Keep LIVING!

גַּם כִּי אֵלֵךְ בְּגֵיא צַלְמָוֶת לֹא אִירָא רָע כִּי אַתָּה עִמָּדִי

Psalm 23:4

"The LORD is my shepherd." These words are often remembered in times of death. By reciting the full Psalm 23 we hope to comfort the mourners with hope and faith. But there are times when words are not enough. Perhaps, it is better to be silent. After all there are no words that could take away the pain caused by death. However, the writer of this Hebrew song invites us to reflect in the presence of the compassionate Shepherd as we face suffering. Regardless of our questions on theodicy, our doubts and so many unanswered questions, have a little faith. Keep living! 

אַךְ טוֹב וָחֶסֶד ירְדְּפוּנִי כָּל יְמֵי חַיָּי
וְשַׁבְתִּי בְּבֵית יי לְאֹרֶךְ יָמִים

Psalm 23:6