Short Poem, inspired from Parsha Tetzaveh: Forever Beyond
A short poem I wrote inspired by Parsha Tetzaveh, Exodus 27:20 Now part of the poems: from Better Than You Wished For
Intro:
I find that some of the most beautifully simple meditations involve contemplating the aspects/ emanations of Gd called sefirot, I mentioned the first sefirah, Keter previously. There are ten sefirot, the last four of which inspired me for this meditation. The names and (simplified) meanings of the four are: Netzach (perseverance), Hod (acknowledgement), Yesod (binding), and Malkhut (royalty).
I was also inspired by the idea that one of the unique characteristics of an olive is that its value increases when pressed with just the right amount of force. Olives are also associated with the land of Israel, which reminds me there is also something greater than our own existence; being part of something wider. May this meditation also inspire you to imagine larger expanses than in your own life.
Forever Beyond:
“That they bring to you pure olive oil beaten for the light, to cause a lamp to burn continually” (Exodus 27:20).
In sacred halls where prayers take flight,
The flame remains constant as we return.
What a gift, to connect with You anew,
We are a kindled flame that burns bright and true.
We realize we are One flame,
Together we experience this transformation game.
A union of discovery and passion,
We forever burn in harmonious fashion.
The wealth of purity that burns inside,
From its surface, also radiates far and wide.
Touching each and every mind,
Leaving a mark that’s so refined.
The olives are the light and sefirah of perseverance,
Known as Netzach making an appearance.
And bring also to bear Hod to set a mood
As we express a wealth of gratitude.
Product of our land of continuity,
Yesod, binding us in unity.
These sparks connect; they have great worth,
To Your earthy presence, they give birth.
In Malkhut’s sefirah, they find their place
And illuminate with divine grace.
In our hearts, the ner tamid, forever burns,
A yearning for You, as our soul returns.
The Torah tells of this holy flame,
Light that forever testifies to Your name.
Blazing bright and shining true,
Guiding us always, to remember we are One with You.
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Biblical quotations are based on the English translation of the Jewish Publication Society of 1917, now in the public domain.