(After reading the special prayer before the plague recitation in the CCAR Haggadah of 1974/1975, I was inspired to create this casting of those declarations in the positive)
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The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah
Original reading
April 14, 2025
Creator of the Universe,
Watchful Guardian of all generations,
As You spread the waters to fashion
A path of escape from tyrants,
Grant us the courage to stand up
For the essence of the teachings of our heritage.
May we turn afflictions of the past and present
into aspirations for the future
So that all humanity will work to
Engender peace
Combat hatred
Preserve nature’s bounty
Pursue justice and fairness
Teach honesty in all pursuits
Care for people seeking support
Build cooperation and unity across the world
Encourage new vistas of respect and understanding
Sustain our desire for knowledge to promote healing, expertise, and exploration
And maintain liberty of expression and action that will enable everyone to grow and thrive.
May we, like the Israelites, always see the promised land before us
With our journey guided by love and a sense of hope
Emanating, always, from Your Oneness and Your Presence.
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