Shmitah

by Tiferet Welch

I went to the edge of a forest,

On an island,

To remember.

In voice,

Strong, robust, solid,

In word,

And notes,

And deep kavannahLit. Intention Refers both to one’s intention when performing a mitzvah or when focusing for prayer. Kavanah also refers to specific readings to help focus one's attention prior to performing an act.

Gifted back to me,

Resonant

With hills,

And rocks,

Water,

And trees,

Came my inheritance

Of prayer.

That evening,

Before I was ready,

I returned

To the city.

We move through space,

And we occupy time,

Especially when we

Return to being still.

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