Editing Sefiras HaMalchus (section)

== Malchus D'Klipah ==
Sefiras HaMalchus of klipah is called "dust particles," in contrast to earth which is a reference to Malchus D'Atzilus. The dust particles - Malchus D'Klipah, even though it descends from Malchus D'Atzilus, retains only minimal life force, like dust gathered from the filth of house floors by a broom or like dust remaining from fire (ash) which does not grow like earth.

In divine service, this represents the acceptance of the yoke of the opposing side - becoming like a threshold that is trampled upon. Meaning, even though one knows and understands how they should be and knows their situation is not good - they don't find in themselves the strength and courage to stand against the current (since they lack holy strength, having only minimal life force), and nullify themselves due to social pressure and fear of "what will the nations say."