shabbat, the concept of malachim from Eretz Yisrael is revealed through Bnei Yisrael's true desires and excitement, elevating everything. Malachim, or messengers, are used for tasks distant from the sender. This explains why mitzvot create malachim, as they occur in the physical realm. When the original intention is fulfilled, the messenger returns to the sender. The life force in everything is this angel helping to complete Hashem's will. Thus, "He will command His malachim for you" means that these angels assist a person in elevating actions from their physical element to their divine source.

"And You said, 'I will surely do good to you...'" This teaches that a person should not request based on their own understanding but should instead seek to fulfill Hashem's will, for that is truly the best.

After enduring 20 years with Lavan, battling Eisav’s angel, and surviving his encounter with Eisav, Yaakov arrives in Shechem "shalem" (whole). This state of completion arises from overcoming his trials, embodying the verse, "A tzaddik falls seven times and gets up." The Zohar explains this through "Many are the misfortunes of the tzaddik" (Psalms 34:20), indicating that these misfortunes refine and actualize his righteousness. The continuation, "Hashem will save him from them all," means that these trials elevate and perfect him.