Community has always been the center of my Jewish identity. And yet, as an ecologist, I have come to know and study community as something far broader than narrow institutionalized groups.
I often find that Shabbat is the Jewish practice that helps me deepen my connections to my "neighborhood" and to the larger more-than-human ecosystem. Specifically, Shabbat dinner and the practice of actively resting (which is often accompanied by contemplating) are good for this.
I am impressed by your writing and intellect. I was also very touched by many parts of this piece. One of my favorite lines was, “To live is to commune with one’s environment – and every living environment is full of other lives whom our actions will inevitably shape. “ I look forward to reading and learning more from you.
I often find that Shabbat is the Jewish practice that helps me deepen my connections to my "neighborhood" and to the larger more-than-human ecosystem. Specifically, Shabbat dinner and the practice of actively resting (which is often accompanied by contemplating) are good for this.
Jordan,
I am impressed by your writing and intellect. I was also very touched by many parts of this piece. One of my favorite lines was, “To live is to commune with one’s environment – and every living environment is full of other lives whom our actions will inevitably shape. “ I look forward to reading and learning more from you.
All my best,
Kristi
That was also my favorite line!
Excellent! Well done! ib