10-15-2019, 09:49 AM
I personally relate to the idea of מִצְוָה miṣvâ in the sense of תִּקּוּן עוֹלָם tiqqûn ʿôlām.
Long ago, I realized that my least favorite word in any language is "forbidden" when it is not accompanied by a good rational explanation.
I engage my Jewish identity in (1) pushing for a better world in which to live, (2) providing free education (in Hebrew language) to those who desire it, (3) maintaining this forum and encouraging education in Jewish topics.
I used to identify with my Judaism through outward expression – כִּפָּה kippâ, צִיצִית ṣîṣîṯ, כַּשְׁרוּת kašrûṯ, etc. I now identify through my support of the people of Israel (taxes, social activities, engagement), through educational programs, and through online efforts.
I'm no longer outwardly religious in any sense.
Long ago, I realized that my least favorite word in any language is "forbidden" when it is not accompanied by a good rational explanation.
I engage my Jewish identity in (1) pushing for a better world in which to live, (2) providing free education (in Hebrew language) to those who desire it, (3) maintaining this forum and encouraging education in Jewish topics.
I used to identify with my Judaism through outward expression – כִּפָּה kippâ, צִיצִית ṣîṣîṯ, כַּשְׁרוּת kašrûṯ, etc. I now identify through my support of the people of Israel (taxes, social activities, engagement), through educational programs, and through online efforts.
I'm no longer outwardly religious in any sense.