The Day After
“Every day is Oct. 8.”
Rabbi Chaim Steinmetz is the Senior Rabbi of Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun in New York.
Laughter is found in the darkest moments, and tears at the peak of joy.
It seems like the golden calf was supposed to be both a god and a leader.
The ritual of Shiva and the prayers of Yizkor and Kaddish all articulate the same idea: we must continue to remember those whom we love.
When the rest of the world turns its back on IDF, we will be there for them.
For years, I wondered if I could ever experience something like the encounter at Sinai; when would I feel the ground tremble with divine inspiration?
What continues to hold the flag high are the people, who are filled with dedication.
Bitter herbs may be ever-present, but so is redemption.
Even if it seems foolish, we must advocate for each hostage, and cry for every soldier.