Dear all,
During the Festival of Purim, Jews read Megillat Esther, the biblical scroll that recounts the survival of our people from near annihilation in ancient Persia. The story teaches about how one man (Haman) wanted to kill all the Jews because of his hatred toward one particular man (Mordechai). The story also teaches how one woman (Esther) found the right moment to stand up, speak out, and ultimately reverse the plan.
For the Jewish People, Purim is our story of recognizing the right audience, place, and moment to make our voices shatter darkness.
It’s not always easy.
How do we know who will listen with a full heart?
How do we know where our safe spaces are?
And how do we know when the right opportunity is?
When the world is filled with chaos – our voices mean something, and we can make a difference,
Yes, finding the right moment in time can be a challenge. So we keep our focus, recognize our vision, and reshape the future though our perseverance.
Go find your time!
Chag Purim Sameach!
Rabbi Zach Shapiro
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