by YaakovNathan on Mon Jul 21, 2008 12:51 am
Our Sages identify Pinchas with Eliyahu, the prophet who will announce the redemption. It is possible that Eliyahu has already come and has seen the coming of the Mashiach, but that his announcement has not reached us as of yet. The ultimate redemption is unique, for when it comes, it will come in a complete and total manner. In this, we see a contrast to the other redemptions from exile. The previous redemptions came in stages, while the future redemption will be immediate and total.
Sicha of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, 18th Day of Tammuz, 5751
http://www.sichosinenglish.org/books/si ... /49/06.htm