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Ancestors

Last updated on: January 15, 2025 at 5:24 pm by Rebecca Wallace Keene

Ancestors 2025-01-15T17:24:01-05:00 Rebecca Wallace Keene

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Ancestors

I have wanted to start a review section of Jewish literature and art for some time. While the author I am showcasing today is not Jewish, her poem moved me to think about Judaism and its deep ties to our ancestors. A.S. Sonder wrote:

“I see in myself

my ancestors,

my blood’s memories:

Barefoot,

fingers in the clay,

bathing in the pale moonlight,

of a cool autumn night.”

The line that moved me the most was “my ancestors, my blood’s memories.” As a Jewish people, we carry the events of the past in our blood. For example, we feel we stood at Sinai and received The Torah ourselves. Also, we were brought out of slavery in Egypt ourselves. We are the people of the Exodus. Therefore, these events did not only happen to our ancestors. They live in us, our blood’s memories. Our ancestors are our blood’s memories.

About The Author of “Ancestors“

While this poem, in particular, spoke to me on a spiritual and religious level, appropriate to share in this religious column, all of the writings I have read by A.S. Sonders have proven deeply moving and beautiful. A.S. Sonders is an author living in Paris, KY, writing poetry from the heart. Also, she has plans to publish a book of poetry in the future. She self-describes as “part fragile flower, part dandelion….writing about whatever strikes my fancy.” A.S. Sonders writes about life in a way that makes her readers feel seen, exposing our deepest thoughts and feelings. Though she is not a Jewish writer, I encourage any human of any faith to read her words, as they speak to the humanity in us all.

Therefore, I encourage you to stay updated on her writing adventures. Excitingly, you can follow A.S. Sonders on Facebook by clicking here. By following her page, you can be the first to know when her book will be published and the first to read many of her beautiful poems.

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About Rebecca Keene

The author, Rebecca Keene, has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Religion. She graduated from the University of Pikeville as Religion Honor Student in 2014. Currently, she is studying for a MA in Women, Gender, Spirituality, and Social Justice at the California Institute of Integral Studies. Also, Rebecca is the author of FAITH UNDER THE RAINBOW: RECLAIMING THE TRUTH ABOUT HOMOSEXUALITY AND THE BIBLE. In addition, she founded and independently runs the social media community, Reclaiming the Truth. Therefore, you should visit Rebecca's author page and purchase her books at: Amazon Author Page or: Publication Page Rebecca is currently in her 3rd year of Kabbalah study. She is ordained to perform LGBT weddings and is certified in Hypnotherapy. Rebecca lives in Kentucky with her two adult children. She practices Non-Denominational Judaism. She is passionate about social justice and fiercely advocates for the marginalized in society and religion. When not with her children or writing, Rebecca enjoys spending time in nature, with G-d, or in a good book. She also enjoys making and selling art which you can find at Art by Rebecca. Author, Rebecca Keene, is always happy to hear from readers. You may contact her through the Reclaiming the Truth page on Facebook, or you can email [email protected] Rebecca will try to answer all correspondence, but please be patient, as life is busy for us all. You can read more about the author here.

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