President Trump’s remarkable
proclamation on May 4th in honor of Jewish Heritage Month is the first time an
American president has publicly encouraged Jews to observe Shabbat.
“In special honor of 250
glorious years of American independence and on the weekend of Rededicate 250 —
a national jubilee of prayer, praise, and thanksgiving — Jewish Americans are
encouraged to observe a national Sabbath,” the President stated.
Even more remarkably, he
suggested that all Americans be inspired by the Jewish day of rest. “From
sundown on May 15 to nightfall on May 16, friends, families, and communities of
all backgrounds,” the proclamation continues, “may come together in gratitude
for our great Nation. This day will recognize the sacred Jewish tradition of
setting aside time for rest, reflection, and gratitude to the Almighty.”
The foregoing excerpt was extracted from an article by Rabbi Dr. Stu Halpern, MBA published on Aish. I enjoyed reading and hope all of you will, as well. I found it to be fitting as a post for this blog. Read the full article at the link below.
