These two discrete observances and terms of the ancients evoke in me a feeling and sense of knowing that transcends our current understanding of time and space. It seems that, now, we need that awakening of being and intuition more than ever.
Rosh Hashanah occurs on the first and second days of Tishri. In Hebrew, Rosh Hashanah means, literally, “head of the year” or “first of the year.” Rosh Hashanah is commonly known as the Jewish New Year. This name is somewhat deceptive, because there is little similarity between Rosh Hashanah, one of the holiest days of the year, and the American midnight drinking bash and daytime football game.
To my brothers and sisters of the Nashville Jewish clan, that brought this gentile prodigal son (at least my current carnal life) into your hearts, homes and community; I will forever be grateful for your comfort, teaching and love – the greatest of these was and continues to be your love.
In honor of this holy time I have dipped apple into honey and cast breadcrumbs into the flowing stream – wishing each of us all the taste of new beginnings and the joy of letting go of things outlived.
In this same time of reverie the Indian Sanskrit word, Sahasrara, pours down in a golden glow reminding of the ancient Upanishads pointing to the divine realization – unity.
Blessings on us all, near and far, here and beyond, now and forever.
Happy Head of the Year!
Life Love God 