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Consumerism, Covenant, and Rosh Hashanah: A Reflection

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Jeffrey Levine
Sep 21, 2025
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✨ Consumerism vs. Covenant – A Reflection for Rosh Hashanah ✨

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is when tradition teaches we are judged for life and livelihood. It’s also a reminder that we have a choice in how we live and do business.

For me, that means not haggling with small shopkeepers. I’d rather support their dignity and livelihood than save a few…

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