In a world that doesn’t know how to rest, Shabbat can offer a haven that is more than simply dozing. In a society filled with loneliness, Shabbat provides the structure to build community, to nurture families, and to comfort individuals.
We would do well to remember the many ways we Jews continue to enjoy a unique and positive role in America, and to use that asset for the benefit of all.
As we curve into 5785, may this holy season birth a time of greater peace, deeper spirit, more vital learning, more grateful living.
Rosh Hashanah celebrates the birthday of the world. It is the quintessential affirmation of life itself.
Shavuot reminds us that we as a community must, despite the challenges, continue to lean into curiosity, possibility, compassion, and love.
Jews realize not only that we cannot hide, but that we no longer want to.
Don’t give up hope, dear ones. Don’t walk away. Don’t turn this struggle into a “one-people-has-to-lose-for-the-other-people-to-win.”
Today I want to reach out to my Palestinian friends and to their would-be defenders. I want to say that particularly as a Jew, I resonate with your anguish.
You’ve always been with me, always supportive and encouraging. But now I feel an existential divide, and I know you’d be open to hearing about it.
