Good morning, Much has been written about the simple response Abraham gave to g-d when he was called upon. G-d says, “Abraham.” Abraham responds, “Hineini,” loosly translated as “I am here.” But the word does not mean just that (there are other phrases that impart the simple notion that one is physically present). The word “hineini” means more than simple physical presence. It is said to stand for physical, mental and emotional presence. Rabbi Ari Kaiman says that it means “I am here for you fully, with the trust and vulnerability to do whatever it is you ask of me.”
Musings Beyond the Bunker #104 (Friday July 30)
Musings Beyond the Bunker #104 (Friday July…
Musings Beyond the Bunker #104 (Friday July 30)
Good morning, Much has been written about the simple response Abraham gave to g-d when he was called upon. G-d says, “Abraham.” Abraham responds, “Hineini,” loosly translated as “I am here.” But the word does not mean just that (there are other phrases that impart the simple notion that one is physically present). The word “hineini” means more than simple physical presence. It is said to stand for physical, mental and emotional presence. Rabbi Ari Kaiman says that it means “I am here for you fully, with the trust and vulnerability to do whatever it is you ask of me.”