Inward with Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld Chanukah Prep 2: Laughing at the Darkness
Dec 4, 2023
Rabbi Joey dives into the profound themes of Chanukah, starting with the metaphor of guests displacing hosts, symbolizing chaos in our lives. He emphasizes the importance of laughter as a tool to navigate darkness, reminding us that acknowledging our struggles can lead to deeper revelations. By sharing Rabbi Nachman's insightful tales, he illustrates how joy dispels fear and transforms our experiences. The conversation encourages embracing playfulness and building 'vessels' to access hidden lights in every moment.
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Darkness Is Part Of Creation
- Darkness is an inherent, created part of reality and not merely the absence of light.
- Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld says acclimating to darkness lets us find tools to navigate and reveal hidden light.
Use Spiritual Tools In Dark Times
- Do acclimate to darkness by uncovering practices like Torah, prayer, song, and contemplation.
- Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld instructs using these tools to find outlines of redemption within concealment.
Laugh At The Darkness
- After acclimation, the next spiritual stance is to laugh at the darkness and not be overwhelmed by it.
- Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld explains that contextualizing concealment softens its power and opens the way for revelation.