If I have to pick a favorite time of year, THIS would be it. The light seems brighter. The glow of the sun through the brilliant colors of fall makes us want to hold on a little longer to the season past. The air is crisp and beckoning warm cozy things and comfort foods.
We can hide some of our indiscretions now after having to “bare all” during the warm summer days.
For many, it is a time of new beginnings, a harvest, enjoying a taste of sweetness to bring in a new year. And a time of quiet reflection and solemn rememberance.
“Yom Kippur has times of exaltation and times when attention wanders. There are greater and lesser moments – impressive, major moments when, in the language of the liturgy, it almost appears that “the great trumpet is sounded”. There are also moments when, amazingly, all is quiet, and “the still, small voice is heard”. There is eloquence in silence, when the world does not exist, and we quietly, serenely, confront ourselves and our own souls. There are times to be silent, and times to speak – to say words that are caring, not callous; words that are considerate, not cruel; words that are pure, not pornographic; words that are peaceful, not provocative. Let the silence tell us what to say; let the power of speech say it and let us help to make the world a better place.”
Rabbi Dr. Raymond Apple
From me and my loved ones, to you and yours, I am wishing you health, hope and love for the coming new season.
Good Yontiff!
xo Jac
