Rabbi's Corner

Message from the Rabbi

The maiden was very beautiful... She went down to the spring, filled her jar, and came up. The servant ran toward her and said, “Please, let me sip a little water from your jar.”  “Drink, my lord,” she said, and she quickly lowered her jar upon her hand and let him drink. (Genesis 24:16-18)

On Broadway (not the road on which our synagogue resides) there are actors who are called a triple threat.  They can sing, dance and act.  However, the show A Chorus Line, in a colorful way, points out looks are important as well.  With finding a partner, there must also be an initial attraction.  Yet our reading tells us there must be more.  Chemistry is important but character is invaluable. 

For some it is intellect, for some it is a sense of humor.  In our story the characteristic of kindness and compassion reign supreme.  Recognizing where others have been and what they are going through is the foundation of a sustainable relationship.  Honestly, looks come and go.  The true nature of a person rarely changes.  So look for the kind people in the world and then surround yourself with them.    

Finish Strong
This week after Shabbat Services please join me for an open conversation about Israel. 
We all need a safe place to share our thoughts and feelings about the war in Israel right now.  Our synagogue is that place and after services on Shabbat is that time.  Please join us.