Today pay particular attention to the shamash, the candle which is in the middle and is used to light all the other candles. (I've made it dance a little bit when the candles are lit to make it stand out.) In Hebrew, the word "shamash" means "attendant" or "sexton." On the menorah, the shamash is used to light all the other candles. Today take time to reflect on ways you can be a "shamash" to the world around you.
On the second day of Hannukah, the following blessings are recited:
Blessed are You, Lord our G-d, King of the Universe,
Who sanctified us by His commandments,
and has commanded us to kindle the lights of Hanakkah.
Blessed are You, Lord our G-d, King of the Universe,
Who wrought miracles for our fathers in days of old, at this season.
♥.
Beautiful. Well done again.
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This is so beautiful and so much work! But I love it, it's really lovely. Thanks so much for stopping by...
ReplyDeleteMagic, this is divine in every sense of the word. A work of art which speaks from your heart. Beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for your wise words,
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