Here we examine the 'People of Israel' (in Israel and outside of Israel) -- as we continue to take a closer look at the (long and arduous journey) of the Jewish people, "homeward bound" Jarring notation on the words bound and bond: or perhaps we could also understand this as "to be bound up in … [Read more...]

Joy, Memory and Loss A Jewish homeland, a Jewish mother, a son, and a mingling emotional Joy and emotional Sorrow Israeli Memorial Day Yom HaZikaron 2023 / יוֹם הַזִּכָּרוֹן 5783 Israeli Memorial Day remembers those who died in the War of Independence along with all those who have given their … [Read more...]

An essay, or a gnawing thought, for our consideration: Did it really happen -- who tells this story (who listens) -- and how it is used . . . (* see note from the Haggadah at very bottom of this page) A 'retelling of a story' is especially critical when the 'retelling' itself demands that we … [Read more...]

Here reminding us of the conclusion of the Passover Seder: "Next Year in Jerusalem" When we found ourselves trapped in a never-ending cycle of "Exile and Return" we said this: "If I forget thee Oh Jerusalem" Now we say this: "We have returned unto you, oh Zion" L’Chaim OG and Yedidia Jaiat … [Read more...]