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JEWISH MEDITATION

Judaism has a long history of meditation and contemplative practice. Although many in the Jewish the community might be unaware of it, Jewish mysticism is rich in deep meditative techniques. The intention--the goal--in Jewish meditation is always to become closer to our Creator. This practice is helpful in developing the awareness of the Divine spark that is contained in all of creation, and in emulating the Divine attributes of compassion and loving-kindness.

The relaxation techniques found in meditation are powerful for the healing of body and soul as well as for concentration. Jewish meditation also opens us to Divine blessings and helps us to become a source of blessings in this world.

Temple Emanu-El offers meditation sessions and Rabbi Marc Philippe is available for teaching and coaching in the different meditative techniques. You may also use the basic meditation technique below along with the music for a deep relaxation experience.

BREATHING

​One misconception about meditation is that we must remove all thoughts from our minds. While this is correct in some respect, it is not entirely true. There are many ways to reach a meditative state. Any repetitive action, with the right frame of mind, is conducive to meditation. There are so many opportunities during the day!

However, a good way to start is to decide to devote a short period of time, even five minutes, for quality meditation. Here is a breathing meditation technique. The benefits of this practice are amazing: health/healing of the body and the mind as well as spiritual awareness.
Sit in a comfortable position, straighten - but don't stiffen - your upper body, the spine has a natural curvature. Your head and shoulders can comfortably rest on top of your vertebrae. 

Focus on your breath as it flows in and out of your system. Release all other thoughts.

Notice the sensation of your breath, as it moves across your skin just below your nostrils, and above your upper lip.

Feel the sensations as you inhale and exhale. Don't make any attempts to alter your breath. Just notice it the way it is.

As you breathe in and out, 
imagine the universe expanding and contracting with you. 

Breathe in Divine Light. Positive energy.

Breathe out all negativity from your body. Expel stress, pain, weight on the mind and shoulders.

And replace the void with Divine Light, Divine energy. 
Temple Emanu-El | 1701 Washington Ave. Miami Beach, FL 33139 | (305) 538-2503

Temple Emanu-El welcomes Jewish individuals, 
couples, and families of all ages, ethnicities, and sexual orientations.
  • About Us
    • History
    • Clergy, Staff, and Leadership
  • GET INVOLVED
    • Membership Application
    • Membership Opportunities
    • Benefits of Membership
  • LEARN
    • Pre High Holiday Prep Workshop
    • Muss Family Montessori
    • Hebrew School
    • Torah discussion class
  • GIVE
    • Donate
    • Yahrzeit Plaques
    • Tree of LIfe Plaque or Leaf Request
  • LIFE CYCLE EVENTS
  • ELV Catering and Venue
  • CONTACT US
  • Temple Emanu-El Mug - 50% Discount
  • Zukerman Leads Mozart—Frost Symphony Orchestra at Temple Emanu-El
  • The Road of Promise - Orchestra Miami