The symbols of the holiday are always instructive and the reading of the Bible's depressing book Ecclesiastes is a great way to ponder what the Almighty wants us to take away.

Originally recorded in my sukkah in 5783.

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From inside my sukkah, I read chapter 2 of Ecclesiastes and share some thoughts with motorcycles and noisy minas joining the chorus. The YouTube video is here: https://youtu.be/71A08FA47rg

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From inside my sukkah in Sydney's north shore, a lesson from Ecclesiastes and the notion of re-minding on this Festival of Tabernacles. First of 8 episodes in Season 6, a special daily mini-series. The video version of this episode is on YouTube if you'd rather watch and listen together. Click this link: https://youtu.be/v7qyNCzibCU

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In this episode, Bob takes us on a journey of other people's journeys related to how they identify and asks "What is your identity?" Maybe the Bible can help us find our own if that's possible.

Historical marker of the week includes the guillotine death sentence in France, the invention of the sewing machine, the first black African Olympic gold medal, and more!

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My long-time friend Rob grew up in Temple, Texas, but has lived in Arkansas, California, and the last 3 decades in Nashville. He's a professor and an actor by profession, and has a lot of good stories to tell. His IMDB info is here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5097095/

Historical marker of the week include Henry Hudson, the Viking 2, Frank Capra, and Labor Day.

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In the heart of Alabama, Ethan Cooper's life appears idyllic: a devoted family, a thriving career, and a daughter he cherishes. Yet beneath this veneer of perfection, Ethan conceals a secret that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear.

As he grapples with the challenges of fatherhood, his own identity crisis, and the burden of societal expectations, Ethan finds himself caught between the life he's carefully constructed and the truth he's long suppressed. His journey of self- discovery unfolds over decades, profoundly impacting those around him in ways he never anticipated.

When a series of fateful decisions culminates in a devastating betrayal, Ethan must face the repercussions of his actions and the anguish he's inflicted on others. With his meticulously built world crumbling, can Ethan summon the courage to embrace his authentic self and seek redemption?

That's the write up of the book on Amazon. Link here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DF2TQXT5?fbclid=IwY2xjawE6pNhleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHWgoMPrnS0FkVKWYbRxYMvlIL6tILTkJsOw9e8JPVSY2okB7sfjsNgZIbA_aem_KOqrCGmHLhCqQ_QKjCllig

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Historical marker includes George Washington's defeat on Long Island and the birth of Sir Donald Bradman.

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Every year as school began, it seemed that each of my primary school teachers would have us write a paragraph or an essay about our summer's activities. As August finishes and school in most of the US has reconvened, this seemed a good time to reflect on my adventures the last few months.

Historical markers include astronomy, Bulgaria and Hungary, Warsaw Pact nations squelching an uprising and Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.

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Cornell University student Michelle Lissner finds a way out of her struggles as someone walks with her through all the storms of life. Her story is compelling. Her grandchildren are beautiful. Fill in her story in this 18-minute episode. Follow her on Facebook, email at michelleb@cjfm.org or write her at PO Box 165, North Haven, CT 06473-0165.

Historical marker includes Tisha B'av and the building of a wall, in Berlin.

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