Rabbi Pont's Torah Thoughts

I was honored to deliver the benediction at Marlboro’s September 11 ceremony this year. I read this beautiful passage by Alden Solovy entitled, “At the Hand of Terror: A 9-11 Memorial Prayer” (also known as “A Liturgy for 9-11”).

Creator of all,
Source and shelter,
Grant a perfect rest under your tabernacle of peace
To those who died in the 9/11 attacks on the United States.
Remember the works of their hands
And the message of their hearts.
Grant their families peace and comfort for Your name’s sake
And for the sake of those who perished.
Bring an end to violence and terror,
Speedily, in our days.
May their memories be sanctified with joy and love.
May their souls be bound up in the bond of life,
A living blessing in our midst.

May we always strive for peace.

Shalom,
Rabbi Pont