Rachel Eichler Maron, at The Blogs

Oct 8, 2024, 7:39 PM

My Conversation with the Psalm of David (27)

Psalm 27 is recited from the beginning of the month of Elul through Hoshana Rabba. As in our rich tradition of Midrash, I try to make sense of the words of the Psalmist and relate to it within our...

Mar 14, 2024, 12:11 AM

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Who’s in the mood for Purim this year?

Illustrative. Dressed-up Israelis take part in a parade during the festivities of the Jewish Purim festival on March 5, 2015, in the central Israeli city of Netanya. (AFP PHOTO/Jack Guez/File)

War, rape, hostages, and the rowdiest day on the Jewish calendar? I just couldn't face all that 'happy vibe' - until I reread Megillat Esther

About Me

Rachel Eichler Maron lives in the Arnona neighborhood of Jerusalem. She made aliyah from New York after graduating Optometry School. Rachel and her Israeli husband of almost 29 years have raised four children. She has been writing poetry since the age of fourteen and is presently working on her memoirs. Rachel is a Doctor of Optometry who enjoys teaching at Hadassah Academic College and working in her private practice.