“It is chronic leprosy on the skin of his body, and the priest shall pronounce him unclean; he need not isolate him, for he is unclean.” (Leviticus 13:11)
This sentence is packed with so many lessons about illness and community. The phrase “need not isolate” is significant. Isolation is something we have all felt in the past year. The pain and suffering of isolation has softened because of a variety of technologies. Yet we still need human contact.
Reports of the rapid decline of religious affiliation in America remain a concern for all in the faith community. We must push ourselves to recommit to our community. Therefore, I invite you back and start with Shabbat morning services.
