Page 3 - The Jewish Voice - March '24

The Jewish Voice, Page 3

From the rabbi

Carry the Spirit of Tu It was a powerful reminder of the
This wasn’t just about the harvest.
B’Shvat All Year Round blessings we often take for granted
and the importance of sharing these
By Rabbi Feivel Strauss blessings with others. The smiles, the
What a beautiful Sunday laughter, and the genuine sense of
morning it was with our community among our young families
Temple Judea families! made every moment special.
Together, we embarked on a As we plucked each vegetable, we
heartfelt journey of gleaning, were reminded of the Torah’s teachings
living out a cherished — to love and care for our neighbors.
mitzvah from the Torah – This experience brought those words
the act of gleaning as an to life, creating a tangible connection
expression of loving our between our faith and our actions.
neighbors. It’s moments like these that truly
In the cool morning air, define us as a community, showing the
we gathered at a local farm, our hands ready to work and world the beauty of our traditions and
our hearts full of purpose. We spent the morning picking the depth of our compassion. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and
vegetables for those in our community who struggle to made this day a memorable one. Let’s continue to find
access fresh, nutritious food. ways to share our blessings and make a difference in our
community.
Rabbi Feivel Strauss is a spiritual leader at Temple
Judea in Palm Beach Gardens.

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April 20-21, 2024
April 20-21, 2024
As we celebrate the New Year for Trees, let’s reflect

on the importance of gleaning. Tu B’Shvat is not just
about trees and nature; it’s about our connection to the
environment and our responsibility toward it, namely, to
not let any precious food go to waste. Gleaning, the act
of gathering leftover crops from farmers’ fields, teaches
us the value of sharing and not wasting. In a world where
food scarcity is a reality for many, gleaning becomes
a significant act of tzedakah (charity) and tikun olam
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share its bounty with others. Gleaning echoes the spirit
of this day, reminding us to be mindful of our resources
and generous in our actions.
Let’s carry the spirit of Tu B’Shvat in our hearts all
year round.
Cory Saban, Temple Judea
Youth Education Program Parent