Posts tagged Spring
This week we witness the rebirth and beauty of spring.

This week we witness the rebirth and beauty of spring. For many of us, it is most welcome. For some with allergies, Oy! This Shabbat is also Earth Day! Of course, every Shabbat is an earth day, when we traditionally refrain from disturbing the earth, no plowing, planting, cutting, harvesting etc… to be in harmony with the natural world.

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Today and tomorrow are Rosh Chodesh Adar

Today and tomorrow are Rosh Chodesh Adar. Our sages teach us that “when the month of Adar arrives, our joy increases.” We can all use more joy, Simcha, in our lives. The month of Adar encourages us to go in that direction. In two weeks, we celebrate Purim, when we are also called to find joy in providing for those in need, Matanot L’Evyonim, and to bring gifts of goodies, Shaloch Manos, to our neighbors and friends. Astrologically, we’re in Pisces, and fish are a sign of blessing and fruitfulness. During this month we begin planting bulbs and early spring vegetables and we, increasingly, witness the rebirth of life all around us. Simcha, joy!

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