Chadaray: Jewish Talossan Group

[Breneir Tzaracomprada]

In reviewing the Religion section of Qet Paßa or What's Happening I noticed there is no Jewish group. Since 2012, starting at a synagogue called Har Shalom in Missoula, Montana I have undertaken Torah study. I am now beginning the process of conversion and would love to see a place here in Talossa that celebrates the holidays and creates a Jewish community.

I am starting this thread on the possibility that there are other Jewish Talossans who might want to start this community.

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In considering a name for the Jewish Talossan group I wanted to connect the story of Talossa's beginning to the hebrew language.
I am thinking of the word "Chadaray" which in Hebrew means "his room." Talossa started in a room so it symbolizes Talossa in a basic sense but uses Hebrew to communicate the group's Jewishness.

[Breneir Tzaracomprada]

In considering a name for the Jewish Talossan group I wanted to connect the story of Talossa's beginning to the hebrew language.
I am thinking of the word "Chadaray" which in Hebrew means "his room." Talossa started in a room so it symbolizes Talossa in a basic sense but uses Hebrew to communicate the group's Jewishness.

As Talossa continues to grow I am sure Chadaray will too but I am hoping this doesn't become a nearly empty room. In the absence of other members I will work on a logo.

[NRB]

shema yisrael adonai elohenu adonai echad

[Ián Tamorán S.H.]

Christian and Islamic citizens would do well to remember that Judaism is (or at least was) respected by their paths to Truth.  And we should also remember that Jesus Christ was a Jew, and worked passionately to recover the central core of that source of revelation. 

I am a Christian, but I would like, if I may, to join in any discussions and teaching within Chadaray.  And I give my word that I shall be respectful.

[Breneir Tzaracomprada]

Christian and Islamic citizens would do well to remember that Judaism is (or at least was) respected by their paths to Truth.  And we should also remember that Jesus Christ was a Jew, and worked passionately to recover the central core of that source of revelation. 

I am a Christian, but I would like, if I may, to join in any discussions and teaching within Chadaray.  And I give my word that I shall be respectful.

Of course, everyone is welcome. Thank you for your important words on the mutual respect between the Abrahamaic faiths.

[Breneir Tzaracomprada]

This was spoken by a fictional Black Jewish character but it affected me as soon as I heard it.
Besides being lovely it speaks to the state of the world inside and outside of Talossa.
I hope you will be moved by it too.

Lord God,
we humbly ask that you deliver us safely home.
Carry us now through this crucible of fire,
so we may show the world
that there is a better world.
A world beyond division,
and confusion,
and fear.
Let us discover a world beyond fear.
Amen.

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I am currently undergoing some preparation for a personal act which might be categorized as a mitzvah. I found this article to be inspiring and wanted to share. Here is a snippet of the article "Spreading light with daily mitzvahs" in Grok Nation:

"I had my own moment of light—or rather, a lightbulb moment. It was a reminder to me about how important mitzvahs are, that act of bringing light into other people's lives, even if it's a tiny spark of it at a time. Sometimes it can be easy to forget; the idea of performing good deeds can feel routine, or like it has to be a big gesture, or about money, or that doing something for someone else takes away from what we need to do for ourselves. After all, people frequently tell you to be kind to yourself. (That's important, too; although, I've always imagined that it entails taking a bubble bath, getting a manicure, or washing a chocolate bar down with a can of soda.) But being kind to others results in a sort of dual effect: creating light for someone else and warming yourself by that light at the same time."

Here is the link for the article: https://groknation.com/soul/daily-mitzvah-spreading-light/#

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Combining two of my favorite things for the new year...

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A little post-Days of Awe Frasier Jewish humor for your Saturday. Love and Peace.

https://youtu.be/Zxk4QATFLVs

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I want to thank @stymphalides for broaching this idea. What would be the interest in a Chanukah Zoom celebration of some sorts?

Sometime between 18 and 26 December?

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As of last week I have officially started my conversion journey. I am working with a Reconstructionist Rabbi who is the leader of a fellowship called Hamakom. There are two other young queer people who are also on this journey. I had assumed I would enter the Reform denomination but in meeting Rabbi Shira and talking I felt the sense of spiritual home that has been desired, with and without awareness, for some time.

This is a tremendously exciting time personally. Just thought to share.

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As a part of the conversion process I'm a part of a group called Hamakom. Last night, we had a seder for Tu B'Shvat which is frequently known as an environmental holiday as it is called the "New Year for the Trees." Our teacher included some kabbalistic elements which was very interesting. Afterwards we had a short class where our teacher informed us the Pesach seder will not be as abbreviated. She is preparing us for a three to four hour seder and told us to eat a last lunch.

[King Txec]

I don't know much about Judaism. What is a seder? I know its a jewish rite, so does it have anything to do with the Sabbath? (Slightly lapsed Catholic asking for his personal growth!)

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I don't know much about Judaism. What is a seder? I know its a jewish rite, so does it have anything to do with the Sabbath? (Slightly lapsed Catholic asking for his personal growth!)

According to how our teacher last night she described it as meaning things being done in a certain order. So the Tu B'Shvat seder was a series of actions and blessings. There were three or four types of fruits or nuts representing different themes and a blessing attached to the consumption of that fruit. And red and white wine or juice. My husband who is not religious even joined in which surprised me.