Any one of these, and/or any other mitzvah you can think of might necessitate us leaving our “comfort level” and expressing ourselves in a manner which speaks of our essence rather than our superficial manifestation. When we do, Hashem responds in kind, with a Gmar Chasima Tova, which, so to speak, makes Hashem leave His comfort level and pour down upon us brachos of health, parnasah, peace of mind and true peace for the world.
May we all be zoche to see the final accomplishment of all our collective “Hakhels” as we gather together every Jew, from every far-flung corner of the earth, and celebrate this Yom Kippur at the Bais HaMikdash with the revelation of Melech HaMoshiach.
Gmar Chasima Tova!
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Maine, the northeastern most state in the U.S., is known for its rocky coastline, long maritime history and abundant parks and reserves, including the famed granite and spruce islands of Acadia National Park. Moose are plentiful in Baxter State Park, which encompasses towering Mt. Katahdin, endpoint of the Appalachian Trail. Deep, wide Lake Sebago and other Lakes Region waters are popular for fishing and boating.
State Capitol: Augusta
State Nickname: Pine tree State
State Flower: Dirigo
State Tree: Pinus Strobus
State Bird: Black capped Chickadee
First Shul: Congregation Beth Israel of Bangor, formally organized in 1888.