FAMILY

     As our entire family gathered together, at the Seder, to commemorate "Geulat Mitzrayim" a simple yet profound word came to mind in describing my emotions. That word is "Togetherness.".

     Pesach, more than any other Yom Tov, bespeaks the quality of the family as they gather together from near and far in a mood of loving unity and true fellowship.

       At the first Seder we were instructed "איש שה לבית״".  Each family was instructed to observe the ritual of the Seder "Together", likewise down through the ages the call has been for "Togetherness" as a close knit family unit. 

    Judaism has always emphasized that with "Togetherness" comes hope and strength . There Is no doubt that this act of "Togetherness", makes our Seder truly special.  This feeling is not to be left behind after the Seder - it is to be brought into our daily lives - not only with our immediate family, but to all members of the Jewish People . 

     Today, more than ever, the call goes out to everyone to exhibit greater concern and empathy for each other, realizing the true fulfillment of the ultimate act of "Jewish Togetherness."

    In the words of a Hassidic Philosopher, "There is no room for G-D in him who is full of himself". This is our message that we take with us from our Pesach Seder; to make every effort to maintain a dedicated "Togetherness" that will truly help to usher the time of Moshiach and our true Geulah Shlemah .