Category Elul Calendar

The Talmud teaches that lashon hara (evil speech or gossip) “kills three”: it harms the speaker, the listener, and the person spoken about – a stark warning about the destructive power of our words. #highholidays2025 #Elul #speech #noGossip

Our sages teach that we should judge others lekaf zechut – with the benefit of the doubt – viewing people favourably whenever possible. #highholidays2025 #Elul #compassion #understanding

Jewish tradition teaches that “great is repentance, for it brings healing to the world” – our personal transformation through teshuvah (repentance) can bring renewal and repair far beyond ourselves. #highholidays2025 #Elul #repentance #healing

Pirkei Avot teaches that you are not obligated to complete the work of perfecting the world, “but neither are you free to abandon it” – encouraging perseverance in pursuing goodness and justice. #highholidays2025 #Elul #perseverance #responsibility

Jewish tradition teaches that worship is only meaningful when it reflects our commitment to be just and kind in our dealings with others. #highholidays2025 #Elul #worship #ethics

Jewish tradition teaches that we are stewards, not owners, of creation – entrusted to preserve and protect the Earth for future generations. #highholidays2025 #Elul #environment #stewardship

Jewish tradition calls on us to participate in tikkun olam, the repair of the world, through acts of justice and compassion – taking responsibility to improve our society for everyone. #highholidays2025 #Elul #tikkunOlam #socialAction

Jewish tradition urges us to “seek peace and pursue it” – reminding us that peace is not passive, but something we must actively strive to achieve. #highholidays2025 #Elul #peace #peacemaking

The prophet Micah teaches us to “do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God”– a timeless call to practice justice and compassion with humility. #highholidays2025 #Elul #compassion #humility #bringthemhome #700

The Torah insists, “Justice, justice shall you pursue” (Deuteronomy 16:20)– a double emphasis highlighting our sacred obligation to seek justice and fairness for all. #highholidays2025 #Elul #justice #fairness