 Rosh Chodesh Menachem Av
You are part of a growing community of women joining together monthly on Rosh Chodesh for inspiration and connection. This month is unique in its sharp contrast of emotional intensity and experience. We begin the month with the Nine Days, climaxing in Tisha B'Av with the mourning of the Batei Mikdash to be followed by the comfort and calming joy of Shabbos Nachamu. The name of this month captures this intimacy and intensity of experience. Av translates as father – the parent who is present to support his child through troubles and joy. We even refer to this month as Menachem Av, the comforting father. On a national level, we hope to feel Hashem's presence even as we experience our greatest national tragedies and sense His comforting presence as we hear the words of Yeshayahu, Nachamu, Nachamu Ami. We pray that we are able to not only feel Hashem's presence and comfort but to truly experience the unadulterated joy in celebration of a rebuilt Beit HaMikdash, may it come speedily in our day.
I look forward to meeting you virtually and being inspired together. Please join us this Thursday at 12:00 noon EDT to hear Mrs. Peshi Neuburger speak about Chodesh Av. נזכה לראות בבנין ציון וירושלים
Rebbetzin Dr. Adina Shmidman
Director, The Women's Initiative ou.org/women Share this message on: Facebook | Twitter |
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