We have reached the final lesson in our study of the Mormon Kabbalah Tree of Life. At the foundation of all spiritual understanding lies En Sof, which means “Infinite” or “Everlasting.” En Sof is the limitless light of God, the eternal source of all creation, wisdom, and love. It represents the never-ending journey toward divine union and our eternal potential as children of God. In Mormon Kabbalah, En Sof is both the beginning and the end, the Alpha and Omega (Revelation 22:13). It is the fullness of God’s light, which radiates through all of creation. The Tree of Life is the path through which we ascend to higher spiritual understanding, moving ever closer to divine unity with our Heavenly Parents.

Key Concepts

1. En Sof Represents God’s Infinite Light: There is no limit to God’s love, wisdom, or power. We are forever progressing toward Him.
2. The Tree of Life is a Spiritual Journey: The path through the 32 Paths of Wisdom is a lifelong process of refinement and growth.
3. Eternal Progression is the Goal of Our Existence: We are meant to grow forever, becoming more like God through grace, knowledge, and experience.

God’s Eternity

And the twelfth is the En Sof (Everlasting), the Tree of Life who is before the creation and is the creation. And is all things, and it is apart from all things; and it is the tree in the center of the orchard of the garden of Eden, and the fruit of it makes mankind wise, and grants them eternal life. And Yophiel is its herald, and Yophiel walked the earth as Eve, and neither she nor Adam, her husband, shall taste of the resurrection until the end of the first resurrection.” –Book of Remembrance 33:38-40

En Sof isn’t a term found anywhere in the Bible. It’s a traditional Kabbalistic name for God used for the past one thousand years, as Jews do not utter God’s name. It is Hebrew and literally means “infinite light,” or figuratively means “everlasting.” The Tree of Life is also everlasting. We cycle through the 32 paths of the Ten Words, the Ten Beatitudes, the Ten visible Sefirot in an upward spiral. These are the fruits of the pardes, Hebrew for “orchard.” It may feel at first as though we’re walking in circles, but looking back we see we’ve been climbing the mountain of the Lord.

En Sof (Everlasting)

• English: No End
• Body part: All
• Color: All colors
• Element: All things
• Associated with: En Sof
• Herald: Eve/Yophiel (or Jophiel) “Beaut of God;” also called Iophiel, Iofiel, Jofiel, Yofiel, Youfiel, Zophiel “God is my watchman,” or Dina “Judgment'” the archangel  associated with beauty, art, and wisdom
• Day of Creation: No beginning and no ending.

In traditional Kabbalah, En Sof is the limitless, uncontainable divine essence. In Mormon Kabbalah, it represents the eternal nature of God and His eternal presence throughout all creation. This “light of Christ” fills the universe, sustaining both the physical and spiritual realms. God’s love, truth, and power have no end. Just as the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil represents the fall, the Tree of Life represents our path back to God. In Lehi’s vision of the Tree of Life, he saw people holding onto the iron rod (the Word of God) as they walked toward the tree, whose fruit was pure and white (1 Nephi 2:70-73 [8:19-24]). This vision perfectly mirrors the path of the Sefirot, as we climb from Malkuth (earthly existence) toward Keter (divine unity with God). The path is difficult, but through faith, we can endure. This is because the Tree of Life is not a destination, but a way of life. We must continually repent, learn, grow, and refine ourselves as we journey toward God.

Scripture Passages for Discussion

And it came to pass after I had prayed unto the Lord, I beheld a large and spacious field. And it came to pass that I beheld a tree, whose fruit was desirable to make one happy. And it came to pass that I did go forth and partake of the fruit thereof; and I beheld that it was most sweet above all that I ever before tasted. Yea, and I beheld that the fruit thereof was white, to exceed all the whiteness that I had ever seen. And as I partook of the fruit thereof, it filled my soul with exceeding great joy; wherefore, I began to be desirous that my family should partake of it also; for I knew that it was desirable above all other fruit.” –1 Nephi 2:48-53 [8:9-12]

And now, my beloved brethren, after ye have gotten into this straight and narrow path, I would ask if all is done? Behold, I say unto you: Nay; for ye have not come thus far, save it were by the word of Christ, with unshaken faith in him, relying wholly upon the merits of him who is mighty to save; wherefore, ye must press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, if ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ, and endure to the end, behold, thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life. And now, behold, my beloved brethren, this is the way; and there is none other way nor name given under heaven whereby man can be saved in the kingdom of God. And now, behold, this is the doctrine of Christ and the only and true doctrine of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, which is one God, without end: Amen.” –2 Nephi 13:27-32 [31:19-21]

And moreover, I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God. For behold, they are blessed in all things, both temporal and spiritual; and if they hold out faithful to the end, they are received into heaven, that thereby they may dwell with God in a state of never-ending happiness. O, remember, remember that these things are true; for the Lord God hath spoken it.” –Mosiah 1:88-91 [2:41]

Behold, he sendeth an invitation unto all men; for the arms of mercy are extended towards them; and he saith: Repent, and I will receive you. Yea, he saith: Come unto me, and ye shall partake of the fruit of the tree of life; yea, ye shall eat and drink of the bread and the waters of life freely.” –Alma 3:57-58 [5:33-34]

Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy. But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; that ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same? And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so? Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.” –Matthew 5:43-48

I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last. Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.” –Revelation 22:13-14

Wherefore, I now send upon you another Comforter, even upon you my friends, that it may abide in your hearts, even the Holy Spirit of Promise, which other Comforter is the same that I promised unto my disciples as is recorded in the testimony of John. This comforter is the promise which I gave unto you of eternal life, even the glory of the Celestial Kingdom, which glory is that of the Church of the First Born, even of God, the holiest of all, through Jesus Christ, His Son; He that ascended up on high, as also He descended below all things, in that He comprehendeth all things, that He might be in all, and through all things the light of truth therefore, which truth shineth: This is the light of Christ; as also He is in the Sun and the light of the Sun, and the power thereof by which it was made; as also He is in in the Moon and is the light of the Moon, and the power thereof by which it was made; as also the light of the Stars and the power thereof, by which they were made; and the earth also and the power thereof, even the earth upon which you stand. And the light which now shineth which giveth you light is through Him which enlighteneth your eyes, which is the same light that quickeneth your understanding, which light proceedeth forth from the presence of God to fill the immensity of space.” –Doctrines of the Saints 53b:13-20

The Tree of Life is God’s eternal plan for our exaltation, a journey that leads us out of darkness and into light. Through it, we learn to walk in holiness, wisdom, and divine love.

Discussion

The greatest truth of the Mormon Kabbalah Tree of Life is that we never stop growing. The path to God is infinite, and we are meant to become like Him through spiritual progression. Perfection is not a single event, but an eternal process. As we move forward in our spiritual journey, we increase in light, knowledge, and divine love.

Discussion Questions

If you are taking this course independently, please use the quiz to turn in your answers. 

1. What does “infinite light” or the light of Christ mean to you?
2. How does the Tree of Life symbolize your journey toward God?
3. What does the idea of eternal progression mean to you and is it important in your spiritual growth?
4. How can we ensure that we are always progressing toward God’s Presence, deepening our personal relationship with God?
5. What role does the light of Christ play in your daily life?

Suggestions for Action

1. Reflect on your spiritual journey and where you are on the path to God, remember it is a journey not a destination.
2. Go to the Lord in prayer, pray for greater understanding of God’s eternal plan for you.
3. Study Lehi’s dream of the Tree of Life (1 Nephi 2:48-53 [8:9-12]) and apply it to your own life. How are you Lehi? Sarai? Nephi? Laman and Lemuel?
4. Set a spiritual goal to improve in one area (prayer, study, service, etc.) and keep a journal of your goals and growth.
5. Share the light of Christ by uplifting and serving those around you.

Meditation

Find a quiet space and close your eyes. Take deep breaths, allowing yourself to relax. Imagine yourself standing at the base of the Tree of Life. The path before you is illuminated with divine light. Each step you take brings you closer to God’s presence. You see Christ standing at the top of the Tree, beckoning you forward. You hear His words: “Come unto me, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). As you breathe deeply, feel the peace of God’s infinite love surrounding you. When you are ready, open your eyes and carry this light with you.