In various passages, when sages of the Zohar weep, it often signifies their deep yearning for spiritual connection or understanding. For instance, when a sage weeps over the destruction of the Temple, it’s not just a lament for the physical loss but also for the spiritual disconnection it represents.
This type of weeping is seen as a profound expression of the soul’s desire to return to its divine source, reflecting the Kabbalistic belief in the soul’s journey and its yearning for reunification with the divine.