Man Listening
If Judaism had a central anthem, mantra, or creed*, it might very well be the prayer which begins with Shema Yisrael, Adonai Eloheinu, Adonai Ehad. While many people focus on theology of God's oneness here, I think that the very first word - Shema /Listen is even more important! Just imagine your life, or your day, with no one really making the effort to listen well, with love, and with caring. Listening is the glue of any healthy community and relationship. The lack of it, i