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Thoughts by @drbenjyepstein Animation by @annitas

Thoughts by @drbenjyepstein
Animation by @annitasobleworks

The source of all our joy comes from one thing: being. This state of simply existing is at the heart of teshuvah (repentance), which literally means “return.” In Hebrew, teshuvah implies a return to one’s essential self, to the core of one’s identity, where you stand before God as your truest self. It’s not just about correcting wrongdoings, but about reconnecting with who you really are in the deepest sense—your pure, authentic self that is always connected to the Divine.

After the introspection of Yom Kippur, Sukkot celebrates a profound shift in perspective: everything in life is constantly changing, yet instead of feeling loss, we experience joy and tranquility. This comes from realizing that while all else is impermanent, our bond with God remains unbreakable. Yisrael, kol makom shehaim yicholim lirot et Hashem yitbarach—sham beitam: wherever the Jewish people can see God’s presence, that is their true home.

Yom Kippur lifts the weight of sin, returning us to the root of our identity, shedding guilt and shame. In the sukkah, we are embraced by the wings of the Divine Presence. This temporary dwelling represents the realization that, even amidst impermanence, we are held by something eternal. In this sacred space, we rediscover our true selves, and from this clarity, the joy of Sukkot naturally flows.

Sukkot reminds us that life is full of uncertainty, but our joy comes from an unshakable truth: we are always held by God. There are no guarantees of safety, and we will inevitably fall, but within the sukkah’s fragile walls, we find faith even in the fall. “The place upon which you stand is holy soil” (Exodus 3:5) teaches us that holiness is found not in permanence, but in recognizing the Divine presence wherever we are, especially in our most vulnerable moments. This is the joy of Sukkot—finding peace not in the absence of turbulence, but in the certainty that we are always embraced by God’s unwavering presence.
#sukkot #succos #tishrei #jewishHoliday

For Yom Kippur Thoughts by @drbenjyepstein Image

For Yom Kippur
Thoughts by @drbenjyepstein
Image by @annitasobleworks

#yomkippur #kolNidrei The Baal HaTanya, in *Likutei Torah*, explains the deeper rationale for beginning Yom Kippur with the annulment of vows. He writes:
וי”ל שהפרת הנדרים ביוהכ”פ היינו שע”י תשובה נמשך בחי’ הפרת וביטול הקשרים וגילוי האהבה רבה בנפש...”.

(לקוטי תורה מטות פה, א)

“Teshuva—the return to self—means the removal of all vows and commitments to things other than God and our godly nature. And it is Only through their removal can we reveal the innermost essence of the great love of God that stirs in our souls.”

On the surface, the Kol Nidre prayer seems focused on the promises and oaths we may have failed to uphold. But on a deeper soul level, what is really happening is that we are annulling anything that stands in the way between Hashem and us, His children. When I let go of those false commitments, I can be true to Hashem, and I can be true to myself.

Kol Nidre is, at its core, about letting go—letting go of the vows, the promises, and the burdens we’ve placed upon ourselves. It’s the sound of release, of undoing.
It’s an invitation to free ourselves from the weight of what we’ve been holding on to, so we can stand before Hashem with a heart that’s open, light, and ready for renewal.

#sourdough this is so good I had to bury my face i

#sourdough this is so good I had to bury my face in it.

Today's @artmageddonbk festival has been cancelled

Today's @artmageddonbk festival has been cancelled due to rain.
There is a rain date of scheduled for next sunday October 6th, but I will not be able to attend. If you can, you should still go out and support the other local artists that will be there. You can support this organization and purchase tickets here: (link in bio & here) https://app.autobooks.co/pay/beautify-brooklyn

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