The yetzer hara [evil inclination] corresponds in size to the G-dly soul. The bigger the G-dly soul, the bigger the yetzer hara.
The Ohr HaMeir says that in life there are certain people who have it easy. Everything goes smooth for them and no obstacles stand in their way. They think that they have reached perfection, they are on top of the world.
On the other hand some people cannot catch a break. Every time they make a move something goes wrong. Are they traveling on the wrong road?
The Ohr HaMeir explains with a Mashal. If someone is traveling on the road carrying a sack of wheat husks, his trip is easy. He can travel wherever he wants, for as long as he wants, feeling secure and knowing no one will rob him of his goods.
However, if he is carrying a satchel of precious stones he sweats every step, knowing that he is a hunted man.
Dovid HaMelech says in L'Dovid Hashem Ori [Tehilim 27:3] "Im Takum Alai Milchama B'Zos Ani Botei'ach" - if the enemy is constantly attacking me, in this I find confidence. Why?
If my path in life was devoid of any value I would not encounter constant resistance from the Yetzer Hara. The fact that there is an obstacle in my path at every turn is a sign that I, my actions, goals, and ambitions are very valuable. So valuable that the Yetzer Hara is throwing all his resources at me to stop from accomplishing my dreams.
Original article appeared at Revach L'Nshama, a website which sadly no longer exists.
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Thank you for this explanation. It has meant much to me
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