RAV KOOK ON Naso Part 2: Three Priestly Blessings

Birkat Cohanim Aaron and his descendants, the kohanim, were commanded to bless the Jewish people with three special blessings: “Speak to Aaron and his sons, saying: This is how you must bless the Israelites. Say to them: • May God bless you and watch over you. • May God’s Presence enlighten you and bestow grace to you. • May God lift His face toward you and grant you peace.” (Num. 6:23-26) The third blessing in particular needs clarification. What does it mean that God will “lift His face toward you"?