Faith - A Mindful Jewish Moment

In Faith: A Mindful Jewish Moment, this 90-second meditation combines the profound teaching of Rabbi Menachem Mendel of Kotsk with a practical exercise from Cantor Kerith Spencer-Shapiro. Rooted in Jewish spirituality, Neo-Hasidic thought, and mindfulness, this meditation invites you to explore faith as an act of trust and resilience. Accessible and grounding, it offers a meaningful way to reconnect with your inner strength and the sacred, even during a busy workday or moments of uncertainty.

Transcript

Rabbi Menachem Mendel of Kotzk taught truth and faith walk arm in arm, And one cannot acquire the truth easily with superficial glances. It takes effort and exertion with insight and understanding. Rest your eyes, Relaxing body and breath. Invite insight and understanding to sit beside you. Take stock of what is true for you in this moment. What is true in the body? What is true in the emotions? What is true in your experience? Noticing what is true in this moment for you. Imagine that truth walking arm in arm with faith.