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Category Archive: Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

Contemporary and liturgical poetry and prayers

Kol ALEPH presents: Words to Inspire

G*d Loves Me © Joy Krauthammer Outlining a radiant heart to fill with intense red and purple is exciting […]

noachdzmura June 5, 2013 Artworks, Books, General Interest, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

Reflections from the Artist’s Studio

Editor’s note:  Each month we feature the Judaica-themed work of an artist affiliated with the Jewish Renewal movement. […]

artistmarlene June 5, 2013 Artworks, Books, General Interest, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

ALEPH Kallah 2013 presents: ‘Embodying Torah’ with Rabbi Diane Elliot

Rabbi Diane Elliot gestures in the air, with the words 'Embody Torah' photoshopped between her outstretched hands
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There are a few precious spaces left in Rabbi Diane Elliot’s offering for Kallah 2013, ‘Embodying Torah.’ For […]

noachdzmura May 22, 2013 ALEPH Kallah, Learning Opportunties, Movement Leaders' Training Program, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

Aishet Chayil: Woman of Valor

"An accomplished woman, who can find? Her value is far beyond pearls." This image is an expression of a 3,000 year old hymn outlining the all-encompassing virtues of a woman of valor. The Book of Proverbs concludes with this 22 versed, acrostic poem. The conclusion of the hymn states that a woman's deeds are the ultimate testimony to her greatness. Traditionally, Aishet Chayil is recited in Jewish homes when Shabbat is welcomed on Friday evening. This tribute is often interpreted as a metaphor for the Sabbath Queen, the Torah, the Shechina (G-d's feminine aspect) and the soul. The multi-layered orb represents the depth of a woman of valor with her many accomplishments and abilities. Pearls are found throughout the design to remind us of the value of such a woman. They also form the top of a crown, alluding to the Sabbath Queen as well as the author, King Solomon. The flowing lines remind us that life, strength and spirituality flow through this source, a woman of valor. In contrast to the lyrical movement, the vertical shafts in red anchor the woman to the ultimate source, Adonai.
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  “An accomplished woman, who can find? Her value is far beyond pearls.”   This image is an […]

artistmarlene May 7, 2013 Artworks, General Interest, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

Waiting to Unfold: Poems by Reb Rachel Barenblat

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  Waiting to Unfold offers an unflinching and honest look at the challenges and blessings of early parenthood. […]

kolaleph May 7, 2013 Books, General Interest, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

Prayer after the Bombing

A Prayer After the Boston Marathon Bombing PRAYER AFTER THE BOMBING Plant your feet firmly on the ground, […]

heymishjanice April 19, 2013 General Interest, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers, Renewal Communities

The Divine Entanglement

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By Gilla Nissan Looking at NASA’s documentaries we get a deep impression of an elegant universe in constant […]

kolaleph April 1, 2013 Artworks, Learning Opportunties, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

Kavannot for Pesach Chanting

Piyyutim by Annie Matan Gilbert 1. Min Hametzar God, have you forgotten me? I have forgotten how to […]

kolaleph March 13, 2013 General Interest, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

Purim: Feast Of Lots

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By Marlene Burns PURIM: FEAST OF LOTS This image is an expression of the festive Jewish holiday called […]

artistmarlene February 20, 2013 Artworks, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers, Purim

God and God’s Name, Part 2: Endlessness and the Light of Ein Sof.

 By Gilla Nissan The two forces of The Creator and the creation are known in Kabbalistic terms as […]

kolaleph February 20, 2013 General Interest, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

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