48 days of Omer 5780: Foundation of Divine Presence, Yesod of Shekhinah
Today is forty-eight days, which is six weeks and six days of the Omer in the year 5780. יסוד שבשכינה. Yesod ShebeShekhinah. Foundation of Divine Presence.
Wisdom yearns to accompany us
A pandemic may seem like a terrible time to expect Divine revelation. And yet, the breadth of spiritual texts across traditions speaks to the revelations found through hardship.
I am not saying God chose this path for humanity. Rather that since this is the path we are on, we should choose to sink into meaning.
Counting Barley, Creating a Foundation
In years past, I chose to eat more mindfully because of my Omer count. I clarified aspects of my understanding of the sephirot through these meditations. This year, I remind myself of my ability to communicate.
I no longer strive to constantly be better. Rather, I hope to be present and find joy and meaning in life, regardless of the outer world.
What is the foundation for your existential nourishment?
Previously on 48 days of the Omer
Removing Veils Obscuring Foundational Truth, 2019 / 5779