Today and tomorrow, Yom Kippur, is the yahrtzeit of 33,771 Jews gathered to their people when murdered at Babi Yar ravine in Kiev, Ukraine. They are missed not just by their family (if any family were left), but by all God-loving people who knew them. Merciful God, may the Torah portion that I will study tonight serve as a merit and a blessing for my Jewish cousins. May their souls be bound in the bond of eternal life and may their resting place be one of peace. We implore you, by the great power of Your right hand, release the captive. Accept the prayer of Your people; strengthen us, purify us, Awesome One. Mighty One, we beseech You, guard as the apple of the eye those who seek Your Oneness. Bless them, cleanse them; bestow upon them forever Your merciful righteousness. Powerful, Holy One, in Your abounding goodness, guide Your congregation. Only and Exalted One, turn to Your people who are mindful of Your holiness. Accept our supplication and hear our cry, You Who knows secret thoughts. Blessed be the name of the glory of His kingdom forever and ever.
Posted on: Fri, 03 Oct 2014 16:50:23 +0000
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