"Everything in nature is resurrection." ~Voltaire
So as Passover and Easter fall on the same weekend this year, I am thinking about similarities between the two celebrations and how we can apply some of the underlying concepts of these religious observances to our personal lives. Through this post, I only wish to touch upon the idea of the religious connotation in order to apply the concepts on a more psychological and philosophical level.
In basic terms Passover centers around the idea of redemption which can apply to a need to escape from our own personal limitations and external oppression. Easter centers on the idea of resurrection and transcending limitations. I see both of the underlying concepts of these religious holidays as pointing to the idea of rebirth. Additionally, both holidays come during the spring time, which is typically a period of rebirth and a reprieve from a hard winter. I am thinking that we can consider this idea of rebirth in our own lives.
Personally I tend to hibernate during the long New England winters and then when spring comes, I feel a renewed sense of hope and an excitement for what is to come. I think that we can apply the idea of our own redemption as taken from the concept of Passover and our own resurrection as taken from the concept of Easter as we move into this next quarter of our year and resultingly, our lives. I feel that everything that has happened in the past can be ammended, and just as the flowers are reborn after a long winter of being dormant, we can also revive our lives and our spirits. This idea about a personal renaissance during the spring time is empowering. Think about letting go of past limitations and resurrecting yourself...we have the ability to be whoever we want to be, yet it is easy to forget this idea and sometimes it is easier said than done. It is ironic how we need tangible markers like New Years Resolutions to revamp areas of our lives or to focus on a long-desired goal. If you fall under that category, I want to give you the excuse of the Passover/Easter/Spring period of revival and rebirth---make a change, resurrect, let go, seek redemption--however you see fit!
This is what IAM thinking...how about you?!
Note: The concept of religious segregation can be touchy, so at this time, I just want to also include the following quotation by the Dalai Lama, as I feel that when it comes down to it, the segregation shouldn't matter as much as the principles of humanity prevail. All of these ideas will be explored at a later time, but for now please keep this in mind. "Whether one believes in a religion or not, and whether one believes in rebirth or not, there isn't anyone who doesn't appreciate kindness and compassion." ~Dalai Lama
In basic terms Passover centers around the idea of redemption which can apply to a need to escape from our own personal limitations and external oppression. Easter centers on the idea of resurrection and transcending limitations. I see both of the underlying concepts of these religious holidays as pointing to the idea of rebirth. Additionally, both holidays come during the spring time, which is typically a period of rebirth and a reprieve from a hard winter. I am thinking that we can consider this idea of rebirth in our own lives.
Personally I tend to hibernate during the long New England winters and then when spring comes, I feel a renewed sense of hope and an excitement for what is to come. I think that we can apply the idea of our own redemption as taken from the concept of Passover and our own resurrection as taken from the concept of Easter as we move into this next quarter of our year and resultingly, our lives. I feel that everything that has happened in the past can be ammended, and just as the flowers are reborn after a long winter of being dormant, we can also revive our lives and our spirits. This idea about a personal renaissance during the spring time is empowering. Think about letting go of past limitations and resurrecting yourself...we have the ability to be whoever we want to be, yet it is easy to forget this idea and sometimes it is easier said than done. It is ironic how we need tangible markers like New Years Resolutions to revamp areas of our lives or to focus on a long-desired goal. If you fall under that category, I want to give you the excuse of the Passover/Easter/Spring period of revival and rebirth---make a change, resurrect, let go, seek redemption--however you see fit!
This is what IAM thinking...how about you?!
Note: The concept of religious segregation can be touchy, so at this time, I just want to also include the following quotation by the Dalai Lama, as I feel that when it comes down to it, the segregation shouldn't matter as much as the principles of humanity prevail. All of these ideas will be explored at a later time, but for now please keep this in mind. "Whether one believes in a religion or not, and whether one believes in rebirth or not, there isn't anyone who doesn't appreciate kindness and compassion." ~Dalai Lama
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