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A Moment in Time: Embracing the Angels of Life this Passover

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April 8, 2020
Dear all,
I’m certain that as we observe the Seder rituals this year, the joyful reading of the Haggadah will be tempered by the realities of our day. And I would imagine that when we get to the section of the Ten Plagues, we will not be quite so cavalier when we read about the Angel of Death and the slaying of the first born.
It’s as though the Haggadah were written for our own time. Yes, we all recognize the Angel of Death today.
But are we also recognizing the Angels of Life?
During this week of Passover, please be in contact with those putting their lives on the line to help keep us safe.
Reach out to those in the health care field – who are on the front line.
Reach out to those working in essential businesses.
Reach out to elected officials and their staff.
Reach out to firefighters EMTs and police officers.
These are the Angels of Life.
These are the ambassadors of tomorrow.
These are the people who we celebrate at this incredible moment in time.
Ron, Eli, Maya, and I wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and safe Passover.
L’shalom,
Rabbi Zach Shapiro
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