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Contemporary Shabbat Practice

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“The meaning of the Sabbath is to celebrate time rather than space. Six days a week we live under the tyranny of things of space; on the Sabbath we try to become attuned to holiness in time. It is a day on which we are called upon to share in what is eternal in time, to turn from the results of creation to the mystery of creation; from the world of creation to the creation of the world.” –Abraham Joshua Heschel, The Sabbath, 1951
 

Latest Rituals

A blessing and rituals for turning off devices before Shabbat

Three people sitting cross-legged on the floor, meditating with closed eyes in a serene setting.

A prayer for blessing oneself on Erev Shabbat

Person holding hands up to a vibrant sunset over the ocean, with waves gently lapping the shore.

A Shabbat meditation on creation and rest

A person sits cross-legged on grass, smiling and enjoying the sunlight in a serene park setting.

“Any time you are afraid, anxious, uncertain, all you need to do is reach out your hand”

A hand with a ring and bracelet rests on a persons shoulder wearing a purple checkered shirt.

A song praising the Shekhinah

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A new musical composition for Elohai Neshamah

Woman in colorful dress stands on rocky shore, eyes closed, enjoying the breeze by the sea.

Meditation on the letters of the Shema

Close-up of ancient text written in Hebrew on aged parchment, with a wooden surface in the background.

Humanist candle lighting blessings

Challah, candles, wine bottle, goblet, and cloth on a wooden table with a dark background.

A meditation for women healers

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A meditation on the tears of angels

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