The Torah is not simply a text of instruction. It is not a book like other books. Yes, it's true that the Torah is content that is used both practically and academically, but the words contained therein have a particular spark to them.
Each Passuk, story or idea brought down is pumping with the energy of that idea. As the Mekubalim explain, each Passuk or series of Psukim has a particular name of Hashem hinted within its letters. When one knows how to identify these Sheimos and implement their energy, powerful Kabalistic applications come about - directly related to the topic of the Passuk at hand.
However, most of us are not Kabbalists. So how can we tap into that supernatural buzz that hides behind the words? The Arizal taught that if someone is finding it difficult to refrain from a particular sin, he should repeat to himself the words of the Passuk where Am Yisrael is commanded to keep away from it. This mantra-esque technique draws down the internal power of the Passuk and infuses the person with the inspiration needed to persevere.
For example, if someone is having a hard time not looking at something inappropriate, he should repeat to himself the words, "ולא תתורו אחרי לבבכם ואחרי עיניכם". Doing so will empower him to divert his eyes to something holier.
The same is true of doing a Mitzvah. If it's hard to get out of the house for Minchah, one can repeat to himself the words "ועבדתם את ה' אלוקיכם" which is the source for the Mitzvah of Tefilah.
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