Ask Ketzirah: Response to an Orthodox Woman

I got an email from a woman who identified herself as Orthodox. When I sent a response, the email bounced back as invalid. As she use the contact form on my website, it means she most likely typed her address in wrong. I wouldn’t normally post this response publicly, but as there is nothing to identify her I don’t feel like I’m violating her privacy. Plus, this is the only way I can respond to her now.

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My Altar

I realized that I’ve never shared a photo of my altar, and since I recently found what I think is just a great addition — I thought I’d take a picture. The new addition is the Jewish Wheel of the Year plaque. I was just blown away when I saw it. It’s shockingly heavy, too. The item on the left is an antique...

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The Maiden

This is what I wrote in my journal when I was considering the archetype of the the Maiden during the first week of Kohenet training. I am young, so young — judged by those in years beyond. Not judged — measured. My youth is measured in years left to learn. I am young and unafraid, not yet battered by time. I embrace...

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Lag b’Omer

I generally just celebrate this holiday with my friends at Beltane. This year (2006), the holidays were weeks apart. This put a damper on my enthusiasm. Blessed is the match that burns out in lighting the flame. Blessed is the flame that flares in the heart’s hidden chambers. Blessed are the hearts that know when to leave off...

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