Judaism & Contradictions
My tradition loves seeming contradictions. The holiday of Sukkot is a perfect example. We call it a joyous time but …
Category Archives: Day of Atonement
Words That Sting; Creeks That Rise
My mother often used the expression, “God willing and the creek don’t rise.” It was simple and effective. It acknowledged …
The Poetry of Tears
When I first became a rabbi I was taken aback by people who cried during services. I didn’t know what …
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