May you merit many years

I learned earlier this week that "May you merit many years" is the traditional New Year's greeting of the Calcutta Jewish community. It says so much more to me this year than L'Shanah Tovah (which means "Happy New Year") or even "May you be inscribed and sealed in the book of life for a good year." Although, just to be clear, I definitely want to be inscribed in the book of life for a good year.

I also learned that in many Jewish homes, the traditional apples and honey are accompanied on Rosh Hashanah by a pomegranate, so "its many seeds can symbolize our hope that each of us will do many good deeds and enjoy many blessings in the coming year."

However you celebrate the holiday, if you do, I wish you and your families peace, good health and every happiness.

Comments

[rachel]

So glad you are doing better.

Many, many good wishes for a healthy and happy new year.

[Adam]

I'm just glad to have you back online and closer to good health!