Today is Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year - it begins the Ten Days of Repentance culminating in Yom Kippur, the day of atonement. These holidays are dedicated to reflecting on one’s behavior during the past year and seeking to make amends for our behavior. In this, mistakes are forgivable if one has the courage to admit them. Most world religions feature principles related to atonement, reconciliation, and mitigating negative consequences: Judaism and Islam, emphasize repentance and seeking God's forgiveness, while Christianity centers forgiveness around the redemptive act of Jesus Christ. While it seems like most would ascribe to these principles, the divisiveness and animosity in the world suggest otherwise. On this holiday, let’s pray that all will be more open to the true principles of their religious beliefs. Let’s start by admitting our shortcomings and being more forgiving today.
Bruce Lee (1940-1973): Hong Kong-American martial artist, actor, filmmaker, and philosopher.
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