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Along a Common Path - Daily Minyan Original Reading - Pre-Passover - April 4, 2023

The Temple, Congregation B’nai Jehudah 

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Original Reading - Pre-Passover

April 4, 2023


Eternal One,

Creator of the Universe,

You have created day and night, 

Sun, moon, planets and stars

Endless galaxies in which we are 

But a small part of all life, everywhere.

When we are inspired by Your teachings, 

We have the power to open our eyes and

To recognize Your light within every human soul.

There should be no masters, no slaves, 

But equals, partners, walking along a common path

Towards growth, achievement, cooperation, and freedom 

Founded upon an underlying love that emanates from You. 

We lament the divisions based in arrogance

By which some would lay claim to inherent superiority,

Sadly emulating ancient Pharaohs and autocrats of the distant past.

May we become prophets in our own time, like Moses and Miriam, 

Leading people to liberation that leaves slavery behind

And offers a future filled with mutual respect, understanding, true joy and enduring hope. 

Bless us with visions of liberty 

As we remember crossing the sea, once again,

As one people

With One God as our guide and companion. 

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