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Understanding Thanksgiving from a Jewish perspective.
Thanksgiving may not be an official holiday on the Jewish calendar, but its ideas are as Jewish as ever.
First, the very name "Jew" comes from the name “Judah,” which is related to the Hebrew word for giving thanks - "todah.”
So our very name as Jews means to give thanks.
Second, the word “Thanksgiving” has two pretty big Jewish principles packed right into it like a turkey sandwich -
“Thanks” is the response to receiving, a sign of gratitude. Duh!
And “giving” is the opposite of taking. It’s the idea of philanthropy, to be generous and open-handed.
The Jewish people thank and give, because in the words of Winston Churchill, “We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give.” And what’s more Jewish than that?
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In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to find yourself chasing after the next big thing, thinking it will FINALLY bring you happiness -
“If I can just find the right partner… or just find the right job… or just buy that fancy new car.” You get it.
But this attitude makes happiness IMPOSSIBLE.
Good thing Judaism offers a different perspective by teaching that wealth isn't measured by material things or pursuing more.
Instead, it's about being content with what you have, and ya know, not taking things for granted.
The Talmud asks it this way: "Who is considered rich?"
The answer? "One who is happy with their lot."
This means that if you’re happy with what you have, you’ll feel like a rich man. If you can’t appreciate what you already have, you’ll never feel satisfied no matter how much you get.
In Jewish tradition, this mindset is embedded into daily life.
For example, when you wake up, you express gratitude for the gift of life itself. I mean, seriously, YOU’RE ALIVE!
And then throughout the day, you’re encouraged to say blessings to remind you to appreciate the large and small things.
So, while you should be doing this all year-round, what better time of year to give it some extra love than on Thanksgiving?
Give thanks for the love and opportunities you have, rather than the ones you don’t. And don’t forget the “giving” part, too.
By embracing both, you create a cycle of gratitude and generosity, making the world a brighter place for all, and what’s more Jewish than that?
Why are Jewish people hated so much what did they do that some country's they live in they are hated so bad.
Marine! - I can tell you there are many facets to the answer. Learning the OP-Order - G-D's Written Torah - gives a hint. Another facet - is the spiritual mentality of those who don't know -or disregard the OP-Order - and/or - have a completely different plan/agenda - they're working from. Often - we are welcomed at the onset - but that often becomes eroded - when those who invited us - think they're being diminished - by our success.