Just a quick observation as we begin Pesach - the 15th day of Nisan.
We don't usually think of 15 as a special number in Jewish tradition. Seven - for sure, but 15...?
But consider:
15 Steps of the Seder
15 Dayyenus
15 Words in the Yom Tov Candle Blessing.
All on the 15th day of the month.
Why is this important? Because 15 in Hebrew letters is Yud-Hay. Yud=10 and Hay=5. A subtle hint that when you are doing Seder right (when you are doing LIFE right), Gd is reflected in all things. Take a deep breath, count your blessings, thank Gd, and enjoy your Sedarim. Chag Kasher V'Samay-ach!
Musings and Meditations from the Senior Rabbi of Congregation Beth El, Cherry Hill and Voorhees, New Jersey. Dedicated to sharing the beauty of Jewish tradition, the warmth and openness of Congregation Beth El, and his hopes for the next generation...
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- Rabbi Krupnick has been the Rabbi of Beth El in South Jersey since 1994. He was ordained by the Jewish Theological Seminary in 1988.
1 comment:
Numbers again, Rabbi? One wonders if you you would not have made a terrific math teacher as well!
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