Tania for all part 1

The Tanya is a classic work of Hasidic thought written by Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Liadi (1745-1812), known as the Alter Rebbe. The first part deals mainly with the structure of the Jew's soul, his deep relationship with Hashem, the Jew's life conflict, and how to have enthusiasm, desire, and joy in serving Hashem. The general message is that every Jew can serve Hashem (G‑d) wholeheartedly and enthusiastically, using his thought, word and deed. The Alter Rebbe quotes a verse from the Torah (Devarim 30:14): "For this thing is too close to you, in your mouth and in your heart, to do it." The Torah says "very close", that is, it is really possible to become a "middle man".