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September 11, 2007
L'Shanah Tovah
The Jewish New Year is almost here. It's a time for Jews to reflect on the past year, ask forgiveness from those whom they transgressed, and seek forgiveness from G'd. It's also the time when "G'd inscribes names in the Book of Life."
I wonder sometimes, where exactly was my name in last year's book? Was it under the "well, she's not so bad so we wont kill her, but might as well give her cancer" column? As I struggle to gain control over my metabolism (now regulated by a little pill), it's easy for me to use this as an excuse to move even further away from organized religion.
I don't think there's an anthropomorphic G'd in heaven who will decide in the next 10 days whether I live or die. I am grateful for the time to reflect on my life and my spiritual path, but as in past years, I will find it hard to fully concentrate in a temple full of zealots who believe Israel makes us safer and the war on terror is a good thing. I fundamentally do not believe in religious political states - does that make me incapable of being a good Jew?
I dunno. But at least I'll be able to spend some time with my grandma.
Posted by cj at September 11, 2007 11:04 PM