Teachings Archive

The mystics teach that the flames of Chanukah echo from the beginning of creation and send forth lights of  chen — grace — pure love, freely given.

We are not here alone. We are in this moment because of every decision made by those who came before us.

The Mystery of life flows through all. The trees, mountains and rivers sing with life.

Tradition teaches that it is helpful to begin each day with the prayer:

Modah ani lefanecha — I am grateful, present and in relationship with You, the Source of All Life. You have renewed my soul. Great is Your faith in me.

Taking our seats, we set an intention to sit held by chesed, abundant love, generosity and kindness. Letting the attention rest on the breath, we open to the flow of chesed.

The world is broken and blessings abound. Life is filled with treasures.

Let us remember that our Chanukah story declares, that amid the rubble of the desecrated Temple, a tiny drop of oil was found. The drop of oil was lit not knowing what would be -- and it burned brighter and longer than anyone thought possible.