There is a practice in the Jewish Faith that I have a great respect for. I had once seen this tradition portrayed in the movie "The Jazz Singer" with Neil Diamond. It has always stayed with me.
In my view, in the movie Neil Diamond was in conflict with what was expected of him versus what was expected. When he did what his heart called him to do that included being involved with a non-jewish woman. His father was diappointed, tore his sleeve crying and said his son was dead to him.
Think of the power of that statement.
The following is an excerpt an article courtesy of www.myjewishlearning.com
The Basics of Kriah, or Tearing a Piece of Clothing
The ancient practice of tearing clothes is a tangible expression of grief and anger in the face of death.
Kriah is a Hebrew word meaning "tearing." It refers to the act of tearing one's clothes or cutting a black ribbon worn on one's clothes. This rending is a striking expression of grief and anger at the loss of a loved one.
For the complete article please goto:
http://www.myjewishlearning.com/lifecycle/Death/Burial_Mourning/KriahBasics.htm
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Hearing versus Listening
As before I have put the definitions of the words I will be sharing with you at the end.
How many times have you been in a conversation with someone and in the middle of it they ask you, "are you listening to me"?
You may have found your mind wondering off as this person was talking, distracted by something else going around you. You are hearing the words but you are not listening to what message or concern is being conveyed.
We are all guilty of doing this but it does not justify the disservice you are giving the speaker or you as the listener. You never know what knowledge you may glean from paying attention. Also look at from the opposite perspective what if you were speaking to someone about a heart felt situation and they were only hearing you but not truly listening and would you want any advice from that conversation.
Now mind you, every conversation out there does not require 100 percent attention sometimes we just like to banter and joke, but if someone says I need to talk, put on blinders over your ears versus your eyes and give that person all of you.
It never hurts to listen and or be heard but it does hurt to be ignored or not feel worthy of the attention of someone you care about.
Until Next Time
Wishing you Peace, Love and Light
Crystal Spirit Guide
Main Entry: lis·ten
Pronunciation: \ˈli-sən\
Function: verb
Inflected Form(s): lis·tened; lis·ten·ing \ˈlis-niŋ, ˈli-sən-iŋ\
Etymology: Middle English listnen, from Old English hlysnan; akin to Sanskrit śroṣati he hears, Old English hlūd loud
Date: before 12th century
transitive verb
archaic : to give ear to : hear
intransitive verb
1: to pay attention to sound
2: to hear something with thoughtful attention : give consideration
3: to be alert to catch an expected sound
Main Entry: hearing
Function: noun
Date: 13th century
1 a: the process, function, or power of perceiving sound ; specifically : the special sense by which noises and tones are received as stimuli b: earshot
2 a: opportunity to be heard, to present one's side of a case, or to be generally known or appreciated b (1): a listening to arguments (2): a preliminary examination in criminal procedure c: a session (as of a legislative committee) in which testimony is taken from witnesses
3chiefly dialect : a piece of news
Courtesy of http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/
How many times have you been in a conversation with someone and in the middle of it they ask you, "are you listening to me"?
You may have found your mind wondering off as this person was talking, distracted by something else going around you. You are hearing the words but you are not listening to what message or concern is being conveyed.
We are all guilty of doing this but it does not justify the disservice you are giving the speaker or you as the listener. You never know what knowledge you may glean from paying attention. Also look at from the opposite perspective what if you were speaking to someone about a heart felt situation and they were only hearing you but not truly listening and would you want any advice from that conversation.
Now mind you, every conversation out there does not require 100 percent attention sometimes we just like to banter and joke, but if someone says I need to talk, put on blinders over your ears versus your eyes and give that person all of you.
It never hurts to listen and or be heard but it does hurt to be ignored or not feel worthy of the attention of someone you care about.
Until Next Time
Wishing you Peace, Love and Light
Crystal Spirit Guide
Main Entry: lis·ten
Pronunciation: \ˈli-sən\
Function: verb
Inflected Form(s): lis·tened; lis·ten·ing \ˈlis-niŋ, ˈli-sən-iŋ\
Etymology: Middle English listnen, from Old English hlysnan; akin to Sanskrit śroṣati he hears, Old English hlūd loud
Date: before 12th century
transitive verb
archaic : to give ear to : hear
intransitive verb
1: to pay attention to sound
2: to hear something with thoughtful attention : give consideration
3: to be alert to catch an expected sound
Main Entry: hearing
Function: noun
Date: 13th century
1 a: the process, function, or power of perceiving sound ; specifically : the special sense by which noises and tones are received as stimuli b: earshot
2 a: opportunity to be heard, to present one's side of a case, or to be generally known or appreciated b (1): a listening to arguments (2): a preliminary examination in criminal procedure c: a session (as of a legislative committee) in which testimony is taken from witnesses
3chiefly dialect : a piece of news
Courtesy of http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/
Friday, February 6, 2009
Smudging - Clearing and Blessing your space
Smudging
Before starting on your home smudge yourself and any family or pets with you. While lighting the smudge stick say a prayer to whatever Deity your belief is in; then smudge all from top bottom side to side.
Have all windows and doors closed with the exception of the front or back door or window if you have a multi-story home.
Keep it open by a crack so the negative energy can leave.
Start downstairs/basement and work your way up.
Go to each room all four corners including the bathrooms including mirrors and closets and say something to the effect “Everything that is not of love and light is now gone”. Say I claim this room in this house in the name of {your deity}. Say it once per room including hallways work your way upstairs leaving the area around the open window/door to be the last done. Your spirit may move you to say something else follow your spirit.
After completing the smudge Thank whatever deity you believe in for helping cleanse and bless your house.
This is just my recommendation and the way that I do it but you have to believe in the power of your intent and your Deity in your heart to have this work in whatever manner you perform this ritual.
Until Next Time
Love, Light and Peace
Crystal Spirit Guide
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Two meeting dates for Open Discussions
Have you ever wondered why you are here?
Do you make a difference?
Wished to your self, I wish someone would just listen to what I have to say without dismissing it to my age, sex or anything at all?
Well, there is someone who is willing to listen, not judge and not push any specific religion; and that person is me. The Crystal Spirit Guide better known to most as Halina.
The purpose of this gathering is for young adults from 13 to ???. Who are lost, confused or just need to bounce ideas off of someone about spirituality.
Just drop by ask questions or just listen. If you find that you would prefer to meet with me just one on one, that can also be arranged.
There is no charge for this meeting.
They will be February and March 25 from 3pm to 7pm at Saxby's in Walnut creek.Offering students a 15% discount on their products. The address is 1632 N Main Street.
I look forward to seeing any and all who may attend.
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