Yesterday evening as I drove towards Temple, I heard the news about the horrific terrorist attack in Paris. All of the joy and happiness I felt was shattered as I discovered the depth of the carnage and destruction. Throughout Shabbat, Paris has been on my mind and these words of prayer have been in my heart. Paris is the City of Light which beckons all the world to search for truth and enlightenment. May the darkness be lifted and may peace and light shine once again.
A Prayer for the City of Light
By Rabbi Andy Gordon
O Holy One, Creator of Light,
The City of Paris has been darkened by destruction,
innocent people murdered or injured
solely because they were celebrating with friends
or gathering for dinner.
or gathering for dinner.
Creator of Light,
throughout the ages,
the poets, philosophers, and teachers of Paris
throughout the ages,
the poets, philosophers, and teachers of Paris
taught the world to think differently,
to respect diversity,
to believe in liberty, equality, and fraternity.
In this time of deep darkness,
may enlightenment and peace
conquer fear and hatred.
May the city now filled with darkness and dread,
once again shine ever brightly.
And may all of us, across the globe,
join hand with hand and heart with heart,
together bringing peace and compassion to our world. Amen.
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