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The Speak Chorus Torah Project: Building a Community of Holy Midrash Tellers

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What do you get when you mix poetry, flash mob, traditional and modern midrash and commentary with a […]

kolaleph May 7, 2013 ALEPH Kallah, General Interest, Learning Opportunties

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

Paddling the Moose River With Rabbi Shefa Gold

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Imagine yourself surrounded by pristine wilderness with the soothing sounds of a gently flowing stream, the haunting calls […]

kolaleph May 7, 2013 General Interest, Learning Opportunties

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

A More Compassionate World: Renewal Reflections on Boston

by Rabbi David Ingber This week, we watched again as an act of unspeakable brutality was committed against […]

heymishjanice April 19, 2013 General Interest, Justice, Justice, Shall You Run After..., Renewal Communities

Eco Mezuzahs for Earth Day

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“The fullness of the earth is G!D’s glory!” Next Monday is not an official Jewish holiday, but perhaps […]

kolaleph April 17, 2013 Artworks, General Interest, Justice, Justice, Shall You Run After...

Kallah Registrations Setting Brisk Pace

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Kallah registrations are pouring in- 0ver 250 souls have registered so far, and we are well ahead of […]

kolaleph April 17, 2013 ALEPH Kallah, General Interest, Learning Opportunties

Renewing Renewal: Davvenen at Kallah

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by Mark Novak Davvening at Kallah is always a smorgasbord of opportunities, and this year’s line-up offers some new perspectives […]

heymishjanice April 17, 2013 ALEPH Kallah, General Interest, Learning Opportunties, Reb Zalman, Renewal Communities

Renewal Rabbis Make Forward’s “Most Inspiring” List!

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Everyone who has a “rebbe” thinks that their rabbi is the most inspiring teacher, rabbi , person in […]

kolaleph April 10, 2013 General Interest, The Rabbi Is In!

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