In this episode of Meet Me At the Tzomet (the Intersection) Rabbi Arnie Samlan, of Jewish Connectivity talks about the chassidic custom of saying special words when we burn our “chametz” that indicates that chametz is haughty, and thus as we take on the “humble bread” we should reflect in order to reclaim a level of humility. tradition of linking a persons hebrew name to a sentence from the Torah/Bible.
As you look forward, what are the areas of haughtiness that you would like to burn?Please let us know yours on our Facebook page Facebook.com/JCastNetwork, in the comments on our website and on Twitter @JewishConnectiv, hashtag #Tzomet.
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Rabbi Arnold D. Samlan, MSW, is Founder and Owner of Jewish Connectivity. Arnie is an innovative and creative Jewish educational leader and rabbi. His programs and teachings have powerfully impacted Jewish learners and professionals across the country. A native of Chicago, he now lives in Long Island, NY. Arnie blogs as The Notorious R.A.V., and has a Twitter feed with over 700 followers, @jewishconnectiv.
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